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Volume 02, Issue 05

Published on: May 2026

DOCUMENTING DIALECTS OF DIGITAL NATIVES THROUGH VISUAL STORY TELLING

Hema R Swetha S

Kumaraguru College of Technology / Coimbatore, India

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Abstract

The paper explores the dialects of Generation Z by employing creative visual storytelling and narrative-based representation. Using illustrations, comic-style narration, and relatable scenarios, the study examines how young individuals interpret and respond to life in a digitally interconnected society. The paper highlights major themes associated with Generation Z, including social media influence, friendship dynamics, academic expectations, identity formation, emotional wellbeing, and the search for purpose in contemporary culture. Through humor, realism, and expressive storytelling techniques, the narrative seeks to capture the authentic voice and experiences of this generation. The paper argues that creative media such as comics and illustrated narratives can function as effective tools for understanding youth culture, communication patterns, and emotional expression. Ultimately, the study demonstrates how Generation Z negotiates personal and social challenges while constructing identity in an era shaped by rapid technological and cultural change.

Keywords— Generation Z, Comic storytelling, Youth culture, Digital generation, Social media influence, Identity exploration.

How to Cite this Paper

R, H. & S, S. (2026). Documenting Dialects of Digital Natives Through Visual Story Telling. International Journal of Creative and Open Research in Engineering and Management, <i>02</i>(05). https://doi.org/10.55041/ijcope.v2i5.697

R, Hema, and Swetha S. "Documenting Dialects of Digital Natives Through Visual Story Telling." International Journal of Creative and Open Research in Engineering and Management, vol. 02, no. 05, 2026, pp. . doi:https://doi.org/10.55041/ijcope.v2i5.697.

R, Hema, and Swetha S. "Documenting Dialects of Digital Natives Through Visual Story Telling." International Journal of Creative and Open Research in Engineering and Management 02, no. 05 (2026). https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.55041/ijcope.v2i5.697.

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