Comics
These animated strips tell all. History students can use a variety of media to demonstrate understanding. Comic books, for example, are a modern day form of storytelling that can be integrated into the history classroom. Students use 21st century skills by demonstrating that they can use digital tools to process and publish information that is professional and visually appealing. Take a look at these examples produced by Michael Sabin.
The Product
The Process
The project description and rubric for the Civilizations of the Americas Comic Book Project is available here.