I know this is probably a long shot, but here goes!
I work with training a lot of new users - having the 2 separate sites for Story Maps projects is incredibly confusing. It presents 2 separate workflows for users. I'll essentially have to show the students 2 different ways to use the software because there is no way to reliably assume that people will click on one back button over the other.
If you click on the smaller arrow on Story Maps - it re-directs to https://storymaps.arcgis.com/
If you click on the back button on the browser - it takes you back to ArcGIS Online
It would be nice if everything was just consolidated into ArcGIS Online so users wouldn't be redirected to another site. I'm not sure if there is a functionality reason why there are 2, or if it has to do with licensing, but it can be quite a challenge for new users and for those that have to teach with the software.
Thank you!