Podcasting in the Classroom

Tim Bray, Korea International SchoolKORCOS, 2011

What is a Podcast?

POD = Playable on Demand

A series of shows, not a one time event.

Can be only audio; can be still photos with audio; can be video -- all options are available!

Recommendations:Planning -- needs a story board, just like any project.

Students should work with something they are passionate about.

Develops skills of speaking & listening directly; writing & reading indirectly.

Develops confidence and understanding of audience.

What hardware?If you have a Macbook or iphone it is easy, because it is built in.

For a PC you need a microphone (headset will work nicely).

Camera for still photos (optional)

Video camera for video (optional)

What software?Again, for Mac it is easy: use GarageBand.

PC: download Audacity for free @ http://audacity.sourceforge.net/download/

Web 2.0 solution: http://podomatic.com

Also good for hosting!

Ideas for Podcasts:Elementary -- classroom show, lab reports, reflection on assignments, monthly newsletter, audio books

Secondary -- classroom show, lab reports, reflection on assignments, monthly newsletter, audio books, documentaries exploring social issues.

Administrators -- examples from classroom instruction, monthly school reports

Questions & Comments

Contact Info:Email: tbray@kis.or.kr

Twitter: @tsbray

Skype: tim.bray3

Blog: http://tsbray.posterous.com

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