Podcasting in a NutshellBy Jenny Abnett

Podcasting in a NutshellBy Jenny Abnett

The Definition of PodcastingThe Definition of Podcasting

Podcasts are audio based presentations.

These recordings are distributed over the internet.

To be played back on portable media players and computers.

Or any other device capable of playing back mp3 files

(mobile phones).

Podcasts are audio based presentations.

These recordings are distributed over the internet.

To be played back on portable media players and computers.

Or any other device capable of playing back mp3 files

(mobile phones).

What’s good about it?What’s good about it?

“Today’s digital kids think of information and communications technology (ICT) as something akin to oxygen: they expect it, it’s what they breathe, and it’s how they live.” John Seeley Brown

“Today’s digital kids think of information and communications technology (ICT) as something akin to oxygen: they expect it, it’s what they breathe, and it’s how they live.” John Seeley Brown

The AdvantagesThe Advantages Don’t need the latest computers or

sophisticated IT knowledge. Don’t require fast band connection. Don’t have to be online to play files. Files are of a reasonable size. Can share them with friends legally. No restrictions about classroom play. Much easier to make and edit than a

video! Can take them with you. They’re free!

Don’t need the latest computers or sophisticated IT knowledge.

Don’t require fast band connection. Don’t have to be online to play files. Files are of a reasonable size. Can share them with friends legally. No restrictions about classroom play. Much easier to make and edit than a

video! Can take them with you. They’re free!

What you needWhat you need Digital Recorder Windows Movie Maker iTunes or another programme

that will collect podcasts and play them. i.e. garageband.

Speakers, headphones. (Optional) ipod or similar

digital audio player. A web server. A blog to share and inform

(optional).

Digital Recorder Windows Movie Maker iTunes or another programme

that will collect podcasts and play them. i.e. garageband.

Speakers, headphones. (Optional) ipod or similar

digital audio player. A web server. A blog to share and inform

(optional).

Instructions for kidsInstructions for kids You will need a computer or ipod. Have your script ready to read. Open a new Garageband project on the computer,

choose male or female voice and press record. Don't worry if you make mistakes. You can go back and

edit it later. Once you are done, open the podcasting software

program & add features such as pictures or background music.

Save it and make sure you put in your name, age and a description of your podcast.

Put your podcast on the server or publish them to Room 9's webpage.

Go to share. Send podcast to iweb. Bon Chance! I hope you get some good feedback.

You will need a computer or ipod. Have your script ready to read. Open a new Garageband project on the computer,

choose male or female voice and press record. Don't worry if you make mistakes. You can go back and

edit it later. Once you are done, open the podcasting software

program & add features such as pictures or background music.

Save it and make sure you put in your name, age and a description of your podcast.

Put your podcast on the server or publish them to Room 9's webpage.

Go to share. Send podcast to iweb. Bon Chance! I hope you get some good feedback.

OrganizationOrganization

Allow time to show how to podcast. Give the students a clear purpose. Small groups is best, or pairs. Arrange for a quiet pullout room (at least for recording. Allow time to practise scripts and podcasting. Allow time for muffed lines,multiple takes. Not a one session activity!

Allow time to show how to podcast. Give the students a clear purpose. Small groups is best, or pairs. Arrange for a quiet pullout room (at least for recording. Allow time to practise scripts and podcasting. Allow time for muffed lines,multiple takes. Not a one session activity!

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Options to InternetOptions to Internet

Play in class. Morning

announcements. Play at school

showcases. Have an audio centre

for self study. Distribute to parents

on CD.

Play in class. Morning

announcements. Play at school

showcases. Have an audio centre

for self study. Distribute to parents

on CD.

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Reasons for my Research How does podcasting enhance student’s

learning of a new language (French)?

Reasons for my Research How does podcasting enhance student’s

learning of a new language (French)? Hands on-Students learn by doing. Sense of control, immediate publishing & feedback. Promotes interaction. Enhances classroom community. Inspires self-reflection. A scaffold for learning and mentoring. Can be part of a digital portfolio (on a Blog). If published it may motivate students to improve. Incorporates conversation & cooperation. There is a clear purpose. It’s fun!

Hands on-Students learn by doing. Sense of control, immediate publishing & feedback. Promotes interaction. Enhances classroom community. Inspires self-reflection. A scaffold for learning and mentoring. Can be part of a digital portfolio (on a Blog). If published it may motivate students to improve. Incorporates conversation & cooperation. There is a clear purpose. It’s fun!

Will podcasting enhance students’ learning of a new

Language?

Will podcasting enhance students’ learning of a new

Language?I’ll let you know in Term 4?!!!!!

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