Hi there,
This is a great quote: “Real learning occurs when learners learn by doing and making things.”
The first time I heard the word “podcast” I was transported (teleported?) back in time to my Trekkie days. I was a huge Star Trek fan. The thought of listening to a podcast sounded similar to being beamed up to the Starship Enterprise by Scottie! Captain Kirk and Dr. Spock and the Vulcans could not be far behind.
But I digress.
Podcast comes from iPod and broadcasting, which has managed to cause confusion because an iPod is not needed to listen to podcasts. Regardless the name has stuck. Fans of podcasting say podcasts are a great way to keep up with what is happening on campus. Memorial University uses podcasts to broadcast weekly news updates, public lectures and other audio features. Students, faculty and staff can subscribe to the service or can click the link below to listen to the weekly podcast:
http://www.mun.ca/marcomm/podcasts/
What it is: A podcast is a personal broadcasting tool and means of distributing audio and video programs via the Internet that lets you subscribe to a number of files, also known as "feeds." You can then hear or view the material when you choose. You may listen to them through your web browser, or subscribe to a podcast "feed" via iTunes or other software.
In the classroom: I would utilize podcasting to help students whose learning style is primarily auditory. The technology would help update students on current activities and projects. I would record lectures for students to review, providing more clarity for difficult concepts, and supplement lecture information such as guest lectures and interviews.
Advantages:
• Instructors can design courses with activities that encourage collaboration, communication, and project-based learning.
• Podcast can be easily distributed via the Web and downloaded to computers and personal audio players.
• Podcasts are often syndicated (via RSS) so that users can subscribe (usually for
free) to a particular service and download new content automatically. The software required is available for free or at little cost, making this form of broadcasting accessible.
Limitations:
• There is an initial expense of audio recording equipment. As far as ongoing costs go, if you host your podcasts and they are popular you may find that bandwith can become expensive.
• Podcasting and copyrights are a tricky issue. There are a series of articles you might find useful at: http://www.podcasting-tools.com/
Reference: Hirtz., S. (2010). Education for a Digital World. Advice, Guidelines, and Effective Practice from Around the Globe. Retrieved from:
http://www.colfinder.org/materials/Education_for_a_Digital_World/Education_for_a_Digital_World_part1.pdf
This is a great quote: “Real learning occurs when learners learn by doing and making things.”
The first time I heard the word “podcast” I was transported (teleported?) back in time to my Trekkie days. I was a huge Star Trek fan. The thought of listening to a podcast sounded similar to being beamed up to the Starship Enterprise by Scottie! Captain Kirk and Dr. Spock and the Vulcans could not be far behind.
But I digress.
Podcast comes from iPod and broadcasting, which has managed to cause confusion because an iPod is not needed to listen to podcasts. Regardless the name has stuck. Fans of podcasting say podcasts are a great way to keep up with what is happening on campus. Memorial University uses podcasts to broadcast weekly news updates, public lectures and other audio features. Students, faculty and staff can subscribe to the service or can click the link below to listen to the weekly podcast:
http://www.mun.ca/marcomm/podcasts/
What it is: A podcast is a personal broadcasting tool and means of distributing audio and video programs via the Internet that lets you subscribe to a number of files, also known as "feeds." You can then hear or view the material when you choose. You may listen to them through your web browser, or subscribe to a podcast "feed" via iTunes or other software.
In the classroom: I would utilize podcasting to help students whose learning style is primarily auditory. The technology would help update students on current activities and projects. I would record lectures for students to review, providing more clarity for difficult concepts, and supplement lecture information such as guest lectures and interviews.
Advantages:
• Instructors can design courses with activities that encourage collaboration, communication, and project-based learning.
• Podcast can be easily distributed via the Web and downloaded to computers and personal audio players.
• Podcasts are often syndicated (via RSS) so that users can subscribe (usually for
free) to a particular service and download new content automatically. The software required is available for free or at little cost, making this form of broadcasting accessible.
Limitations:
• There is an initial expense of audio recording equipment. As far as ongoing costs go, if you host your podcasts and they are popular you may find that bandwith can become expensive.
• Podcasting and copyrights are a tricky issue. There are a series of articles you might find useful at: http://www.podcasting-tools.com/
Reference: Hirtz., S. (2010). Education for a Digital World. Advice, Guidelines, and Effective Practice from Around the Globe. Retrieved from:
http://www.colfinder.org/materials/Education_for_a_Digital_World/Education_for_a_Digital_World_part1.pdf
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