1. Module 1
Podcasting
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2. Objectives for this unit
In this unit you will learn how to:
Research a topic
Plan and write an appropriate script for a podcast
Record and edit a podcast that is suitable for a particular audience
Review other people’s podcasts and provide feedback
Make changes to your own podcast based on feedback
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3. The Assignment
You will be using ICT to research a topical issue using information form various sources.
You will include opinions from your classmates about the topic.
You will plan your podcast and write a script for it.
You will record and edit your podcast.
You will review other people’s podcasts and have yours reviewed.
You will make any changes necessary or create a new podcast in response to the feedback.
You have to complete three separate tasks.
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4. Task 1 Research your chosen topic.
Collect information from various sources.
Interview your classmates to find out their opinions.
Write a script for a two-minute podcast.
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5. Task 2 Record your podcast. Edit the podcast.
Add features such as background music, sound or video effects.
Add titles and credits.
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6. Task 3 Review several of your classmates’ podcasts.
Let other students review your podcast.
Make changes to the podcast to take account of the feedback, or …
Create a new podcast to respond to the feedback you have received.
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7. Timings Each section of the assignment takes around two hours.
You need to save everything that you make and put it into a separate folder.
Your folder will be assessed at the end of the assignment.
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