1. Podcasting in the classroom, at home, at the gym, at the mall…. Justin Yantho HCDSB

2. What is a Podcast?Am I Ready to Podcast?How do I Start?...and Finish?What Can be Podcasted?

3. “Podcasts are like ‘mini’ presentations—minus the embarrassment of public speaking (I, for one, can fully support that). Podcasting allows students to put more emphasis on what they have to say and by adding creative components like music, special effects, or even just their own opinions and interpretation (throughout the assignment) makes things much more interesting. “ ~ Julia

4. Simply an MP3 with a twist. That “twist” is an RSS file that allows listeners to subscribe to a podcast. New episodes are downloaded to your computer automatically. An Audio File MP3 RSS Feed

5. An internet radio broadcast On Demand Listening Listen Anywhere Content Synergy “Podcasts are essentially voice recordings, similar to radio station broadcasts that can be created with minimal equipment, and can be listened to on computers and portable music devices. “ ~ Matt

6. The Truthiness of Podcasts MYTH “Students will have much greater knowledge in their subjects if they have the opportunity to listen to it at any time.” ~ Sean

7. Show Me The Podcasts! For Fun For School

9. YES.

10. Does require some resources Computer Microphone Software Audacity (PC)Garage Band (MAC)

11. Audacity

12. Plan The message The style The script A good podcast grows out of proper planning. Plan The message The style The script A good podcast grows out of proper planning. Record Voice Headset Mic or Desktop Mic Interviews or custom sound effects Recording levels will need to be adjusted Record Voice Headset Mic or Desktop Mic Interviews or custom sound effects Recording levels will need to be adjusted Produce Adjust volume Add music and sound Clip sound bytes together Students need clear goals for this stage Produce Adjust volume Add music and sound Clip sound bytes together Students need clear goals for this stage Publicize Share podcasts on a website Can be shared on a blog Use RSS Be aware of making content public Publicize Share podcasts on a website Can be shared on a blog Use RSS Be aware of making content public

13. “This new resource may seem difficult to create, but it’s actually really easy. In fact, there are actual podcasts dedicated to creating podcasts; so this technology should be accessible to everyone. “ ~ Rob

14. Podcasting is a great way to for students to produce their own content. Student Produced… Expository (Research) Opinion piece Creative Fiction Summarize/Review

15. Get Comfortable

16. Tools to Use

18. Be Creative Podcasting is a tool to be used by you in a way that makes sense to you. The great part with podcasting is the flexibility it affords. Assignments Test Review Section/Chapter Notes

19. Ideas for Assignments? Science Math English History

20. Teacher Podcasts Created by You Pre-lessonLesson/homework For you PD

21. Start the Process Engaged Learning Student Creativity Teacher Guidance