Podcasting at School
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Web 2.0, the read/write web creates new opportunities for students to share their learning with a larger, real world community via the Internet. One Web 2.0 tool that is gaining in popularity among educators is podcasting, the process of creating audio files using computer software and distributing them electronically, giving students authentic audiences and the motivation to do outstanding work. Contrary to popular understanding, podcasting software does not require an iPod. In fact, projects made with podcasting software also can be converted to CDs, sent via email, stored and heard on classroom computers, posted to a Web site or blog, or channeled into iTunes to await subscribers. This book takes an in-depth look at several podcasting tools, many of which are free, that can be used by educators to create podcasts. After building a solid technical foundation, the book introduces readers to a wide variety of lesson plans that motivate students and stretch their higher-order thinking. Discussion of student privacy issues is interwoven throughout. Grades K-12. Web 2.0, the read/write Web creates new tools such as podcasting for students to share their learning with a larger, real world community via the Internet. Grades K-12. VOYA A wealth of information for both the podcasting "newbie" and the technology savvy educator. Basic information lists equipment needs, such as microphones and headsets, with black-and-white photographs of recommended styles. Podcasting software, including usability and price information as well as suggested audio recorders, from MP3 players to cell phones, are discussed. Voice preparation techniques, the recording process, publishing and distributing the podcasts, and how to launch podcasting in a school are also described in detail. When providing ideas for teaching and learning with podcasts, the author highlights activities to integrate podcasting into the curriculum, supplemented by templates and evaluation rubrics. Activities range from booktalks, foreign language dialogues, library media orientations, to oral histories. Following a chapter devoted to creating podcast advertisements, Fontichiaro addresses creating podcast audio tours. The author also deals with the issues that can arise in a school setting while discussing mnemonic rap podcasting. How to create and present radio broadcasts and radio plays are also discussed. This easy-to-use professional tool has a wealth of curriculum related podcasting activities for grades K-12 and the glossary will help with unfamiliar terminology. The bibliography includes ten references to professional materials but not to the children's and young adult titles referred to in the sample lessons. Some titles can be found in the additional reading section; however, both author and title are included in the index of this valuable resource for any school library professional collection. Reviewer: Ruth E. Cox
Foreword by Diane R. ChenAcknowledgmentsIntroductionPart I: Podcasting BasicsPart II: Ideas for Teaching and Learning with Podcasting
