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Podcasts and Audio Files Page

Podcasts are sound clips that condense information to be used in a variety of ways in educational setting. Audio files are a file format for storing digital audio data on a computer system. I will use podcasts to record oral readings of poetry, drama, and fiction to enrich the students' experience with language. I might also use them to record directions for assignments to help with clarity.

Article:

[|Classroom Audio Podcasting]

This article argues effectively for the use of podcasting in the classroom, detailing its many benefits. Some of the reasons why teachers might consider using podcasting: it's cheap, it invites a global audience, it encourages no-fills communication, it involves few privacy concerns, and it lends itself to creativity very well.

[|Integrating Podcasting into your classroom]

This video stresses the importance of working with "digital natives" in a way that is meaningful to them. As educators, we need to have our students engaged in the learning experience and offer them authentic learning opportunities. An educator talks about how to use podcasts, examples are shown, equipment needs are discussed. The teacher is informative, clear, and very persuasive!

My Welcome Podcast:

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My one minute lecture:

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This was made with Audio Boo. It was easy and fun to make!



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