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A podcast is a series of digital media files that are either audio or video. They are released episodically and often downloaded through web syndication. Which means that these web feeds are available from a site in order to provide other people with a summary of the websites recently added content. The mode of delivery differentiates podcasting from other means of accessing media files over the Internet, such as direct download, or streamed webcasting. A list of all the audio or video files currently associated with a given series is maintained centrally on the distributor's server as a web feed,
In the discussion on classroom 2.0, one teacher used podcasts to create video lectures that students can use to review past lessons or as a replacement for in-class lecture, allowing the teacher more time for labs (I teach science). Lecture replacements are accompanied by short online assessments created using Google Forms. This way the teacher can see what they got and what they missed from the lectures and know better what they need to re-cover during class. The idea is to make the limited amount of face-to-face time more efficient.
Another teacher, discussed a website called K12. She said it is a wonderful source for Professional Development - all teacher-created podcasts online and free. She uses a Gabcast channel for Spanish homework and asks learners to listen to a 15min podcast called Coffeebreak Spanish. Then learners call in answers to a prompt using any phone to Gabcast. She has subscribed to the Gabcast channel and collects homework in her RSS reader. Learners enjoy using iPods and cellphones in the classroom, especially since other teachers do not allow these devices at all.
Podcasting is cool! My church does it with the sermons each week on their websites. I think it's really neat that teachers do them so students can review past lessons. It is also sick that teachers then allow students to use ipods and phones! Good job Carly!
ReplyDeletegreat explanation of the tool, podcasting seems like a really cool tool. i also liked the idea that teachers can upload lessons so that students can later on review them!
ReplyDeleteI didn't know exactly what you could do with podcasts and now I know. I think it is cool that teacher's used it to view lectures and videos that they had learned in class. It is also cool that a spanish teacher is using it for her classes. It is really cool how they incorprate podcasts into the class.
ReplyDeleteI had heard of the term Podcasting before but di not know what it was exactly. Now that I know I think I will implement it into my classroom. I like the idea of video lectures.
ReplyDeleteGood explanations and examples of podcasting. I think it is an excellent tool that teachers can use in the classroom, and best of all, its free!
ReplyDeleteI have heard of podcasting before but still an not quite sure how to use it. My spanish class that I am taking over the summer is supposed to use podcasting like the second teacher did so therefore we don't have as many in class dates. I think it is beneficial for students who cannot make it to class for a specific reason but can cause students to miss class and just watch the podcast which can cause problems. Its more beneficial for beyond the classroom use like you said
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