Podcast:  publish audio files to the Internet using a computer and microphone and listeners may subscribe to receive new files automatically.

Many educators are taking advantage of the technology by recording class lectures and discussions.  Interested in trying?  How do you begin?

First, download directions provided (see share folder, Podcasting or Click link Gcast). 

Check out a microphone from the library media center.

Go to www.gcast.com and set up an account (see handout and/or the library media specialists for help). 

After you record your class lecture/discussion, upload your file to the gcast site. 

Neat Features with Gcast:

 Students can subscribe to your account, so as soon as you upload a file, they can get it too.

 Send a message from your phone and all students will receive the message.

 Students do not need an iPod or any fancy device to subscribe.

www.gcast.com

Podcasting:  (iPOD broadCAST) “An audio broadcast that has been converted to an MP3 file or other audio file format for playback in a digital music player or computer.” (PC Magazine) 

An iPod is not required to listen or create podcasts!   

Podcasts can easily be found on iTunes or Educational Podcast Network (http://www.epnweb.org/). 

Once you determine a file you would like to try, click on the file and your computer should begin playing.   Common podcasts include NPR This I Believe, National Geographic, and Yogamazing. 

Many educators are utilizing podcasts to go beyond the traditional classroom setting and share with a world-wide audience. 

Students can create a recorded version of their presentation or record a script from a writing assignment.   

Teachers are also creating podcasts to distribute homework, lectures, and school announcements. 

To create podcasts or to have your students create podcasts, see the library media specialists for assistance.   

Podcast Resources: 

Quick/Easy Podcast Creation

How-To

Examples
Grammar Girl’s Quick & Dirty Tips for Better Writing Podcast

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