Podcast

A Podcast is online audio content that is delivered via a RSS Feed.   The listener can decide when to listen to the audio file.  I was first introduced to Podcasting as part of the Tech 21 program at Brownsville ISD back in 2010.  As teachers, we were encouraged to teach our students to create Podcasts pertaining to any subject area.  Podcasts can be used by students of all ages.  Students can create book talks, projects, or record interviews just to mention a few.  They can create a Podcast of a trip to a museum, an experiment, or debate.  Podcasts can be used to teach "How to's" or to reinforce concepts. Teachers can use them as alternative assessments or to provide study guides.  Library Media Specialists can use them for reading (storytelling), book promotions, to share school news or to increase community involvement.  David R. Wetzel offers a variety of creative ways that Podcasts can be used in the classroom.   You can use Soundcloud, Audioboo, Podomatic, Audacity or other options on the Web.  I have used Soundcloud, Audacity and PodOmatic.  They are all fairly easy to use.  I created a Podcast on a contest we are having to promote literacy.  Check it out!
Pumpkin Character Contest