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Podcasting Resources for Instructors

A podcast is a digital audio and/or video file that is available online for download or streaming.Like radio, they are typically produced as a series or as part of a show where episodes are released over a period of time at regular intervals. They are usually free and can be easily produced by anyone with access to the internet and a personal computer.

Podcasts can be very useful pedagogical tools to capture group discussion and to develop communication skills. They can help students develop writing skills through scripting and presenting research in a journalistic or editorial fashion. They can also be useful in developing creative writing skills through the production of audio plays.

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Tools, Tech, & Tips

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Sample Assignments & Lesson Plans

  • Introduction to Digital Media
    Students are asked to produce a short audio documentary exploring one aspect of how digital technologies or social media are affecting the lives of college students.
  • AP/WRIT 1004
    This course project overview involves working to produce a 20 minute podcast for the course podcast show and includes podcast assessment guidelines. (York University)
  • Audio Recording & Editing with Audacity & GarageBand
    Lesson plan introducing audio recording, and editing with GarageBand, and Audacity, includes presentation slides, in class activities and a quiz. (University of Victoria)
  • Introduction to Podcasting with Audacity
    Lesson plan including presenter slides and in class activities. (University of Victoria)

Sample Student Podcasts

  • From Scratch Media
    A platform for student produced podcasts, by Stevie Bell. (York University)

Sample Rubrics

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