iPodcast...and+so+can+you

Podcating is a great tool to extend your students learning, while using technology in a fun way. Podcasts offer a variety of options, allowing you to tailor this resource to meet the objectives of your project and the needs of your students. This session will focus on how to use podcasting in your classroom. We will discuss different ideas for projects, software that can be used to create podcasts, podcasts available through iTunes, and some helpful hints as you incorporate podcasts into your classes.

__**Resources:**__

- Step by step instructions for creating a podcast using Garageband. [|Podcasting Guide.doc] - Step by step instructions for creating a podcast using resources available at Hempfield schools. - Script for podasting - Script for podcasting (allows you to type in textboxes)

[|Twenty for Tech on Podcasting (April 30, 2008)] - A chat with teachers and techies from [|Hempfield School District] on how podcasting is being used as a district-wide learning tool. Converation hosted by Dave Solon with Doug Dandridge, Lauren Janotta, Vicki Reed, and Steve Schoessler.

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__Ideas on how to use podcasting__ __iTunes Store__
 * personal introduction to the class
 * current events - can download CNN student news (10 minutes), Fox News, New York Times, Presidential Speeches, ABC News, etc.
 * Can subscribe to and download free podcasts through iTunes store --> Podcasts
 * create an advertisement - ex. public service announcements
 * alternative to an essay
 * era reports
 * biographical studeis
 * tours of historical locations
 * public speaking
 * subscribe to free podcasts
 * iTunes U - wide variety of podcasts to download. These are all collegate resources.
 * Standford University - lectures in podcast form
 * Beyond Campus - Resources from private and public foundations
 * Smithsonian, Oyez, etc.

__**Creating Your Own Sample Podcast:**__

Subject: Important events that have taken place on your birthday.

Use the following websites to find
 * []
 * []
 * []
 * [] - #1 song on your birthday.

Use the Images Wiki ([|hsdimages.wikispaces.com]) to find relevant pictures.

Create a podcast with information about your birthday. Have fun!

//Presenter Information://

Steve Schoessler Social Studies Teacher Hempfield High School Landsiville, PA steve_schoessler@hempfieldsd.org