Listen Up! Podcasting Resources for Schools and Libraries

Listen Up!: Podcasting for Schools and Libraries

by Linda W. Braun

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Podcasting is a powerful tool that can be used to engage students and enhance learning. It can be used to share stories, teach new concepts, and provide a platform for students to express their voices. With the right resources, schools and libraries can create and share podcasts that are both educational and engaging.

Benefits of Podcasting

There are many benefits to using podcasts in education.

• Podcasts can be used to teach new concepts. Podcasts can be used to introduce new topics, review material, and provide additional support for students who are struggling.
• Podcasts can be used to share stories. Podcasts can be used to tell stories about history, science, culture, and other topics. This can help students to develop their imagination, empathy, and understanding of the world.
• Podcasts can be used to provide a platform for students to express their voices. Podcasts can be used to give students a chance to share their thoughts and ideas on a variety of topics. This can help students to develop their communication skills, confidence, and critical thinking skills.
• Podcasts can be used to engage students who are not interested in traditional learning methods. Podcasts can be a great way to reach students who are not interested in reading or writing. They can also be a helpful tool for students who have difficulty paying attention in class.
• Podcasts can be used to create a sense of community. Podcasts can help to create a sense of community among students, teachers, and parents. They can also be a way to connect with students who are not able to attend school in person.

How to Create a Podcast

Creating a podcast is relatively easy and inexpensive. Here are a few tips to get started:

• Choose a topic. The first step is to choose a topic for your podcast. This could be anything that you are passionate about, such as history, science, or culture.
• Plan your episodes. Once you have chosen a topic, you need to plan your episodes. Each episode should have a clear focus and a goal. You should also decide how long each episode will be.
• Record your episodes. There are a variety of ways to record your episodes. You can use a microphone and recording software, or you can use a smartphone or tablet. If you are using a smartphone or tablet, there are a number of apps that you can use to record and edit your episodes.
• Edit your episodes. Once you have recorded your episodes, you need to edit them. This involves removing any mistakes, adding music or sound effects, and mastering the audio.
• Publish your episodes. Once you have edited your episodes, you need to publish them. There are a number of different ways to publish your episodes, including using a podcast hosting service or syndicating your podcast through iTunes or Spotify.

Resources for Schools and Libraries

There are a number of resources available to schools and libraries that want to create and share podcasts.

• The National Public Radio Education (NPR Ed) website has a number of resources for educators who want to use podcasts in the classroom.
• The American Library Association (ALA) has a number of resources for librarians who want to start a podcast.
• The School Library Journal (SLJ) has a number of articles about podcasting for schools and libraries.

Podcasting is a powerful tool that can be used to engage students and enhance learning. With the right resources, schools and libraries can create and share podcasts that are both educational and engaging.