Podcasts
Soundcloud: I really
enjoyed Soundcloud because it was fairly simple to use. I had a difficult time
figuring out how to record directly through the program. I found it much easier
to record the message to my cellphones voice recorder and then I upload the
recording to Soundcloud. I really enjoyed how easy it is to create a podcast
using Soundclound. Another reason I chose Soundcloud to create my podcast
instead of the others is because it offers 180 minutes of recording time with
the free account. I thought that was a really great deal.
Audioboom: I tried to use Audioboo, however since it
has to be downloaded from the I-tunes store and I don’t have a Mac computer, I
was unable to make the download. I kept searching and I found Audioboom. With
Audioboom, the free account is limited to only 10 minutes of recording space.
In my opinion, I felt that was a very limited amount of time to make a
recording. The first podcast I made was 6:30 minutes long. I would have been
unable to make more than one recording using this program. This is the main
reason I chose not to use Audioboom to make my podcast recording.
Podomatic: The sign up process was very easy for
Podomatic. The lay out of the program was very easy for a new user to
understand. I enjoyed the step by step instructions that lead the user through
the process of making a podcast. I didn’t choose Podomatic because it didn’t mention
the amount of time offered with the free account.
I really think using podcasts in the library/classroom is an
excellent communication tool. The teacher/librarian will have the ability to
convey important information to both students and staff. The librarian can
create an activity and present the instructions through a podcast. The
librarian can also conduct a podcast to present important staff development for
teacher while at home instead of having to actually attend a meeting.
Technology is evolving so rapidly, the use of podcasts in the library/classroom
would be an effective way to communicate with both students and staff.
Podcast Info: A fifth grade student from my campus helped
discuss fun fact about Halloween. Here is the link to my podcast:
Melissa,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the music you added to your Podcast and the way your student shared the facts. It enhanced your Podcast and "reels in" the listener. I too, liked Soundcloud better.
Love the music and the facts were fun to listen too.
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