Hi there this post is in regards to how I might use podcasting within my class. First I would like to start off by saying that my class room is totally non conventional. I teach people to fly, and this is generally a hobby for them, not a requirement. This forces me to be creative in a way that keeps there attention inline with the requirements. So many times I find that my students have a hard time listening to my lectures because of work constraints. Podcasting will eliminate that debt on them. I believe that I could take podcasting, and apply my lectures to a wiki. This would benefit them in that they could listen to my speech on there own time. In fact it would also be nice in that if they have a misunderstanding, they could rewind the podcast and listen again. I believe that it would not only save time for the student, it would also take weight off my shoulders as well. Here are some links that I found to be handy in learning the benefits of podcasting.
1. http://www.apple.com/education/podcasting/
2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wL1bX1gepEc
3. http://www.teachingideas.co.uk/ict/podcasting.htm
4. http://www.slideshare.net/andyramsden/sss1-podcasting-08
5. http://computer.howstuffworks.com/internet/basics/podcasting.htm
I like the idea that they can listen to the lecture on their own time, perhaps when they are more focused. Also, of course, it allows the opportunity to rewind and listen to the lecture as many times as they need to. It would take the weight off of your shoulders because instead of explaining over again because of their lack of focus, you can simply refer them back to the wiki and podcasts.
ReplyDeleteI can relate to the unconventional approach to your "classroom", since as a music teacher and college instructor, I'm often not operating in a traditional classroom setting. It sounds like you are adapting the technology to meet your situtation in a helpful way for the students.
ReplyDeleteIt seems podcasting is especially beneficial with adults and older students in that they can listen and learn on their own.
ReplyDeleteHey Josh,
ReplyDeleteWhat you're saying makes sense to me. Some students like to memorize things. I'm like that. Whenever I recorded a lecture in political science class, I would listen to it several times to let it sink in. If you implement you idea for podcasting, this may relieve some of the stress your students feel.