Podcasting is simply an auditory recording which can be uploaded and downloaded from a computer. It is actually quite boring and uninspiring but really practical. Universities often use them for external students who cannot attend weekly lectures. Lecturers only need to record the lecture as it is being delivered, so there is no extra demand put on their time. Podcasts are ideally designed for the audible learner but also complement other learning styles as it can be stopped, rewound or repeatedly played to help gain a better understanding. My daughter, in year 7, uses podcasts for her Mandarin lessons. This allows her to practice her language skills at home. ESL students would also benefit from podcasts to support their learning outside the classroom. I have no idea, at the moment, about what to put in my podcast. I have used them before and don't think they would be difficult to create.
Plus:
A limited level of technical expertise to produce
Not time consuming and inexpensive to make
Portable
Supplement learning
Can be rewound, replayed, fast-forwarded instantly.
Minus:
Audible learners are a minority.
Interesting:
Global platform, information sharing across the globe.
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