Podcasts : )

So this week was podcast week. And what a week it was. Creating my first ever podcast was a little fun, but I don't think it is for me. However, I do think that is it something that students of older years can use in their classrooms.As I have said previously I think it depends on the age of the students that will be using the learning tool.

Teachers who wish to use the tool also need to make sure that they are comfortable with the concept and know what to do when problems arise. The negatives and positives will also need to be weighed up against each other to determine if it is the best learning tool that will help the students get the most information that they need.

As an adult I find that the podcasts that I have listened to have been more about gaining information rather than teaching a concept. I think it a fantastic way to research something as podcasts are split into categories which makes it easier to pick the one that best suits you.

If enough time is put into setting up the podcast system that the teacher wants to use then I don't think there is any reason not to use it as a learning tool. As long as the students are getting the right information and learning what is intended.
 

My First Podcast