When to Upgrade Your Podcasting Tools Microphones, mixers, software, and more podcasting tools can help you podcast better, but when is it actually worth upgrading your podcast equipment? Podcast: Play in new window | Download This topic was inspired by our recent discussion about the evolution of a podcaster’s gear in Podcasters’ Roundtable. 1. Think before upgrading to “improve your quality” Many podcasters will think they need to upgrade something to improve their quality. For example, the Audio Technica ATR2100-USB ($40–$60) is a great starting microphone for most podcasters. Misuse an ATR2100-USB, RE320, PR40, or any professional microphone, and you’ll still sound horrible. Thus, upgrading your microphone or other equipment is not a guaranteed way to improve your quality. 2. You may be merely tolerating the podcasting tools you have. These frustrations can often be solved by replacing or upgrading the tools you’re using. Here are some examples. 3. This may seem obvious, but you may forget it when the time comes. 4. 5.
cooltoolsforschools - home EduAllStars Episode 98 - Brad McEachern - EduAllStars LibLaura5 The Absolute Beginners Guide to Podcasting: Preparation Welcome to the 2nd part of our series on podcasting for beginners. Here are all 5 parts of the series: The podcast movement is growing at a tremendous rate and its benefits are far-reaching. I know because I currently host 2different podcasts and produce several others. According to the Washington Post article, "Podcasts are back - And Making Money," Apple podcast subscriptions reached 1 billion listeners. So what does this mean for you or your business? The podcast StartUp hosted by This American Life producer Alex Blumberg, documents his journey of raising $1.5 million for his new podcasting company, Gimlet Media. So how do you create a podcast? If you’ve done any research, you already know about the endless and often times conflicting opinions exist for all of these questions. The following is the first of several blogs about podcasting. Choose a Topic The first and maybe most difficult part of the entire process is choosing a topic. Make sure the topic is something you enjoy.
Teach Your Kids to Code: 6 Beginner's Resources for Parents Introducing computer programming to your kids can be a challenge, especially for those who aren’t familiar with the nuances of code. Fortunately, in the last few years, a number of apps, software, and guides have been produced that make the often-complex subject of computer coding easy to grasp for young learners. So where to begin? Programming Tutorials From Made With Code by Google: Google's Made With Code project has a mission of encouraging girls to pursue careers in computer science. Inspiring Articles About Kids Learning to Code Still looking for some ideas? Coding Organizations for Kids For the non-coding parents, it can be difficult to know where to begin.
House of #EdTech by Education Podcast Network Cult of Pedagogy Education & Professional Podcasts Sort by Titles Per Page 1 - 10 of 97 Titles Landmark radio programmes from the BBC World Service archive. by John D. An introduction to the fundamentals of Analytical Psychology in which the listener is able to develop a thorough understanding of Carl Jung's Analytical Psychology. This Week in Virology is a conversation about viruses hosted by two science Professors from Columbia University. The Princeton Review Vocab Minute is a series of short, easygoing songs that each teach four words in about 60 seconds. by Dr. The Naked Scientists - interactive science, medicine and technology weekly live radio show with Dr. Tips and tricks for gadgets and software for your digital life given by two Texas chicks obsessed with anything digital. by Mignon Fogarty Deep within the podosphere resides a mysterious writer known only as Grammar Girl. Discover Spanish is the award-winning interactive learning system that is proven to teach Spanish quickly and easily. by Center for Educational Development
Podcast Party: A Curated List of Nine Teen-Friendly Podcasts In celebration of the first installment of The Yarn, created by School Library Journal blogger Travis Jonker and Colby Sharp, teen librarian Robin Brenner has curated a roundup of podcasts to recommend to young adults who are both new to and well-versed in the format. Recently, a father and his 12-year-old son were in my library looking for ideas to entertain the boy while he recovered from an upcoming eye surgery. The father pulled out a few audiobooks, but his son was less than enthusiastic about that format. Podcasting started as audio programs produced exclusively for the iPod (hence the name). Given the thousands of podcasts available, where should teens start? Are they restless listeners? Do they want to start with something with a definite finish, or dive into an ongoing podcast? Recommended Podcasts for Young Adults Here are a few top picks that have the potential to capture your teens’ attention. THE ALLUSIONIST Do you have any word nerds in your library?
9 Podcasts for Teachers and Kids What! A podcast? I know what you’re thinking. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10 Best Podcasts for Language Learning In the last couple months, I’ve posted links to free language courses and the best YouTube channels for language learning. Here’s my final collection of links: The ten best language instruction podcasts. With the free courses, the YouTube channels, and now these podcasts, you have mountains of material to go through–and you don’t have to pay a penny. You literally have no excuse not to get going on learning a language. I love podcasts for three reasons:They’re verbal. So here are my ten personal favorites. HINT: For ease, I’ve linked to the actual websites. 1. The lessons break things down really well and are appropriate for rank beginners. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Any I missed?
Creating a Persuasive Podcast ReadWriteThink couldn't publish all of this great content without literacy experts to write and review for us. If you've got lessons plans, videos, activities, or other ideas you'd like to contribute, we'd love to hear from you. More Find the latest in professional publications, learn new techniques and strategies, and find out how you can connect with other literacy professionals. More Teacher Resources by Grade Your students can save their work with Student Interactives. More Home › Classroom Resources › Lesson Plans Lesson Plan Overview Featured Resources From Theory to Practice This lesson is intended to expand upon students' basic persuasive speaking and research skills. back to top Persuasion Map: As students plan out their persuasive podcasts, they can use this online, interactive tool to map out their opinions and arguments.Podcasting in Plain English video: This video explains the concept of podcasting and how podcasts are generally produced and accessed by others. Zwiers, J. (2004).