Podcasting

Podcasting is the delivery of a set of one or more digital media files (either audio or video) that are released episodically and downloaded through web syndication.

Wikipedia definition

The Wikipedia definition of podcast notes:

The mode of delivery differentiates podcasting from other means of accessing media files over the Internet, such as direct download, or streamed webcasting. A list of all the audio or video files currently associated with a given series is maintained centrally on the distributor's server as a web feed, and the listener or viewer employs special client application software known as a podcatcher that can access this web feed, check it for updates, and download any new files in the series. This process can be automated so that new files are downloaded automatically. Files are stored locally on the user's computer or other device ready for offline use, giving simple and convenient access to episodic content. Commonly used audio file formats are Ogg Vorbis and MP3.

Researchers at the Center for Journalism and Communication Research at the University of Texas at Austin in the USA are proposing a four-part definition of a podcast: A podcast is a digital audio or video file that is episodic; downloadable; programme-driven, mainly with a host and/or theme; and convenient, usually via an automated feed with computer software.[citation needed]

What countries are doing podcasting for pedagogic purposes?

We are collecting these in Category:Podcasting

Resources

In the UK these are being collected at http://ppp.chester.ac.uk/index.php?title=Main_Page

Other links

1. TECFA wiki article, http://edutechwiki.unige.ch/en/Podcasting
2. Grazing for digital natives, http://jdorman.wikispaces.com. This wiki houses professional resources for teachers, administration, and staff developers to facilitate the rigorous and relevant integration of educational technologies. Topics included are digital storytelling, podcasting, blogs, wikis, and social learning networks
3. Wiki: Digital Media in Teaching and Learning; by Tony Whittngham, Randwick Campus, TAFE, Sydney, Australia, http://teachandlearn.sydneyinstitute.wikispaces.net. A wiki to support workshops for teachers on the use of digital media tools to add value to teaching and learning. Sections for audio, video and images with exercises at three levels for each media. Lots of examples from students and a link to the current workshop with exercise solutions. Extensive use of widgets and a "What's New" section to keep teachers up-to-date.

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