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== Definition == | == Definition == | ||
* Podcasting is the method of distributing multimedia files, such as audio or video programs, over the Internet using syndication feeds, for playback on mobile devices and personal computers. The term (a portmanteau), was coined in 2004 combining "iPod", a popular portable audio device, and "broadcasting." The term podcast, like 'radio', can mean both the content and the method of delivery. The host or author of a podcast is often called a podcaster. Though podcasters' web sites may also offer direct download or streaming of their content, a podcast is distinguished from other formats by its ability to be downloaded automatically using software capable of reading feeds like [[RSS]] or Atom. ([[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Podcasting Wikipedia:Podcasting]], retrieved 23: | * Podcasting is the method of distributing multimedia files, such as audio or video programs, over the Internet using syndication feeds, for playback on mobile devices and personal computers. The term (a portmanteau), was coined in 2004 combining "iPod", a popular portable audio device, and "broadcasting." The term podcast, like 'radio', can mean both the content and the method of delivery. The host or author of a podcast is often called a podcaster. Though podcasters' web sites may also offer direct download or streaming of their content, a podcast is distinguished from other formats by its ability to be downloaded automatically using software capable of reading feeds like [[RSS]] or Atom. ([[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Podcasting Wikipedia:Podcasting]], retrieved 23:14, 13 September 2006 (MEST)) | ||
== Potcasting in education == | == Potcasting in education == | ||
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== References == | == References == | ||
* Educause, (2005), 7 Things You Should Know About Podcasting | * Educause, (2005), 7 Things You Should Know About Podcasting [http://www.educause.edu/LibraryDetailPage/666?ID=ELI7003 Abstract/PDF] (Educause probably has more on this topic). | ||
[http://www.educause.edu/LibraryDetailPage/666?ID=ELI7003 Abstract/PDF] | |||
* Crofts, Sheri et. al. 2005. Podcasting: A new technology in search of viable business models. First Monday 10(9) (September). [http://firstmonday.org/issues/issue10_9/crofts/index.html HTML] | * Crofts, Sheri et. al. 2005. Podcasting: A new technology in search of viable business models. First Monday 10(9) (September). [http://firstmonday.org/issues/issue10_9/crofts/index.html HTML] | ||
* G. Philip Rogers, Podcasting and Its Role in Semantic Social Networks, the Web 2.0, and the Semantic Web, | * G. Philip Rogers, Podcasting and Its Role in Semantic Social Networks, the Web 2.0, and the Semantic Web, School of Library and Information Science, The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill [ Word] | ||
School of Library and Information Science, The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill [ Word] | |||
* Maag, Margaret (2006), Podcasting and MP3 Players: Emerging Education Technologies. Computers, Informatics, Nursing. 24(1):9-13, January/February 2006. [http://www.cinjournal.com/pt/re/cin/abstract.00024665-200601000-00005.htm HTML/PDF] {{ar}} | * Maag, Margaret (2006), Podcasting and MP3 Players: Emerging Education Technologies. Computers, Informatics, Nursing. 24(1):9-13, January/February 2006. [http://www.cinjournal.com/pt/re/cin/abstract.00024665-200601000-00005.htm HTML/PDF] {{ar}} | ||
[[Category: Technologies]] | [[Category: Technologies]] | ||
Revision as of 22:14, 13 September 2006
Definition
- Podcasting is the method of distributing multimedia files, such as audio or video programs, over the Internet using syndication feeds, for playback on mobile devices and personal computers. The term (a portmanteau), was coined in 2004 combining "iPod", a popular portable audio device, and "broadcasting." The term podcast, like 'radio', can mean both the content and the method of delivery. The host or author of a podcast is often called a podcaster. Though podcasters' web sites may also offer direct download or streaming of their content, a podcast is distinguished from other formats by its ability to be downloaded automatically using software capable of reading feeds like RSS or Atom. ([Wikipedia:Podcasting], retrieved 23:14, 13 September 2006 (MEST))
Potcasting in education
- Tape courses and distribute the recordings. (that's the cheapest form of distance teaching and has been done for a quite a long time before the term podcasting was invented).
- Scenarios where learners record (audio and/or video) things and discuss it in the classroom. Particularly interesting are integrated teaching scenarios in vocational training.
- Recordings to be used as source materials for learnings (e.g. interviews).
- ....
Links
- Podcasting in Education, a digial media center page from University of Minnesota. (useful).
- Podcasting in Education, Apple Education solutions (you don't need an iPod - ed.]
- iPod lessons for all of us, edugadget.
- Podcasting Library from Learning Light e-Learning Centre. (This links to introductory articles)
Examples
References
- Educause, (2005), 7 Things You Should Know About Podcasting Abstract/PDF (Educause probably has more on this topic).
- Crofts, Sheri et. al. 2005. Podcasting: A new technology in search of viable business models. First Monday 10(9) (September). HTML
- G. Philip Rogers, Podcasting and Its Role in Semantic Social Networks, the Web 2.0, and the Semantic Web, School of Library and Information Science, The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill [ Word]
- Maag, Margaret (2006), Podcasting and MP3 Players: Emerging Education Technologies. Computers, Informatics, Nursing. 24(1):9-13, January/February 2006. HTML/PDF (Access restricted)