Podcasting

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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 23:00, 13 September 2006 (MEST))

Links

• Potcasting

• 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)

Potcasting in education

• Tape courses and distribute the recordings. (that's the cheapest form of distance teaching)

• Scenarios where learners record (audio and/or video) things and discuss it in the classroom

• Recordings to be used as source materials for learnings (e.g. interviews).

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References

• Educause, (2005), 7 Things You Should Know About Podcasting

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