Blogging and Podcasting in the Classroom (2-DVD set)

Description

• Blogs may be driving print journalists out of business, but they’re doing wonders for the teaching profession. This program helps educators learn more about blogging and the best ways to integrate it into the classroom.
• Showing how blogs help communicate ideas and connect readers worldwide, the video focuses on the benefits of blogging for both teachers and students. Specific topics include blogging strategies for increasing student motivation, reading comprehension, writing skills, collaboration, and healthy social interaction.
• Viewers will also learn about blogging for course announcements, reading assignments, professional development networking, student journalism, and other purposes.
• 24 minutes. English, with English subtitles. 2009.

• Using three simple ingredients – a microphone, audio software, and server space – anyone can publish lectures, readings, and performances on the Internet. So what’s stopping teachers from incorporating such an exciting new technology into the classroom?
• This program helps educators realize the power of podcasting and put it into action. Viewers will learn how podcasts can disseminate class lectures, additional lecture notes, and study guides while opening up alternative teaching perspectives, bridging the gap with disabled learners, and building media literacy.
• Also included are resources for searching and finding existing podcasts, such as public radio directories and websites that serve as podcast archives.
• 24 minutes. English, with English subtitles. 2009.