The Village Green

I’m attending an Apple in Education seminar on podcasting with language acquisition as a focus. Below are a few observations from the session.

There are many terrific ideas, one in particular which I’ve always believed in, is the idea that when students are put in the role of teaching (in this case, producing content,) their level of understanding is significantly enhanced.

For many teachers in the room, this is their first ever experience with an iPod, let alone podcasting. The ideas are pouring from everyone as the potential for the use of this type of technology is explored. I’m encouraged by how involved everyone is.

ESLPOD is the home of the English as a Second Language Podcast. this site includes podcast learning guides, a teacher’s page, online access to hear or download the podcasts, and links to listen to the podcasts in iTunes.

Scripting is an essential part of the learning experience for podcasts in the classroom.