Podcasts are a great way to capture learner’s voices and share learning in a different way with your wider school community. They can also be used to create engaging educator professional development too.
On this page you will find video tutorials to support yourself or your learners create podcasts using Audacity. As well as some useful information and links.
Audacity is a free audio editing and recording app available for Windows HERE. Much of the same skills can be applied to other programs such as Ableton, Soundtrap and Garageband (iOS only).
Tutorial Videos
Below are 5 tutorial videos which cover the basics of creating podcasts using Audacity.
Suggested Equipment
Microphone – Built in microphones will work on any device but a higher quality model will make a difference. USB means no extra equipment needed.
Headphones– These will allow you to hear your audio as your listeners will and you can use virtually any headphones you already have.
Computer/Device – Either with built in microphone and speakers or separate.
Audio Recording and Editing Software – Audacity (Available on PCs through school technicians) or Garageband on iOS devices.
Suggested Uses
Pupil Created: Document a field trip, Record a class discussion, Share book reviews, Conduct interviews, Review curricular content, Create a news broadcast, Create an audiobook…
Educator Created: Revision Podcast, Flipped instruction, Sharing Practice/CLPL.
Links
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