Blog Assignment #5

Eagle Nest Radio & Class Blog
The way in which the students outlined their Roman podcast is very engaging. Everything from the background music to the switches between topic delivery captivate the listener and introduce tolerable anecdotes that are memorable from beginning to end. I think that th basic outline of the podcast was designed well and effectively captivated the audience.
The benefits of podcasting in the classroom
This video not only breaks down the differences between podcasts and vodcasts (podcast with video but also demonstrates the benefits of their application in education. The video also shows different approaches to the creation of podcasts and vodcasts. Teachers can record lessons for students who miss school or who want to review the information. Students could also create the podcasts or vodcasts. Through role play, the lessons can come to life. The students can use their imagination and creativity to create unique and memorable podcasts.
The practical principals
This podcast is in a discussion form. The two are simply talking about what the y have been doing as of late. They are discussing all the stuff that they are doing in preparation of the upcoming year. One is in a new position and discussed what he did to prepare himself for the position. He discussed finding very outdated documents, books, and technology. He discussed what he is doing to get himself more situated in the principal  position. He is learning regulations, traditions, etc. He is trying to build relations. This podcast shows how much work really goes into being in this position.
I personally like the free-flow discussion vibe that the two built their podcast off of. It allows the listener to be relaxed while listening and take in the information as if he/she was sitting their with the two and talking like old pals.
100 ways to use your ipod to learn and study better
This list contains numerous innovative ideas on how the ipod could serve as a educational device. Everything from lectures to study guides could be put on the ipod. The student could then have access to these materials whenever or wherever. The list not only supplies what could be put on an ipod but also information on how to create podcasts and put them on an ipod. The ipod could be transformed into a pda with the resources found in this list.  This list opened my eye to the possibilities. If all this could be done with an ipod, what else can we do?