Chapter 8- Podcasting

Chapter Eight was actually broken down into several sections. The end result of the sections was the same, getting published on the Internet.

The first section dealt with Podcasting. I am really glad we actually Podcasted in class before I read this chapter. It made it really easy for me to follow along. Once again Will Richardsons direction were pretty much exactly what we did in class. I do agree that Podcasting may be geared towards younger students, as the olders ones want to put a face with the voice and would rather video cast.

Video casting was the second section. Essentually the same with a little higher in up front costs (you need a digital camera). I definitely see the value as well as the danger in video casting. The value in allowing students to be creative and let them express themselves and the danger with being on the Internet for the whole world to see. As educators we really need to look at what we are asking our students to do. Besides educate, one of our first duties should be to ensure the safety of our charges. That being said, the Podcast would be much easier to control.

The next section dealt with Screencasting. Screencasting is one step up from the Podcast. Screencasting essentally allows you to broadcast your screen . Sounds like something out of Star Trek. After watching the video in class, I can really see the benefits of this technology. Best part about it, is that it is pretty safe.

Finally the chapter wrapped up with Live Streaming. This could turn any classroom into a tv or movie studio, the principals are the same, except it is live. The applications here are endless. Sick childern could be live streamed the classroom so they would not miss a thing. That will make them think twice about calling in sick.