I've become fascinated with this idea of podcasting in the classroom. There are so many avenues that it could open up for students, and I am eager to start exploring what those might be! I got so inspired today, I created an account on anchor and got to work on the settings for next year's podcast. You can view the public website here, although there are no episodes just yet.One of the things I love about Passion Projects is that they can evolve over time, as new ideas come to the forefront and replace an initial thought. Although I began this Passion Project as a way to explore PBL in Healthy Living, I am very pleased with this shift to podcasting as my main focus. Students, if you're reading this, it is SUPER if your general Passion Project idea evolves into something more specific and inspiring to you. Please don't ever feel like you have to stick with what you said on the first week, just because that's what you said you would do. The greatest ideas grow out of thinking, pondering, wondering, thinking some more, experimenting, trying... your first idea does not have to be your last!
Notes for myself :
- find some podcasts appropriate for students to listen to, and schedule time to do so at the start of the year (go for a walk!)
- develop a structure/schedule that is consistent and sustainable
- record an introductory episode
- ask grade 7 students for input before the end of the year
- Which subjects do I want to link this to - Healthy Living / Français / ELA? Others?
- What format am I looking at? Informative? Story telling? A combination?
- What about students who are anxious about sharing their voice?
For students who do not want to share their voices, could choose a style of podcast that's fairly scripted and recruit someone(s) else to be their voice talent? Directing vocal acting is a skill unto itself, and just as worthy of pursuit as voicing something yourself.
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Thanks Evelyn, this is a great suggestion!
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