Eye on IT
Podcasts for IT Reps and Faculty
The term "Podcast" comes from a combination of the words "iPod" and "broadcast". Podcasts are digital media files (audio or video) which are distributed over the Internet, often using syndication feeds, for playback on portable media players or personal computers.
Podcasting is becoming increasingly popular in education. It enables students and teachers to share information with anyone at anytime.
Our podcasts
Listen to our last podcast. Older episodes can be found on the
archive page.
08 – The 21st Century Classroom
Thursday, January 28th, 2010In this podcast interview, you can hear how SCALE-UP (Student-Centered Active Learning Environment for Undergraduate Programs) was first developed at North Carolina State University, how the combination of classroom design, technology, pedagogy and social interaction results in better learning, and how teaching unfolds in this innovative learning environment.
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External Podcasts
This section highlights examples of websites dedicated to podcasting.
Podcasting in the Classroom
Universities using podcasting in the classroom report promising results. This online practical guide will show any teacher how to record, edit, and distribute podcasts to select students.
Technology and the Educational Experience
This website features an interview with Lord Puttnam, Chancellor of the Open University, who says that technology is a vital part of the educational experience.
Support for Educators who Podcast
E-learning Insights is a cross-sectoral podcast that aims to provide teachers with interviews on leading tools and technologies. It also aims to work through issues that may face educators wishing to start podcasting themselves.
Berkeley U Podcasts
From archaeology to physics, from biology to psychology, the University of Berkeley portal offers online podcasts and webcasts taken from current and archived courses with prominent speakers.
Insights on Using Podcasting as an Education Tool
A teacher from an Australian University tried podcasting to extend his reach and support students who are in transition from college to university. He has some valuable insights to share on using podcasting as a communications and education tool.
