Podcasting

Podcasts are basically audio files that can be listened to or downloaded from the internet. Because there are so many ways that you can make a podcast, it would be impossible to cover them all in this short session. Instead we will cover the most simple ways including using an ipod and free software currently on your desktop or easily downloadable.

One of the easiest ways to make an audio recording for a podcast is [|Vocaroo]

__**Audacity Software: **__
 * [|Download for Windows]
 * [|Download for Mac]

To export to Mp3 you must also download [|Lame Mp3 encoder]

Some sites that offer excellent examples of podcasts are:
 * [|www.mrcoley.com]


 * [|Studycasts]


 * [|NASA Podcasts]


 * [|Learning in Hand-Free Podcasting Booklet]


 * [|Learning Interchange iTunesU]


 * [|K-12 Calaxy]


 * [|www.mrsmaxey.com]

There are so many ways to make a podcast! Depending on which operating system you use, here a few of the easiest resources.

Ipod Smart phone (Windows and Mac both use iTunes)
 * __Use a Handheld Gadget__**

Garageband
 * __Using a Mac:__**

Photostory (free download) Windows Movie Maker
 * __Using Windows XP__**

Sound recorder Photostory Windows Movie maker
 * __Using Windows 7__**

Audacity
 * __Online Sources for making podcasts__**

If you can't remember how to record using Audacity when you get home....there are several videos on youtube explaining the process. Click on this link to see one of them: media type="file" key="Using Audacity.mp4" width="300" height="300"