iPods and MP3 players easily find their way into classrooms. Add the invention of the ear bud and you have frustrated teachers, when students unfortunately are more interested in their personal technology than in classroom material. But you can turn this situation. You can replace iPod daydreaming with learning by by creating podcasts relevant to classroom instruction!
Podcasts can be created for everything from class presentations to book reports. Engage students in prewriting activities to help them brainstorm ideas for their podcasts. Use PowerUp tips and strategies for helping students draft and review their materials and then set up class time to record podcasts to share with the class. These student-created podcasts would also be a great feature on a classroom blog! Teachers can also create podcasts for a multimedia approach to educating students. There are premade podcasts that teachers can use on Scholastic's website.
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