Amplify student voices with the popularity of Podcasting!
Create imaginative and original stories through collaborative learning with Discover Podcasting. Hands-on curriculum includes curated content from top podcasters who offer their advice to up-and-coming audio artists. Scaffolded lessons break down the creative process step-by-step for added accessibility to all learners, especially English Learners.
Grades: 6-12
Students: Up to 30
Contact Hours: 12+
Subject Targets:
Technology, Art/STEAM, English Language Arts Connections
Recommended Settings:
- Summer Camps
- Classrooms
- Before & After-School Programs
- Libraries and Makerspaces
Tech Requirements:
- 1 device per student recommended. Devices should have a web browser, USB port and headphone jack.
- Recommended use with Windows or Mac laptops and Chromebooks.
Each Activity Includes:
- Schedule
- Materials List
- Topic Background Information
- Step-By-Step Directions
- Optional Extension Activities
Curriculum Topics:
- Exploration of Student Interests and Podcast Formats
- Storytelling Skills
- Interviewing Skills
- Storytelling with Sound
- Storytelling with Music
- Music Creation
- Essentials of Editing
- Podcast Team Challenge Launch
- Pitching a Story
- Storyboarding
- Production Work
- Post-Production Work
- Podcasting Showcase
Reusability and Expansion:
- Annual Subscription: The Soundtrap for Education license included with this product requires a renewal after the first year.
Components
Discover Podcasting comes with all the supplies needed for 30 students to complete each activity:
- Instructor Guide: 1
- Printed Student Notebooks: 31
- Curriculum Digital Download: 1
- Storage Containers: 4
- #2 Pencils: 36
- Headphones: 30
- Headphone Splitters: 10
- Microphone Isolation Shields: 10
- Pencil Sharpeners: 6
- Sticky Notes (100 pack): 2
- USB Microphones: 10
- One-Year, 50-Seat License to Soundtrap for Education: 1
Curriculum Printed Copy Includes:
- Instructor Guide: 1
- Printed Student Notebooks: 31
Curriculum Digital Download Includes:
Instructor Guide only, which includes master copies of all student pages.