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 * Intro the Flip Video Camera in the Classroom **

**What is Podcasting?**
A **podcast** is a series of audio or video digital-media files which is distributed over the Internet by syndicated download, through Web feeds , to portable media players and personal computers. Though the same content may also be made available by direct download or streaming, a podcast is distinguished from other digital-media formats by its ability to be syndicated, subscribed to, and downloaded automatically when new content is added. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Podcast


 * Podcasting in Plain English**

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**Sample Podcasts**

 * Audio: Radio Popcorn http://epnweb.org/index.php?request_id=748&openpod=16#anchor16
 * Audio: Owl Bytes http://epnweb.org/index.php?request_id=318&openpod=17#anchor17
 * Video: Nova Video Podcast http://epnweb.org/index.php?request_id=2023&openpod=17#anchor17

**Why Use Podcasting With Students?**

 * 1) Simple to produce
 * 2) Immediate
 * 3) Reusable
 * 4) Engaging

"Knowledge creation and discourse that leads to the generation of innovative ideas by students at all levels has become the keystone of successful learning and pedagogy, and is a measure of engagement and self-regulation" (Lee, 2008)

Ways To Use Video Podcasting With Students
 * Project-based learning
 * Video book reports
 * Speeches
 * Drama
 * Digital Storytelling
 * Interviews around campus
 * Surveys
 * Fluency testing


 * References**

Brooks-Kirkland, A. (2006, June). Podcasting for Learning. //School Libraries in Canada (17108535)//, //25//(4), 44-48. Retrieved May 25, 2009, from Professional Development Collection database.

Brown, A., & Green, T. (2007, September). Video Podcasting in Perspective: The History, Technology, Aesthetics, and Instructional Uses of a New Medium. //Journal of Educational Technology Systems//, //36//(1), 3-17. Retrieved May 25, 2009, from Professional Development Collection database.

Lee, M., McLoughlin, C., & Chan, A. (2008, May). Talk the talk: Learner-generated podcasts as catalysts for knowledge creation. //British Journal of Educational Technology//, //39//(3), 501-521. Retrieved May 25, 2009, from Professional Development Collection database.

Creating Podcasts
Preparation is key if you want your podcast to remain relevant for some time.

Pre-Planning Stage
> Create a checklist of shots that need to be taken so that you (or your students) don't forget to take any.
 * Write a script. This will help make sure you (and your students) know what the podcast will be about.
 * Storyboard Your podcast
 * Step-by-step helps make the process much more smooth
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 * Shot List
 * Find a quiet location. (OK--I realize that this doesn't exactly work with kids in a classroom, but do your best)
 * Walk through the steps of your podcast at least one time so you'll feel more prepared.

Recording Stage

 * If you can get it in one take--awesome! If not, don't worry because it does get easier with practice.
 * Be sure to review your podcast at least once to make sure you got the recording you wanted.

Post-Production Stage
> This will be necessary for uploading your video to a podcasting site. The Flip camera records to the **.AVI**file format which need conversion so that iTunes can read the file. NOTE: This is not necessary if you just want to upload videos to YouTube, SchoolTube, etc. >>> Freeware (Download and install) >>> Web-based (Upload and receive a converted file back by email) >>> Web-based >> Examples: YouTube, TeacherTube, Vimeo, Flickr (Up to 90 seconds with a Pro account). > Videopodcasting sites such as Switchpod, Screencast, Libsyn can then notify iTunes that you have a new podcast
 * **Extract** the video files to your computer
 * Edit the videos (if necessary)
 * On PC, Windows MovieMaker is free and installed on most computers.
 * **Convert** the files.
 * Convert your saved .AVI format videos to **MPG4** or **MOV**format for uploading to a podcast site
 * Format Factory: http://www.formatoz.com/
 * Zamzar: http://www.zamzar.com
 * Media Converter http://www.mediaconverter.org
 * Alternately, the AVI format can be uploaded to many video-sharing sites with no conversion as long as the video is short (no more than 6-8 minutes long)
 * **Share**: Upload the files to a podcasting or video sharing site.
 * Set up an iTunes Feed http://www.apple.com/itunes/whatson/podcasts/creatorfaq.html

Podcasting Resources

 * Education Podcast Network http://epnweb.org/

Overview of the Flip Video Camera
http://www.theflip.com/products_flip_ultra.shtml



Saving Files to Your Computer >
 * 1) Plug your [|Flip cam] into a USB port
 * 2) Allow the software to download onto your PC.
 * 3) Select the videos you want to save, then choose "Save to Computer"

Windows Movie Maker
Editing can be accomplished in many ways. If you are on a PC, then you can use Windows MovieMaker which is free and already installed on most PCs.

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/moviemaker/default.mspx

//**Windows Movie Maker**// is video creating/editing software bundled with the Microsoft Windows operating system since Windows Me. It contains features such as effects, transitions, titles/credits, audio track, timeline narration, and //Auto Movie//. New effects and transitions can be made and existing ones can be modified using XML code. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Movie_Maker

MovieMaker Screencasts


 * MovieMaker Resources**


 * Movie Maker in Ed (Compiled by Mark Wagner) www.moviemakerined.wikispaces.com
 * http://edtech.kennesaw.edu/nisa/moviemaker.htm
 * http://www.mightycoach.com/articles/mm2/index.html
 * www.ctap2.org/documents/**Windows**_**MovieMaker**_**Resources**WEB.pdf
 * http://www.saskschools.ca/resources/techref/moviemaker/movie.html