Using Podcasts for Teaching and Learning
According to a 2019 study conducted by the Edison Research Group, 51 percent of US citizens listen to podcasts. That’s right…144 million people are tuning into an average of seven podcasts per week. And the largest group of listeners are 34-years-old or younger. It seems wise, then, that we in education look at what teaching and learning potential can be found in this medium. Podcasts offer a valuable way to teach listening skill, and listening comprehension lays a strong foundation for reading comprehension and makes sophisticated text more accessible for struggling readers.To get you started, we’ve share three of our favorite podcasts appropriate for elementary, middle, and high school students. 👇🏼
If you would like to explore bringing podcasts to your classroom, our team is ready to assist you with research, resources, and more. Please contact our team at haeatech@heartlandaea.org, and we will be happy to plan with you!
Stories Podcast from Wondery
Stories Podcast's tagline is "A bedtime show for kids of all ages." The stories range from classic fairy tales to original works. It would be a great way to have kids listen and practice their skills in creating mental images as they comprehend text. Click here to see the list of episodes available from Google Podcasts.
The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel from GZM
It Was Said from C13Originals
The 2021 Webby Award winner for Best Podcast Series, this series..."looks back on some of the most powerful, impactful, and timeless speeches in history." It gives wonderful context to the people and the speeches it features. It brings history to life and analyzes what makes speeches effective! Click here to begin listening.
🎉 It's Time for Our Fall Webinar!
Yes, along with cooler temperatures and changing leaves comes our Fall Webinar on October 19th at 10:00 AM. We are SO excited to host Jennifer LaGarde, author of Developing Digital Detectives, for an hour of learning around innovating in our classrooms. Even if you're not able to join us that morning, you will want to click the button below 👇🏼 to register so you can access the recorded session at a time that's convenient for you 😃.
If you wish to extend your learning and earn a license renewal credit, then click the second button below as well to register for the course built around the webinar and Jennifer's book. The course begins October 3rd, so don't delay! We hope you can join!!
ITEC Fall Conference Nov 7th and 8th
Save the Dates: Nov 7th and 8th for the annual Iowa Technology & Education Connection Conference held once again in-person at the 📍 Iowa Events Center in downtown Des Moines. If you haven't registered, there is still time! Click here to learn about the featured speakers, the sessions available, and more.
Education Technologies for Administrators
Date: Fall 2022
Course# 203354
Credit: 1LR or Evaluator Approval
Instructors: HAEA Digital Learning Consultant Team
Education Technologies for Administrators Course Registration
Become a Google Certified Educator Level 1
Date: Nov 2 - Dec 14
Course: #166823
Credit: 2 LR or 2 Grad
Instructor: Cathy Hines
EP Part 3: Universal Design + Blended Learning
Date: Oct 17 - Nov 30
Credit: Participant Only (Free) or 1 LR ($35)
Course # 203331
Register for Part 3: Universal Design + Blended Learning
Using Google Classroom Effectively
Dates: Oct. 5-26, 2022 FULL
Next Section: Jan. 11- Feb.1
Credit: 1 LR Credit ($35)
Instructor: Cathy Hines
Click here for course outline
Developing Digital Detectives
Dates: Oct. 3- Nov. 6, 2022
Credit: 1 LR Credit ($35) or Participant Only
Instructors: Jeff Glade and Alicia Patten
Coming Soon: Google Workspace Basics
Stay tuned for more information in the November newsletter!
Heartland AEA Digital Learning Consultant Team
Our team of five consultants serves the 8 regions of Heartland Area Education Agency and designs and delivers the Heart of Innovation Summer Summit and Webinar Series. We are ready to deliver professional learning focused on effective digital learning and technology integration. Please reach out if we can design learning just right for you!
Email: haeatech@heartlandaea.org
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