Podcasting

A podcast is a software that allows the automatic downloading of audio and video files for listening and viewing. First, a "podcatcher" has to be downloaded and installed to the user's computer. Then, programs such as Itunes will automaticaly subscribe to new material that you have selected and have it waiting for you to veiw when you get back on. Teachers can use podcasting in the following ways: curriculum, professional development, presenting material, and communicating with parents and the community.One of the main uses for podcasting is downloading material to be put on MP3 players such as Ipods. The only podcasting that I have really done is putting music on my Ipod from itunes, but it can be a great tool for students and teachers to get information to each other via the internet.


http://www.apple.com/itunes/
I chose this because I was familiar with this certain podcast and have used it before. I like using itunes because its not that difficult to use and it gives someone the steps needed to put information on devices such as an ipod.