4-H Wizard Space

Hello everyone,

Here are the notes I took on Saturday.  Hopefully we can use them to make the workshop even better next time!  All of you did such a wonderful job….congratulations!!

• SUPPLIES LIST
  • Write down list of supplies/tools needed for workshop and drop off (if possible) 1-2 days before
    • Audio recorders
    • 4-H Shirts
    • Print outs of all materials (ice breaker cards/pictures)
    • Headphones for listening to podcasts
    • Speakers to amplify playback of podcasts

• INTRO CHANGES
  • Explain difference between simple audio file and podcast
    • Podcast can be subscribed to (automatically receive latest updates, posting, etc) and audio file cannot. 
    • Explain different kinds of podcasts
      • Interview
      • Informational
      • News
      • Stories, Literature
      • Explain that workshop will focus on the interview type of podcast
  • Explain what an aggregator is
    • Illustrate iTunes (aggregator) so audience understands what it means to subscribe
  • Play examples of podcasts (using speakers so all can hear)
    • Have an iPod, connect to laptop, download podcast and play from iPod.

• PUBLISHING CHANGES
  • Allow more time for publishing (especially due to slow connections)
  • Create “Tips & Tricks” sheet for publishing
    • File name: Short description, include date (w/year)
    • Add tags: Album: Series name, Comments: write in website, Genre: podcast
    • Only include one media file per posting (i.e. only one podcast in blog post)

• POSITIVE FEEDBACK FROM PARTICIPANTS
  • Learning how to edit was very helpful
  • 1:1 interaction was very effective, nice to have personal coach
  • Having the opening and closing script for the podcast was helpful and saved time

• SUGGESTIONS FROM PARTICIPANTS
  • Provide a glossary with terms, definitions and source locations/web addresses (Audacity, iTunes)
  • Provide bio on presenters w/photos
  • Have iPod (MP3 player) to illustrate podcasts
  • 2.0 Podcasting class
    • Learn how to add music to your podcast (include info on copyright issues/concerns)
    • Create a blog site to post podcasts

Thanks!

Marlleen Montelongo

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