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DYW Live: Introduction To Podcasting

Work Inspiration and Preparation Provided by New College Lanarkshire

The course is a fun and interactive introduction to podcasting designed specifically for school children. In this course, students will embark on an exciting journey to discover the world of podcasting, exploring various aspects of audio storytelling, production, and hosting. Through a combination of hands-on activities, group discussions, and creative exercises, participants will gain practical skills and knowledge to create their own podcasts.

Aims

  1. Foster Creativity
  2. Enhance Communication Skills
  3. Promote Digital Literacy
  4. Encourage Collaboration
  5. Boost Confidence and Presentation Skills
  6. Cultivate Critical Thinking
  7. Promote Empathy and Empowerment

The course aims to inspire and empower learners to become confident storytellers and creators in the world of podcasting, providing them with the necessary tools, skills, and knowledge.

 

Webcam required. Schools will be informed of any software requirements that are required. Pupils will be encouraged to use their smart phones to record voice samples.

This is an online activity, please select the relevant link above to get involved.

Offer details

Open date

3rd September - 11th December 2023 (1hr 30mins)

Location

Online

Related industries

Digital technologies

Creative

Learning

Experience

Audience

Secondary S1 to S3 (11-14 year old)

Secondary S4 to S6 (14-18 year old)

Available to

Aberdeen City

Aberdeenshire

Angus

Argyll and Bute

Clackmannanshire

Dumfries & Galloway

Dundee City

East Ayrshire

East Dunbartonshire

East Lothian

East Renfrewshire

Edinburgh (City of)

Eilean Siar

Falkirk

Fife

Glasgow

Highland

Inverclyde

Midlothian

Moray

North Ayrshire

North Lanarkshire

Orkney Islands

Perth & Kinross

Renfrewshire

Scottish Borders

Shetland Islands

South Ayrshire

South Lanarkshire

Stirling

West Dunbartonshire

West Lothian