Thing 19

The most interesting podcasts I found from the given lists were those from the "Podcasts By Students" category. I'm so impressed with those teachers who make technology integration a priority in their classrooms. I'm also impressed with those who insist on a high quality production, because that invariably involves something artistic - music, images, script writing, comic bits, i.e. - to include in the final product, as well as a decent understanding of the technical aspects (sound levels, graphics, editing, etc) of creating a podcast. I love the integration of the arts and technology in the Eagan High School Honors Chemistry Podcasts - I loved the commercials for the elements ("Barnes and Noble Chemicals" - nice. . . )

I decided to do some exploring in my area of interest - music technology - and discovered Dr. James Frankel's podcasting page. I have seen him speak (Michigan Music Conference) a couple of times and knew that he recorded his sessions, but didn't realize that he was podcasting them. I now have materials that I can direct my teachers to regarding music and technology. One of the first things that I will ask them to listen to is his session on copyright - he is something of an expert on copyright as it relates to music education. He also has practical strategies that can be used to create and sustain a music technology lab - something I've long wanted to do. He has a wealth of knowledge on all things related to music education and technology, and I intend to spend some time with his podcasts, many of which are simply recordings of his presentations at state music conferences.