Using Podcasts for Student Listening Practice

Learning Activity

In this activity, you will learn about using podcasts in the classroom for student listening practice. You'll listen to an example of a short classroom podcast. You will also explore a variety of podcasts that can be incorporated into various content areas. 

1. Review the brief slideshow linked below to get familiar with using podcasts in the classroom.

2. Listen to the "6 Minute Podcast" example linked in the slideshow.

3. Explore the kidslisten.org website to find a podcast appropriate for your grade-level/content.

4. Write a brief reflection sharing the podcast you found (on kidslisten.org or any other source) and how you plan to use it with your students. 

Resources

1. Review the brief slideshow linked below to get familiar with the intent and application of using podcasts in your classroom. 

2. Listen to the "6 Minute Podcast" example (linked here)

3. Explore the kidslisten.org website to find a podcast appropriate for your grade-level/content.

4. Write a brief reflection sharing the podcast you found (on kidslisten.org or any other source) and how you plan to use it with your students.