Top Tools for Teaching and Learning

This is a fantastic resource for anyone searching for useful I.T. tools to use in their teaching. All tools have been voted on by learning professionals and most include reviews and suggestions for use. You can search for tools by category making it is easy to locate the best applications for your needs.

Top 100 Tools for Learning 2009

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Podcasting

Podcasting in Education

A great introduction to podcasting for teachers. This page will show you everything you need to know to get started with podcasting.

Link: Podcasting in Education

June 8th, 2009 | Category: Podcasting | | Leave a comment

Recording Skype Calls with CallGraph

Skype is a free software that can be used to make free calls over the Internet to anyone else who also has the software, a computer and an Internet connection. CallGraph is another free software that connects directly to Skype and that can be used to record interviews and testimonials that can later be assembled into educational podcasts. Continue reading »

January 23rd, 2009 | Category: Podcasting | | Leave a comment

A Social Constructivist Approach to the Use of Podcasts

Do students like listening to podcasts? Do they learn from them? Are they more
engaging than reading texts? Two teachers from the School of Education and
Professional Development in a UK university conducted a research and came up
with recommendations on the use of podcasts in teaching and learning. Continue reading »

January 23rd, 2009 | Category: Podcasting | | Leave a comment