Podcasting for Teachers: Using a New Technology to Revolutionize Teaching and Learning (Emerging Technologies for Evolving Learners) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Mark Gura (Author)

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A volume in the series: Emerging Technologies for Evolving Learners. Series Editor(s): Kathleen P. King, Fordham University and Mark Gura, Fordham University Podcasting for Teachers is the first volume of a new series from Dr. Kathleen P. King and Mark Gura- Emerging Technologies for Evolving Learners and is based on their successful educational technology podcast, Podcast for Teachers, Techpod (sm). Their podcast work has reached over 600,000 people as of 9/06 and branched into virtual seminars, and additional innovations. This book introduces and explains this important new technology from the perspective of educators. It also provides new insights into the ways that technology can provide solutions to instructional needs that have not been sufficiently addressed until now. Not only does it provide concrete explanations, examples, models, and details about methods and resources that are not currently illustrated in other publications, but it also reveals a new rationale for the use of technology in education. K 12 school district directors of curriculum and instruction and directors of professional development, as well as classroom teachers, principals, and instructional supervisors across the core curriculum and in the area of Instructional Technology; and teacher educators and other college faculty will find this book a valuable resource. Readers may use the book as part of their own efforts to expand their teaching or staff development practice. It can also be an important resource for Education courses in content instruction and Instructional Technology and serve as a valuable reference for educators interested in educational applications of technology.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Information Age Publishing; 2nd Revised edition edition (April 26, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1593116586
• ISBN-13: 978-1593116583
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,034,159 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A Tough Read, January 13, 2008

By	Justin Yantho "Tech Teacher" (Oakville, ON) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

There is a great deal of content in this book, most of it good. It covers a great many facets of podcasting and does not make for a quick start guide. If you are looking for an all encompassing podcasting book to read over the summer, then this will probably suit your needs. If you are looking to start podcasting with your students next week, buy a different book or just search online.

My biggest criticism of this book is that the writing is steeped in arrogance by the authors. At times the book reads like a glorified bio, where the authors refer to there numerous accomplishments and lengthy experience in education. Often, the tone is very casual when refering to the authors ("Kathy has found that...") and on the same page will cite other works by her ("Dr. King has found that...") The constant reminders of their credentials beings as a slight annoyance, then builds until it becomes quite laughable. I would not be surprised if the authors where in the habit of signing emails with every credential they have ever earned.

If you care about lengthy rationalizations and justifications on the "why" when thinking about podcasting then spend the time to sit down and read the book. If you just want to get started right away - just perform a Google search on how to podcast.