PODCASTING REPLACEMENTS

Abstract

ABSTRACT Background: Podcasting is a digitally broadcasted audio blog which has become a popular medium for spreading information in the last two decades. From entertainment to education, the dissemination of information using this technology has seen worldwide usage. The ability for regularly downloadable audio files has changed how information spreads in our digital age. Objective: The primary focus of this study is to examine the feasibility and range of current education models by augmentation through podcasting. Focusing on the applicability, the flexibility, and finally on student reception. Design and Method: The method for research is based on online database access permitted to Purchase college students. This was a review of corelating data points across a variety of previous peer reviewed journal articles and studies concerning podcasting in education or current education practices. The research questions are as follows: What are the educational applications of podcasting in education environments? Can the flexible nature of podcasting be utilized in replacing traditional structured lectures? How have end users of podcasting services in education environments traditionally utilized the medium? Results: The importance of understanding podcasting’s applicability in various educational situations is key. Podcasting is a learning tool and the exploration into its various uses in previous studies helped define various effective uses. Conclusion: Podcasting is a widely accepted tools for certain learning situations. There is a strong indication that in current teaching from a distance model’s students can augment their learning circumstances with podcasting. Keywords: Podcasting, educational alternatives, audioblogging, distance learning, lecture capture, lecture replacement.