itunes university and mobile learning
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Peter LisowskyDirector of Administrative Systems and User Services
Office of Information Technology
What is a podcast?
A podcast is Series of digital-media files Distributed via syndication feeds
Called RSS - Really Simple Syndication For playback on iPods and computers
The term podcast, like broadcast, can refer to The series of content itself The method by which it is syndicated
Common Misconceptions
Podcasts are not just audio You do NOT need an iPod Creating a simple podcast is EASY
All you need a microphone Audio Software is free and simple to use
Audacity is a freeware product
Simple tools for audio creation
iTunes Layout
Within a Course page, instructors and course managers can use editing tools to create different groups
iTunes U lets you easily expand your curriculum, delivering audio and video you create yourself or
make use of material already produced.
-Lets look at live site-
iTunes U @GCU
•Today’s students go online for more than music, photos, and movies.•The web is the first place they go to
•Share ideas•Express viewpoints•Join communities
•Tap into that digital lifestyle to keep students every bit as engaged with your courses.
Reach your students where they live
Benefits
Large library of free educational content Portability of audio and video increases
accessibility to course content Students already familiar with Software Can work in tandem with Blackboard to
enhance online or hybrid course content
When?
iTunes U can be used…today GCU specific content
Begin setting up test content/classes in Fall 2008
Recruit some “early adaptors” to test usage
Go live in Spring 2009 with pilot group of faculty
Thank You!
Any Questions?
Link to iTunes U
Admin https://deimos.apple.com/WebObjects/Core.woa/SignIn/georgian.edu
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