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When Speaking Is Better than Writing


There are times when an aural narrative can convey the concept more concisely…think foreign language, linguistics, storytelling, journalism and interviews, clinical interview techniques, recorded sounds from animals and the environment, or snippets from famous historical speeches. The ideas are endless. Over the past several months, both students and instructors have been inquiring about podcasting as a solution for lectures and for assignments.  

Podcasting is an effective means of getting your message, story, or topic out to your audience. With recording equipment and editing software available on campus or using the camera and microphone built into your laptop, it is possible to produce a podcast from just about anywhere. Check out this LinkedIn Learning course on Producing Podcasts. In this short video course, you’ll get tips on every aspect of podcasting, from selecting a name to creating excellent audio quality. This video will provide you and your students with a solid foundation in podcasting.