Amplifying Voices: Leveraging Podcasts to Foster School Community and Student Engagement

Outline

Introduction; 3-5 minutes
1. Welcome & Session Overview
Briefly introduce the title and objectives of the
session.
2. Explain the power of digital storytelling and its
relevance to education.
3. Highlight the two key focus areas: teacher-
generated podcasts and student-generated
podcasts.
4. Engagement Question: Ask participants: “How
familiar are you with podcasts? Have you ever
used podcasts in your school or classroom?”

Teacher-Generated Podcasts (7-10 minutes)
1. Role of Teacher Podcasts
a. How educators can use podcasts to highlight
district programs
b. Give examples of districts/schools
successfully using podcasts to connect with
families and communities
2. Practical Applications
a. Ways to share success stories, address
challenges, and build partnerships with
parents, the local community, and other
stakeholders.
3. Key Takeaways
a. Actionable steps for starting a teacher
podcast
b. Tips for promoting the podcast to families
and community members

Student-Generated Podcasts (7-10 minutes)
1. Why Student Podcasts?
a. Explain how podcasts can serve as an
alternative assessment tool and collaborative
project
b. Highlight the skills students develop: critical
thinking, communication, creativity, and
collaboration
2. Practical Implementation
a. Walk through how to integrate podcasting
into the curriculum, including project
examples
b. Discuss how to scaffold and support students
during podcast creation
3. Resource Bank
a. Explain how student podcasts can be
compiled and reused in future classes,
creating a repository of authentic content for
educators"

Interactive Activity (5 minutes)
1. Brainstorm Session: In small groups, participants
brainstorm podcast ideas relevant to their own
schools or classrooms. Groups can share out
ideas

Conclusion and Actionable Steps (2-5 minutes)
1. Summarize key points
a. Benefits for podcasting for both teachers and
students
b. Practical ways to implement podcasts to
foster engagement and build community
2. Resources
a. Information provided regarding the various
tools we use for podcasting
3. Closing Thoughts
a. Encouraging participants to take a step
toward implementing podcasting in their
classes, schools, and district

Supporting research

DIY Podcasting
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The Power of Podcasts
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