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Say That Again! Using Audio for Authentic Assessment

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Grand Hyatt - Texas Ballroom C

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Session description

Audio assessments capture students' verbal explanations, providing deeper insights into their understanding, reasoning, and communication skills beyond traditional written methods. Learn how to use tools like Adobe Podcast and Vocaroo to capture authentic student understanding. Join us in a hands-on exploration to transform your assessments for meaningful engagement.

Outline

5 min - Welcome & Intros
10 min - Why Audio? How & Why We Use it…[Interactive Presentation]

10 min - Examples of Authentic Assessment [Show & Tell]

10 min - Demonstrate Audio Tools (e.g. Adobe Podcast, Vocaroo, etc) [Interactive Presentation]

10 min - Collaborate and Brainstorm Audio Assessment (using a session template) [Peer-To-Peer Interaction]

10 min - Practice Using Audio Tools & Play with the Programs [Device-Based Activities]

5 min - Closing / Q&A

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Supporting research

RESEARCH ARTICLE: Podcasting for Learning (https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=506b1666-be47-3287-9bfd-518a507899a9)

ARTICLE: What Podcasts Did for Student Engagement in These Schools (https://www.edweek.org/technology/what-podcasts-did-for-student-engagement-in-these-schools/2023/07)

ARTICLE: Teaching the Art of Listening: How to Use Podcasts in the Classroom (https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/teaching-the-art-of-listening-how-to-use-podcasts-in-the-classroom/2017/09)

ARTICLE: 4 Ways Audio Recording Can Boost Classroom Learning (https://www.edutopia.org/discussion/4-ways-audio-recording-can-boost-classroom-learning)

ARTICLE: Amplifying Student Voices With Authentic Media-Making Tasks (https://www.edutopia.org/article/teaching-students-create-media)

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Presenters

Kiera Beddes

Digital Teaching and Learning Specialist

Jordan School District

Session specifications

Topic:

Online Tools, Apps and Resources

TLP:

Yes

Grade level:

6-12

Audience:

Teacher, Technology Coach/Trainer

Attendee devices:

Devices required

Attendee device specification:

Laptop: Chromebook, Mac, PC

Participant accounts, software and other materials:

Adobe Express account

Subject area:

Language Arts, Social Studies or History

ISTE Standards:

For Educators:
Designer

Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.

For Students:
Knowledge Constructor

Curate information from digital resources using a variety of tools and methods to create collections of artifacts that demonstrate meaningful connections or conclusions.

Creative Communicator

Choose the appropriate platforms and digital tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.

TLPs:

Spark Curiosity, Prioritize authentic experiences