When deciding on the format of this assignment, I grappled with creating my own podcast and embedding it into another modality that included a visual component. This seems to be what others have done in previous terms. However, after some thought, I decided to share with you the podcast, as is. The main reason for this is because when reflecting on the popularity and essence of podcasts, one of the very reasons they have become so popular is that they cater to this mobile society where they can be listened to during periods of time that reading and watching are not possible or convenient. So, I really wanted to model this and maintain the essence of what I present in the podcast…about podcasts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another preamble thought before you listen, the podcast is over 6 minutes (it’s just under 8 minutes). There is a segment in there that includes me talking about my own experience and isn’t tied to literature or true critical analysis that I thought about removing (it would have shortened the audio to under 6 minutes). However, again, I feel that one of the important draws to podcasts is the informal and personable nature they have. People like to hear other people’s stories. So I let it be with that in mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With that said, my A1 project explores the rising popularity of the now billion-dollar industry of podcasts and why this has come to be. Because of their growing relevance, I also explore and reflect on why they belong in education. I hope you enjoy it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n