Podcasting and Computer Science education

Assoc. Professor Tim Bell

Dept. of CSSE, University of Canterbury

Fri Jul 22 15:10:00 NZST 2005 in Room 031, MSCS

Abstract

Podcasting can be loosely defined as making audio recordings (usually something like a radio show) available for download onto portable music players so that it can be listened to when and where the listeners want, particularly during "downtime" such as commuting or exercising.

Podcasting is attractive in the area of education because it provides flexible access to material, and potentially could help students fit more learning into a busy day.

This seminar will look at the potential (both positive and negative) of podcasting, particularly in the context of Computer Science education. Some initial experience will be relayed, and we will discuss how a tap-dancing news-reader and a Computer Science gansta-rapper relate to the flexible learning experience.