Computer-Assisted Language Learning

CALL (IDE 310)

Lecturer : Dr. Fidel ÇAKMAK

prepared by: Hasan KESKİN(11-285-044)

What is podcast ?

podcast :

    It is simply an audio or a video program on the web which is usually updated at regular intervals. It can be listened on the computer or downloaded for later listening.

Types of Podcasts:

-radio podcasts (such ass BBC radio programs )

-indepented podcasts ( Web-based podcasts)

ELT Podcasts:

-ELT podcasts can be used for intensive and exstensive listening activities.

-Podcasts offer students  a wide  range of possibilities for extra listening both inside and outside of the classroom.

-Both teachers and students can produce their own podcasts for classroom activities.

-Podcasts are a motivating way for students to improve their speaking and listening skills.

-It can be an indivudual podcast or a group podcast (collaboration).

What is the Audacity?

Audacity :

-It is a free audio editing and recording computer programme.

-With Audacity, you can edit record live audio, cut, copy or mix sounds together and change the speed of a recording.