This document provides guidance for using Gabcast, a podcasting platform, in the classroom. It outlines when podcasting could be used, such as for reminders from teachers, parent updates, or student summaries of classwork. Basic instructions are given for creating an account, recording an episode, and sharing it through a URL, embedding code, or RSS subscription. Teachers are encouraged to start simple by posting one episode and sharing the link before exploring additional features.

1. Gab On! Using Gabcast in the Classroom! Presented by Aly Tapp PETE&C 2008

2. http://educationalgabcast.wikispaces.com

3. When Would I Use This? Reminders from Teacher Parent Updates from Teacher Student Summary of Class (Rotate) Basic Podcasting Student Response Student Group Report

4. Basic How-To

5. Create Account and then New Channel

6. Fill in the Information

7. Follow On-screen Instructions

8. After I record an Episode…what next?

9. Use the URL Provide it directly -- listeners go to Gabcast site Provide it as a link from your blog, wiki, moodle, or other website (click and go) Example: http://www.gabcast.com/index.php?a=episodes&id=17349

10. Grab the code and Embed in Wiki, Blog, etc.

11. Embedded in Wiki Looks Like This:

12. Subscribe via RSS (Many options)

13. I use google reader

14. Get Ideas from FAQ

15. Overwhelmed? Start simple Create channel and post an episode Share the URL Explore

16. Underwhelmed? Sorry… Eat some chocolate!

17. Network: Make Contact Email: [email_address] Skype: aly.tapp Twitter: alytapp