Blogging and podcasting in Colchester

Today as part of my SSAT Languages Lead Practitioner work, I was in Colchester showing six keen MFL teachers how to blog and podcast with TypePad and Audacity. It was a great experience and the atmosphere was buzzing throughout the day. Each delegate even got to take home their own Logitech microphone headset so they could carry on practicing at home which was a nice touch.

Having a small group worked really well as it meant everyone could ask as many questions as they wanted and I had the time to answer them all in full and without hesitation. The day seemed to whizz by and before I knew it everyone had created their own podcast and blog and were looking forward to spreading the word to their respective departments.

Three of the charming delegates agreed to share their thoughts at the end and you can hear what they said by clicking on the link below.

Download Feedback_from_Colchester

A special thanks to Lorraine Hunt for her support and help in promoting the event locally, the ICT department at St Benedict's College for ensuring everything ran smoothly on the day and the great caterers for providing us with a lovely spread, particularly the warm bacon butties this morning. A personal highlight!

Of course the proof of the pudding will be if delegates build on what they've learnt and continue to collaborate with each other in the future. Judging by the positive reaction today, I have every confidence this is exactly what will happen and that this is only the beginning of an exciting journey for teachers and pupils in Colchester. Job done and fingers crossed!

 

Comments

[Steph Rudkin]

Thanks for an enjoyable day.I had a great day and now feel inspired to use the ideas with my classes. Can't wait to get started.

[Melissa]

Thanks for a really great training day. Have already secured funding for an iriver and a MFL blog! Now just got to get started!!

[Lorraine]

Many thanks for an excellent day-it was really inspiring and I aim to put all the practical advice to good use right away! We're also going to sort our blog subscription out and get going as soon as we can!

[Joe Dale]

Thanks for your lovely comments. I really enjoyed the day and was seriously buzzing afterwards. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you need any help.

:)

[Johannes Ahrenfelt]

Hi,

Podcasting really is a great tool for learning and not only for younger pupils. I have used podcasting with my Sixth Form students and they gained a lot from the whole process of planning, writing, creating and finally producing their own mini radio shows.