Podcasting

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School:

School of Arts and Humanities

Credit Rating:

Level (including FHEQ):

I (FHEQ Level 5)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2022-09-01

Module Leader:

Caroline Pringle

Version Number

2023.01

Learning Methods

Practical Classes and Demonstrations

Guided Independent Study

Requirements

Recommended Prior Study

Professional Body Requirements

Broadcast Journalism Training Council

Synopsis

This module gives you an understanding of the technical, legal and professional standards involved in planning, producing and publishing digital audio content, with a focus on podcasting. You will develop advanced skills in creative audio storytelling and editing. You will take part in creating a podcast, and will develop abilities … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

The module will run via weekly practical classes that deliver teaching, directed practical activities and group work. Students will be expected to listen to a range of podcasts covering both fiction and non-fiction output, and to understand the specific needs of this type of content creation in developing their own material. Students will also be expected to carry out guided independent study in the form of regular tasks that cover specific audio listening, practical exercises, and tasks relating to assessments. Sessions will be provided – where appropriate by industry professionals – in the development of podcasting skills and the understanding of key concepts in creating and distributing online audio, as well as in specific professional technical skills and techniques. Students’ individual work will be assessed in group workshops to reinforce learning experiences. Students will work in groups to further develop and enhance podcasting and team skills. Students’ learning will be supported using the University’s VLE which will contain information about the module including relevant course documentation and supporting materials.

Outline Syllabus

Students will engage in a broad range of theories and topics, including, but not limited to: Advanced audio editing skills; Developing skills in operating radio studios, audio recorders and associated production software;Gathering and recording audio, including on location;Using sound effects and music in audio production;Developing skills in creating audio soundscapes;Using … For more content click the Read More button below.

Students will engage in a broad range of theories and topics, including, but not limited to:

Advanced audio editing skills;

Developing skills in operating radio studios, audio recorders and associated production software;
Gathering and recording audio, including on location;
Using sound effects and music in audio production;
Developing skills in creating audio soundscapes;
Using a content management system to publish audio work;
Planning and creating a podcast as part of a small group;
Creating and sharing online promotional content;
Awareness and understanding of the wide range of audio available in the digital world;
Media law, ethics and regulation as they relate to podcasting and the publication and distribution of online audio content;
Consuming and analysing a variety of podcasts, including non-fiction and fiction output;
Developing knowledge of key platforms in the distribution of podcasts.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will

be able to recognise technical, professional and creative dimensions of digital audio production, including podcasting.

be able to recognise ethical and legal issues involved in digital audio production, including podcasts.

be able to assess the position of podcasting in the socio-political and technological landscape.

be able to devise and produce digital audio content, including podcasts.

be able to demonstrate advanced skills in using audio editing software.

be able to originate and produce online promotional content.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Project work

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Project Work

Assessment 2: Project Work

Description:Assessment 2 is the contribution to a group podcast project. Each student will be assessed individually and must submit the podcast audio itself along with individually-prepared supporting documents and promotional content.

Assessment Weight:50

Assessment Length:2500 Words (Equivalent Word Count)

Module Learning Outcomes:MLO1, MLO2, MLO3, MLO4, MLO5, MLO6

Individual or Group:Individual

Final Assessment Component:Yes

Marked Anonymously:No

Eligible for Tutor Reassessment:No

Assessment Criteria

The module will be graded in line with the University regulations. The assessment criteria will be those used by the Media, Journalism and Film subject area, designed in accordance with the appropriate Benchmark document, and made available to students in module handbooks and on assessment briefs.

My Reading

Reading List

Indicative texts:

Berry, R. (2016). Part of the establishment: Reflecting on 10 years of podcasting as an audio medium. Convergence: The International Journal of Research into New Media Technologies, 22(6), 661–671. https://doi.org/10.1177/1354856516632105

Bottomley, A. J. (2015). Podcasting, Welcome to Night Vale, and the Revival of Radio Drama. Journal of Radio & Audio Media, 22(2), 179–189. https://doi.org/10.1080/19376529.2015.1083370

Chantler, P., & Hollins, P. (2018). Keep it Legal: The Law for Radio, Podcasting and Social Media.

Dilworth, A., & Biewen, J. (2017). Reality Radio: Telling True Stories in Sound (2nd ed.). University of North Carolina Press.

McLeish, R., & Link, J. (2016). Radio production. Focal Press.

Course and Module Catalogue

Podcasting - AIC2122