Focal Press Podcasting Between Entertainment and Education: Balancing Media Industry Expectations within Educational Contexts (Education Through Podcasting)

Podcasting Between Entertainment and Education explores the critical and conceptual foundations that make podcasting an increasingly valuable and appealing tool for teaching, learning and assessment and suggests how it can be effectively integrated into different educational settings. The book introduces key concepts for embedding audio into curricula, unpacks debates shaping the use of podcasting in education, and examines case studies from a range of disciplines. Bringing together theory and practical insights, the book bridges the gap between entertainment and learning using real-life examples from academics and practitioners from across the world. Supported by a dedicated podcast series that showcases best-practice examples as well as interviews that extend the discussion beyond the page, Podcasting Between Entertainment and Education is an essential read for those interested in the evolving relationship between podcasting and learning whether they are an educator looking to introduce podcasting into the classroom, a researcher exploring its impact or a media professional interested in its educational potential. This book is ideal for educators seeking to incorporate podcasting into their teaching, researchers investigating its impact, and media professionals interested in its educational applications.