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FETC 2008 Coverage
iTunes U--Educators Do 'Cool Stuff' with Technology
1/24/2008
"Production takes time," said Perez.
Perez concluded by offering some suggestions when creating a podcast for iTunes U. Paramount was careful attention to the type of file your software is producing. "Windows Media 10/11 doesn't work," he said. Perez recommended the free tools Videora iPod Converter and Metadata Hootenanny, as well as the paid software VisualHub for conversion.
According to the speakers, the podcasting program has provided a variety of benefits to the college. It has allowed faculty members to serve as "virtual guest speakers" for multiple sections, as well as enhanced the use of other instructional technologies, such as video production tools. It has also created a buzz around the university. "I think it has helped establish a reputation for the college [of education] as a technology leader," said Welsh. "We want to get the message out there," he said, "that we do cool stuff with technology."
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