As part of my Graduate Diploma in Secondary Education degree at Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia, I am taking a course called, "New Learning". In this course, we are exploring new technologies and the pedagogical applications to teaching and learning. You can check out our class wiki and learn about the areas that we are all investigating.
I have decided to explore the use of podcasting in languages other than English in order to support the mother tongue development of children who do not speak English as their first language. I would like to podcast popular children's literature, translated into different languages so that children can access these stories in their mother tongues. I feel it is vital for schools and communities to support these children's efforts to maintain their mother tongues.
My interest in this area grew out of my work with the International Baccalaureate Organization and my current position at Mowbray College in Caroline Springs, Australia.
I need to investigate the copyright issues related to podcasting. I plan to look into this in the next week, so check back for updates.
As I learn more and work towards my goal, I will update my blog, at least once a week.
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