F.+Evaluate

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 * //Project Coordinators: Amy, Lisa & Maria //**



=Podcasting for Education =

__Methods__
As has been documented, the school district is comprised of people from various "innovator levels." While some people are well versed in podcasting, others have never heard of it or know what it means. If a person likes an idea but finds it very challenging to execute, the adopter gives up. On the other hand, if a person does not like an idea, they may never try it. But, if that person is influenced to try it and has ability, that person might become an adopter. Adoption depends on many internal and external factors.

Below are several examples of methods to evaluate podcasting diffusion and podcast use. The questionnaire and rubric will aid the teacher and student stay on task while producing a podcast. Skill is created with experience. Amateurs are encouraged to start small before moving on to bigger projects. We run the risk of giving up on an adoption when we put our standards too high before putting enough practice in place. The best advice is to start small, have fun, and podcast frequently - this will help the adoption stay in place.

__Pre-Podcasting Survey__
This survey is used to identify faculty and staff knowledge regarding podcasting in general. This survey, in conjunction with the Online Technology Skills Assessment for Teachers, will be used as a reference point when initializing training.

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__Teacher Questionnaire__
After making a podcast during the workshop, the teachers will fill out the questionnaire to evaluate training. If several teachers express a problem when making their podcast, it will demonstrate a need to correct or improve the training. The teachers will also complete this questionnaire after presenting/making available their created podcast to the class. This questionnaire aids in the reflection process for self-improvement.



__Student Rubric__
The rubric will be used by the adoptive teachers to evaluate if the students are successfully understanding and utilizing podcast.