Bronwyn Allan takes over this episode of theMediaPod and interviews Ross Monaghan about the use of podcasting in education.

Bronwyn is a year 12 student at Tintern Girls Grammar School in Ringwood, Victoria, and is writing an essay on “the potential benefits and problems of Podcasts in tertiary education”. She approached theMediaPod as part of her research into the topic and decided to podcast the interview as part of the experience (with permission from her parents and teachers).

It’s a great example of how to use technology creatively in education. Rather than just sharing information with just a one, or a small number of people, podcasting research and school work (with permission of course) allows a greater number from around the world to access the information. It also adds a new dimension to study. Rather than just writing about podcasting, using the technology, Bronwyn has actually produced a podcast, and had some fun along the way. Ross and Bronwyn hope you enjoy this special episode.

If you’re an educator or student who has had a similar experience, why not leave us a comment? We’d love to hear from you.

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How do you get your first articles published? Are there any secrets out there for new players? Colleen Murrell spoke to three of her former Deakin students - Katherine Wilson (left), Nick Townsend (centre) and Liz Shingleton, who all managed to get their university assignments published. Katherine went on to win the 2006 ‘Sensis Award for Student Journalism’, judged by The Melbourne Press Club. Nick won the ‘Just Super Student Journalist of the Year Award‘, given by the Walkley Foundation. And Liz is continuing to write for ‘Equity’, the magazine that gave her that first crucial break.

Technorati Tags: Deakin University, freelance, journalism, The Melbourne Press Club, Walkly Foundation, Equity