SXSW EDU 2023

Podcasts as a Learning Tool with PBS KIDS & PRX

Description:

PBS KIDS & PRX, w/ support of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, run the Ready to Learn Podcast Accelerator. Training for creators making podcasts for kids 2-8 w/ a mission to build skills to succeed in school & life, participants have ranged from a bi-lingual mindfulness show to an interview show featuring Grammy-winning duo 123 Andrés. PBS KIDS & PRX will guide attendees through possibilities & practices of developing podcasts for kids and the potential for intergenerational learning.


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Takeaways

  1. The educational power of audio for kids ages 3-8 and their families and caregivers
  2. How audio can bolster integrated classroom learning, how podcasts may be used in the classroom, & how you can develop your own children’s podcast
  3. Foundations for creating a podcast for kids - podcast development and production for educators

Speakers

  • Mike Russo, Project Manager, Training, PRX
  • Abby Jenkins, Senior Director, Content, PBS KIDS
  • Ed Jenkins, Creator, Ed Jenkins

Organizer

David Cotrone, Director of Public Relations and Communications, Radiotopia from PRX


Meta Information:

  • Tags: creativity, implementation
  • Event: EDU
  • Format: Talk
  • Track: Arts & Storytelling
  • Session Focus Area Early Learning
  • Level: Basic Understanding


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