Sep 21 2007
What does a good Economics podcast sound like?
Published by Jason Welker at 11:22 am under
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WikipediaHere’s some examples of good economics related podcasts. Pay attention to the similarities, such as the interviews, smoothly edited transitions, introductions and conclusions, etc. A good podcast follows a similar structure to a good essay, it uses quotes (interviews) strategically to support evidence of the main ideas.
Some of these podcasts are longer than others. Remember, you’re only expected to make a 3-5 minute podcast exploring ONE topic related in SOME way to our class. Economics, of course, is part of our everyday life. Find one way economics is visible in YOUR life, grab a recorder, go out and interview people and put together a story that illustrates how we are LIVING economics!
About the author: Jason Welker is a teacher at Zurich International School in Switzerland, where he teaches Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate Economics. In addition to maintaining numerous online resources for economics student and educators, Jason developed the online version of the IB Economics course for Virtual High School and is currently authoring a textbook for IB Economics students for Pearson Baccalaureate which will be available in Spring of 2011. His economics student wiki won the 2007 "Best Educational Wiki" award from the "EduBlog Awards". 
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Do you like what you read on this blog? The author is currently working on an Economics textbook that will be available to order in Spring 2011. For more information, click above.
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