Podcast/Vodcast Rubric

Name: Add your name here Date: mm/dd/yy

Name of Podcast/Vodcast: Add title here

Podcast/Vodcast Creator: Add name here

Podcast/Vodcast URL: Add Web address here

Yes / No / N/A
1. Is the content appropriate for your current area of study?
2. Does the podcast/vodcast add to or enhance your current lesson plan?
3. Does the content and production of the podcast/vodcast meet school and community standards for acceptable use in your school?
4. Is the content of the podcast/vodcast well organized and easy to follow?
5. Is the content of the podcast/vodcast compelling enough to hold the attention of your audience?
6. Is the podcast/vodcast in a digital format that works for your classroom?
7. Was the podcast/vodcast produced by a source you consider credible?
8. Is the podcast/vodcast a good method for your students to use when learning about this topic?
9. Is the podcast/vodcast supported by additional online content (a Web site with further resources or archives, for example)?
10. Does the podcast/vodcast include any usage rights that limit the broadcast or distribution of content?
11. Does the podcast/vodcast make appropriate use of copyrighted music or images?
Comments:
Adapted from Educator’s Podcast Guide, Bard Williams (ISTE, 2007)

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