Getting started in educational podcasting
For teachers
For students
Prepare
1
Choose your topic
Pick one idea from your lesson. Keep it small. One topic = one episode.
Example: "Today we talk about fake news — what it is and how to spot it."
2
Write a simple outline
Use bullet points, not a full script. Write: hook → main idea → example → key message → goodbye.
5 bullet points max
no need to be perfect
3
Assign student roles
Give each student a job: host, researcher, editor, or sound person. Rotate roles each episode.
This builds teamwork and makes sure everyone is involved.
Record
4
Set up a quiet space
Find a quiet corner, close doors, use a simple headset. No special studio needed.
phone mic is ok
Audacity is free
5
Do one practice run
Record a short test first. Listen together. Ask: Is it clear? Too fast? Hard to hear?
Share & Improve
6
Give simple feedback
After each episode, ask the class two questions: What was good? What can we improve next time?
Keep feedback positive. Students learn more when they feel safe to try again.
7
Share with the school
Post the episode on your school website or class page. Let parents and other classes listen.
real audience = real motivation
Before you record
1
Pick your topic
Choose ONE idea you want to explain. Ask yourself: what do I find interesting about this?
Good question to start: "Did you know that...?" — use it as your opening line!
2
Write your bullet points
Write 5–7 short bullet points. Don't write every word — just the key ideas. Talk naturally.
hook
main idea
example
key message
goodbye
3
Read it out loud once
Practice before you record. Is it easy to say? Does it sound natural? Change anything that feels hard.
Time to record
4
Find a quiet place
Go somewhere without noise. Close windows, turn off fans. Hold your phone 15–20 cm from your mouth.
Put a jacket or towel over your head and phone — it reduces echo!
5
Speak slowly and smile
Talk like you are telling a story to a friend. Slow down. Smiling makes your voice sound warmer.
3–5 minutes total
it's ok to make mistakes
After you record
6
Listen to yourself
Play it back. Is it clear? Can you hear yourself well? Fix any part that is hard to understand.
7
Share and be proud
You made something real! Share your episode with your class. Ask: what did they learn from listening?
Every episode you make, you get better. Keep going!