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MUSPRA 225 PODCAST PRODUCTION 2 8 Assessment Criteria The learner can: 1.1 Produce a rationale for a podcast of around 10-15 minutes to include: a. subject/topic; b. use and style of music; c. target audience; d. content (e.g. reviews, life style issues etc.). and create a timeline for it. Produce a podcast of around 10-15 minutes based on the timeline produced in 1.1, meeting the following requirements: a. use of recorded speech; b. use of at least one jingle/stinger and one radio/audio sound/effect; c. use of relevant music where appropriate; d. use of ducking to alter the relative volume of tracks if applicable; e. use of a recorded interview; f. use of markers; g. use of accompanying art and weblinks where appropriate h. export the podcast episode as an m4a file Identify 3 different methods for hosting your podcast online, assessing the positives and negatives of each. Consider the success of the podcast created in 1.2 in relation to the specified criteria highlighting strengths and areas for development.

Learning Outcomes The learner will: 1.0 Demonstrate skills to create and produce a podcast and consider its success.

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Additional Information on this Unit Unit purpose and aim(s) The purpose of this unit is to introduce the concept of podcasting production, research hosting techniques and develop skills in content and themes. The aim of the unit is to produce a podcast with music software and assess the success of the production.

Unit expiry date Details of the relationship between the unit and relevant national occupational standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate) Activity undertaken in participating in this unit may be related to the following Key Skills: Communication and ICT, specifically: C1.1 C1.2 C1.3 C2.1 C2.2 C2.3 C2.4 ICT 1.1 ICT 1.3 ICT 2.1 ICT 2.3 PLTS IE1 CT1 CT2 CT3 CT5 CT6 RL2 RL5 SM2 SM3 No NOS relationships N/A

Assessment requirements or guidance specified by a sector or regulatory body (if appropriate) Support for the unit from a SSC or appropriate other body (if required) Location of the unit within the subject/sector classification system Name of the organisation submitting the unit Availability for use

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Category 9 Arts Media and Publishing Sub sector 9.1 Performing Arts. Rockschool Limited

Unit available from Unit guided learning hours 60