Discovering New Tools for

Teenagers like Soundcloud

& Spotify for Prayer &
Reflection
Danielle Arzaga
2020 C3 Conference
August 5 @ 2:15 PM
Session 4 Room 9
Introduction
Danielle Arzaga
1. Providence High School in Burbank, CA
a. Sisters of Providence
2. 5 years of teaching experience
3. More information about me
a. Website daniellearzaga.weebly.com
b. Instagram @ms_arzaga
c. Twitter @msarzagateacher

Copyright Danielle Arzaga 2020

Platforms & Programs

Spotify TwistedWave Soundcloud

Other platforms Free Music & Audio
available example Online platform
iTunes Audio Editor
 1 Introduction
Spotify

Twistedwave &
2
The Plan Soundcloud
Interactive how to

3 Conclusion
Q&A
Spotify
With Spotify, it’s easy to find the right music or podcast for
every moment – on your phone, your computer, your
tablet and more. You can also browse through the
collections of friends, artists, and celebrities, or create a
radio station and just sit back. Soundtrack your life with
Spotify. Subscribe or listen for free.
 Playlists
● Individual blocks/periods
○ Semester
○ Year
● Subject
○ Advent
○ Lent
○ Mediation
○ Relaxing nature sounds
● Method of collection
○ Exit tickets
○ Microsoft Forms
○ Google Form
 Tips for Playlists
● Turn off explicit music
● Music can set the mood for the lesson/subject
● Share link on class learning management system
○ Schoology, Google Classroom, etc
● Top 10 Lists
● Coworkers, friends, students suggestions
 Using Music in the Classroom
● Bellringer/Opening activity ● Discussion starter
○ Listen ○ What’s the song message?
○ Lyrics ○ What do you think the song is about?
● Transitions ○ What is the song really about?
● Playing during online session as students ○ What’s the Church’s teaching?
work on an assignment
 What is a podcast?
● A podcast is a series of spoken word, audio episodes, all focused on a particular topic
or theme.
● More information on podcasts
 Podcasts
● Catholic Inspiration
○ Short homilies on daily readings
● A Rosary Companion
○ 15 minute daily spoken rosary with background music and sounds
● Ask Father Josh
○ Ask Father Josh is the podcast where I hear you out and do my best to help you navigate the
tricky times in life when our Catholic Faith doesn’t give you an easy “fill-in-the blank”
answer. On this show, we’ll listen to one another, problem solve together, and ultimately
entrust everything to our Lord.
 Want to create your own Podcast?
● 5 steps to pick what you should podcast about
● How to Choose an Idea for a Podcast in 10 Steps?
● Podcasting for Beginners: The Complete Guide to Getting Started with Podcasts
● How to Start a Podcast: A Complete Step-By-Step Tutorial
TwistedWave &
Soundcloud
Interactive
How to...

TwistedWave
Free Online
Audio Editor
How to...

Soundcloud
Music & Audio Platform
Q&A
Conclusion
 Thanks
Do you have any questions?

Danielle.Arzaga@providencehigh.org
daniellearzaga.weebly.com

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