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Course Name: Podcast and Feature Production (RAMP 5004)

Academic Period: 2023 - 2024

Faculty:


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Associate Dean:
Annetta Latham
annetta.latham@humber.ca

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Land Acknowledgement

Humber College is located within the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit. Known as Adoobiigok [A-doe-bee-goke], the “Place of the Alders” in Michi Saagiig [Mi-Chee Saw-Geeg] language, the region is uniquely situated along Humber River Watershed, which historically provided an integral connection for Anishinaabe [Ah-nish-nah-bay], Haudenosaunee [Hoeden-no-shownee], and Wendat [Wine-Dot] peoples between the Ontario Lakeshore and the Lake Simcoe/Georgian Bay regions. Now home to people of numerous nations, Adoobiigok continues to provide a vital source of interconnection for all.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber (Humber) are leaders in providing a learning, working and living environment that recognizes and values equity, diversity and inclusion in all its programs and services. Humber commits to reflect the diversity of the communities the College serves. Students, faculty, support and administrative staff feel a sense of belonging and have opportunities to be their authentic selves.

Faculty or Department Faculty of Media & Creative Arts
Program(s)
Radio and Media Production (RM511)
Course Name: Podcast and Feature Production (RAMP 5004)
Pre-Requisites none
Co-Requisites none
Pre-Requisites for none
Equates none
Restrictions none
Credit Value 3
Total Course Hours 42
Developed By: Prepared By: Approved by:
Annetta Latham

Humber Learning Outcomes (HLOs) in this course.

The HLOs are a cross-institutional learning outcomes strategy aimed at equipping Humber graduates with the employability skills, mindsets, and values they need to succeed in the future of work. To explore all the HLOs, please consult the Humber Learning Outcomes framework.

  • A white tree with roots, branches, and leaves appearing in an orange and green circleEquity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
  • A white butterlfy flying into the centre of a blue circleSustainability
  • A white beaver appearing in a purple circleSystems Thinking
  • A white canoe rowing into a red circleCritical Thinking
  • A white bee walking towards the centre of an orange circleCollaboration
  • A white howling coyote in a green circleCommunication
  • A white bat in flight and sound waves fly in from the left side into the centre of a blue circleDigital Fluency
  • A white sun spinning into an orange circleInnovation
  • A white soaring eagle flying into the centre of a blue circleProfessionalism
  • A white beaver falling from the top of a purple and yellow circle to the centre of the circleStrategic Problem-Solving

Course Description

In this course, students are introduced to the application of basic studio and audio control techniques to the production of audio material for broadcast, podcast and other means of distribution, combined with developing skills in basic announcing. Students produce their own commercials, public service announcements, podcasts and other audio products, working with approved writing from RAMP 5003.

Course Rationale

Podcasts, programs and elements for broadcast and other audio media products must be created specifically in line with the needs of channels over which they will be distributed and the needs of the intended listener.

Program Outcomes Emphasized in this Course

Radio and Media Production (RM511)

  1. Tell informative and entertaining stories using audio and other related digital media suitable for dissemination via various media.

  2. Make innovative audio media applying historical traditions and emerging societal imperatives for a variety of audiences.

  3. Comply with regulatory obligations and ethical practices in the radio business.

  4. Produce audio and other digital content using appropriate software and hardware.

Accreditation Standards

N/A

Course Learning Method(s)

  • Project Based Learning
  • Lecture

Learning Outcomes

  • Differentiate between the editorial and technical needs of a feature produced for podcast or broadcast
  • Define the elements needed to produce a successful podcast
  • Explain current trends in style and content in podcast and Radio feature production
  • Defend an original proposal for creation of an audio feature
  • Produce a variety of scripted audio features for specified purposes
  • Edit scripts and audio while determining the most relevant information and content
  • Maintain professional standards by following industry and regulatory requirements in the production of audio elements

Assessment Weighting

Assessment Weight
In-class Exercise 5%
Reflective Journal 5%
Podcast 35%
Presentation 20%
Recorded Creative Work 35%
Total 100%

Modules of Study

Module Course Learning Outcomes Resources Assessments
1.Introduction to podcasting
  • Differentiate between the editorial and technical needs of a feature produced for podcast or broadcast
  • Define the elements needed to produce a successful podcast
  • Explain current trends in style and content in podcast and Radio feature production
  • Defend an original proposal for creation of an audio feature

Presentation, listening to podcast samples
  • A1 – Podcast brainstorm group project and in-class presentation.
2.Podcast Production
  • Produce a variety of scripted audio features for specified purposes
  • Edit scripts and audio while determining the most relevant information and content

Pitches, feedback, discussions
  • A3 – Produce Episode 1 of three-show season.
3.Spots, PSA’s, pre-rolls and mid-rolls
  • Define the elements needed to produce a successful podcast
  • Explain current trends in style and content in podcast and Radio feature production
  • Produce a variety of scripted audio features for specified purposes
  • Edit scripts and audio while determining the most relevant information and content
  • Maintain professional standards by following industry and regulatory requirements in the production of audio elements

Script from RAMP 5003; listening to audio
  • A4 – Produce a 30-second spot for radio to promote your A3 podcast based on approved script from RAMP 5003.
4.Episodes, seasons and serialization
  • Produce a variety of scripted audio features for specified purposes
  • Edit scripts and audio while determining the most relevant information and content
  • Maintain professional standards by following industry and regulatory requirements in the production of audio elements

Presentation, listening to samples
  • A5 – Produce Episode 2 of three-show season incorporating A4 spot.
5.Where radio features and podcasts meet
  • Differentiate between the editorial and technical needs of a feature produced for podcast or broadcast
  • Explain current trends in style and content in podcast and Radio feature production
  • Produce a variety of scripted audio features for specified purposes
  • Edit scripts and audio while determining the most relevant information and content
  • Maintain professional standards by following industry and regulatory requirements in the production of audio elements

Presentation, listening to provided radio features
  • A6 – Produce a four-minute radio feature complementary to your podcast series
  • A8 - In-class Assignments

Supplemental Resources

Name

Cupido, Amanda (2018) Let's Talk Podcasting. Toronto, PPS Publishing. ISBN: 9781988994079 

Abel, Jessica (2015) Out on the Wire. Crown. ISBN: 9780385348447

Additional Tools and Equipment

  • Microphone, laptop, audio software, headphones for audio recording and production

Essential Skills

Section Skills Measurement Details
Communication
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Speaking
  • Listening
  • Presenting
 Reinforce and measure
  • Through reading scripts and listening to associated audio productions.
  • Through course assignments.
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
  • Evaluating
  • Creative and Innovative Thinking
 Teach and measure
  • Through student pitches for proposed shows and execution of their productions.
  • Through the success of produced audio works.
Information Management
  • Gathering and managing information
  • Selecting and using appropriate tools and technology for a task or project
  • Computer literacy
 Teach and measure
  • Students must pitch audio production projects, research their subject, and manage amounts of text and audio information to be incorporated into their projects.
  • Through the success of course assignments.

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) is the formal evaluation and credit-granting process whereby candidates may obtain credits for prior learning. Prior learning includes the knowledge competencies and skills acquired, in both formal and informal ways, outside of post-secondary education. Candidates may have their prior learning evaluated against the course learning outcomes as defined in the course outline.

To find out if this course is eligible for PLAR, and how this learning would be assessed, please contact the Program Coordinator for more details.

Academic Regulations

It is the student's responsibility to be aware of the College Academic Regulations. The Academic Regulations apply to all applicants to Humber and all current students enrolled in any program or course offered by Humber, in any location. Information about academic appeals is found in the Academic Regulations.  

Anti-Discrimination Statement

At Humber College, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. Students and employees have the right to study, live and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance on concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion or the Office of Student Conduct.

Accessible Learning Services

Humber strives to create a welcoming environment for all students where equity, diversity and inclusion are paramount. Accessible Learning Services facilitates equal access for students with disabilities by coordinating academic accommodations and services.  Staff in Accessible Learning Services are available by appointment to assess specific needs, provide referrals and arrange appropriate accommodations. If you require academic accommodations, contact:

Accessible Learning Services

North Campus: (416) 675-6622 X5090

Lakeshore Campus: (416) 675-6622 X3331 

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is essentially honesty in all academic endeavors. Academic integrity requires that students avoid all forms of academic misconduct or dishonesty, including plagiarism, cheating on tests or exams or any misrepresentation of academic accomplishment.

Disclaimer

While every effort is made by the professor/faculty to cover all material listed in the outline, the order, content, and/or evaluation may change in the event of special circumstances (e.g. time constraints due to inclement weather, sickness, college closure, technology/equipment problems or changes, etc.). In any such case, students will be given appropriate notification in writing, with approval from the Senior Dean (or designate) of the Faculty.

Copyright

Copyright is the exclusive legal right given to a creator to reproduce, publish, sell or distribute his/her work. All members of the Humber community are required to comply with Canadian copyright law which governs the reproduction, use and distribution of copyrighted materials. This means that the copying, use and distribution of copyright- protected materials, regardless of format, is subject to certain limits and restrictions. For example, photocopying or scanning an entire textbook is not allowed, nor is distributing a scanned book.

See the Humber Libraries website for additional information regarding copyright and for details on allowable limits.

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