Podagogy - iPod therefore I learn

Key members of the university's performing arts staff are currently involved in a cutting edge technology project, Podagogy, that focuses on the use of iPods and related software to support students in all performing arts disciplines.

The primary aim of the research team is to consider:

• Use of iPod technology as a learning tool
• How iPods and podcasting can be used in teaching
• How these new tools can be used to promote student learning
• iPods as a tool for assessment and feedback

A variety of iniatives have been undertaken to explore this project further and our staff have presented at key conferences to promote this unique product.

For example, the dance department have made dance films for the iPod, other members of the team have made podcasts to support music lectures, used iPods as part of promenade performance in drama and documenting lectures to download to iPods or MP3 players.