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Where Knowledge Junkies Get Their Fix
We’ve covered free stuff on the iTunes Store before, including some higher education content. But did you know there’s a whole directory of educational podcasts, including higher education content?
Unlike the “sold by the store but free” content we mentioned last time, these podcasts should be available worldwide, not just in the US. Your humble blogger recommends Grammar Girl’s Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing (yes, this is the second time we’ve plugged this podcast) and TED Talks (video) (an audio version is also available).
Do you have a favorite educational podcast?
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For anyone who’s ever considered taking conversational Japanese, or just wants to brush up on a long-forgotten skill, JapanesePod101 is fantastic – easy, fun, educational. I’ve been a long time listener since the outset, and you can start with their earliest, most basic lessons or skip ahead (they’ve got over 150 lessons in categories like Survival Lessons – for someone who needs to learn quick! before they go to Japan, Beginner Lessons, Intermediate Lessons, Culture Lessons, and even occasional videos). I’ve also heard good things about ChinesePod101, but have never tried it out. Additionally, their website has corresponding text files and other learning materials to help you on your way! As a huge fan (and I promise I’m not someone not employed by anyone affiliated with either of the ‘pods’) I totally recommend podcast fans to check it out.
posted by Kristin on 3-16-2007 at 10:06 am
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary just started offering free podcasts of Chapel services. Currently, you can download services dating back to August 2006. Some of the speakers featured are Dr. Jerry Falwell, Founder and Chancellor of Liberty University; Dr. R. Philip Roberts, President of MBTS; Dr. Craig A. Evans, Scroll Scholar, N.T. Professor, Accadia Divinity College, Canada; and Mr. Phillip Cosby, Executive Director, National Coaliton for the Protection of Children and Families.
posted by Laura on 3-16-2007 at 10:36 am
Erm, I meant to say I promise I’m not someone employed by – not a double negative, which would imply that I am employed there. Which I’m not (I swear!). I’m just tired!
posted by Kristin on 3-16-2007 at 12:51 pm
It’s not a podcast, but I thought I’d mention MIT’s OpenCourseWare site. It’s basically free access to MIT course materials for educators or people who want to teach themselves a subject. I’ve used it a few times and it’s pretty cool if you ask me…
ocw.mit.edu
posted by Jason! on 3-16-2007 at 1:30 pm