The Virtual Studio is an easy to use tool that enables you to record, mix and upload podcasts online. It is accessed wherever there is an internet connection, with no need to download any complicated software. It's so simple and can be used by anyone aged 6 - 60!
You don't need any special kit to get podcasting straightaway; you can use any microphone you like. For great quality we would recommend a professional USB podcasting microphone, such as the Blue Snowflake. A full Radio in Schools account comes with this microphone included.
See Terms of Use for more details
Radio in Schools is a national platform for showcasing and sharing students' work, both at school and in the wider community. It provides a real purpose and audience for learning and allows parents to become involved by listening to their children's podcasts online. It is safe and secure and provides ample space to store large numbers of files.
Once you're a registered user, you can create your very own school homepage. From here you can showcase your pupils' best podcasts, create featured podcasts, post information and blogs about your school and share all this with your local community.
Radio in Schools offers fantastic resources linked to renewed literacy Frameworks and National Curriculum Learning Objectives. These include:
- Hints and Tips from UK Radio Professionals
- Easy to use lesson plans created by experts
- Ideas for workshops and creating podcasts in school
- Suggested assessments for speaking & listening
- Facility to submit your own lesson plans and schemes of work to share with the Radio in Schools community
Read the Evaluation Report - produced in association
with the University of the West of England
(requires adobe acrobat reader )
Radio in Schools is supported by Global Radio - the UK's largest commercial radio network. It provides links to your local radio station, fantastic competitions, radio resources & podcasts, all produced by some of the UK's leading radio professionals.
Radio in Schools accounts come with MCPS / PRS Licenses. Find out more at http://www.mcps-prs-alliance.co.uk
Radio in Schools professionals are available to offer training packages and workshops in your school. For more information and to discuss your requirements, please contact training@radioinschools.co.uk or call 0117 9005388.
Children's safety and security is of paramount importance to Radio in Schools. We use rigorous and robust procedures to maintain the integrity of our site, and to ensure that our users can interact with confidence. We work with the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP) and other partners to follow recommended guidelines on e-safety. For more information visit Thinkuknow.co.uk - the CEOP Centre's online safety centre providing advice and tips for children and adults of all ages.
