Create a Podcast for Spotify! Podcast & Audio Production for Teens (8 Weeks)
Empower your teen to become a skilled storyteller and audio producer in this hands-on podcasting course, culminating in a fully produced episode, perfect for college applications and portfolios!
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What's included
8 live meetings
16 in-class hoursAssignments
1-2 hours per week. Throughout the course of 8 weeks, you will be working on developing, recording, and editing one episode for your podcast. The assignments are created to help you create an engaging, and professional sounding podcast.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner - Intermediate Level
🎤 Record, edit, and publish a podcast episode in just 8 weeks! 🎤 Publish a podcast to enhance your student's🌟college applications🌟 Many teens have big ideas, unique stories, and a desire to share their voice, but they don’t know how to channel that creativity into a tangible project. This course solves that problem by teaching the technical skills and creative processes needed to create a professional podcast from start to finish. Over 8 weeks, students will master the essentials of podcasting, including scripting, conducting interviews, recording, and using professional tools like podcast microphones and sound editing software. Each session blends engaging mini-lessons, hands-on practice, and collaboration, giving learners the confidence to bring their unique stories to life. By the end of the course, they will have published their polished podcast episode on Spotify—a finished product they can proudly showcase to friends, family, or even college admissions. This course is designed for teens ready to build confidence, develop real-world communication skills, and transform their passions into a creative, impactful project. This class is an excellent opportunity for students to enhance their🌟college applications🌟 by showcasing creativity, dedication, and advanced storytelling skills. Completing an original podcast episode demonstrates the ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and follow through on complex projects—qualities that colleges highly value. Plus, by publically sharing a polished piece of work on Spotify, students can include in portfolios or use it to write about in supplemental essays.
Learning Goals
demonstrate the use of podcasting equipment, such as microphones, and audio editing software to record and edit audiogenerate creative ideas for podcast topics and guests based on their interests
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Podcasting
Explore the world of podcasting! We'll listen to inspiring examples, learn what makes a great podcast, and brainstorm your unique podcast idea. By the end of the session, you’ll draft a concept for your episode and define your audience. 120 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Storytelling
This week, we’ll dive deeper into identifying compelling podcast topics that align with your passions and resonate with your audience. Through group discussions and brainstorming exercises, you’ll narrow down a specific topic for your episode. Next, we’ll explore the importance of guests in podcasting and what makes someone an ideal guest for your chosen topic. By the end of the session, you’ll have a clear topic and a list of potential guests to approach for your interview. 120 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Audio Production Basics
In this lesson, we'll review techniques to achieve high-quality audio for your podcast. We’ll cover microphone placement, reducing background noise, and recording software basics. You’ll record test audio to practice what you’ve learned. 120 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Mastering the Art of the Interview
This week, we'll learn how to conduct engaging interviews by crafting insightful questions and practicing active listening. We'll also cover the technical side, including how to record your interviews using your microphone and recording software. You'll then prep for your upcoming interviews by writing questions for your interview an practicing with your classmates. 120 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
Course is designed to support students with unique learning needs, including ADHD, Dyslexia, and ASD, by offering step-by-step instruction and a flexible, engaging environment
Parental Guidance
Students will be recording their interviews outside of class, and may need parent support when coordinating an interview with the guests. Students will be encouraged to interview friends and family members within their circle and may need parental help in coordinating the time and space.
We will be using the free audio editing program, Descript, and students may need help creating an account.
We will be listening to age-appropriate podcasts. These audio clips will be screened via screen share, so students won’t need external access.
Pre-Requisites
No prior experience or prerequisites are required for course. Learners of all skill levels are welcome to join
Supply List
To complete the class, students will need the following materials: - A laptop or device with internet access - Audio recording software - Audacity (FREE) or equivalent software (Audition, Garageband, etc.) - USB Microphone to connect to computer - Commonly available on Amazon for $20-$50
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
- Podcast - We will be listening to age-appropriate podcasts in order to better understand specific elements of storytelling and audio production.
Joined November, 2024
New on Outschool
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Film/Cinema/Video Studies from Columbia University
Bachelor's Degree in Film/Cinema/Video Studies from Grand Valley State University
I am a skilled film production sound mixer and audio producer/engineer. With over 10 years of experience, I have honed her skills in recording, editing, and mixing audio to deliver high-quality sound for film and audio productions. I have worked on a wide variety of projects, ranging from independent films to large-scale productions, and have collaborated with many talented filmmakers and podcast hosts.Reviews
Live Group Course
$50
weekly or $400 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
120 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
6-12 learners per class
