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=Welcome to the planning wiki for NIEdChatPodcast!=

The notes below are my first attempt at organising this podcast. Please feel free to suggest alternative ideas, or strategies which you may feel might help the production of the podcast. Also feel free to improve the layout or wording of this wiki!


 * What is it?**

It is hoped to produce and publish a regular podcast for the Northern Ireland educational community, facilitating discussion on issues relevant to teachers and educational practitioners working in schools, colleges and universities in Northern Ireland (and beyond, if possible).


 * How does it work?**

The podcast will be a 'roundtable discussion', involving any number of contributors (probably a minimum of four, with a maximum of seven or eight) discussing a topic of interest to the educational community. The 'topic' will be negotiated beforehand via this wiki and Twitter, and a draft running order will be provided to all contributors to ensure everyone is aware of what is happening.

The podcast will be a result of a 'roundtable discussion' hosted via Skype or similar social network. Contributors will be expected to be available at an agreed time, and for an agreed duration, and where possible will endeavour to have good quality recording equipment available to ensure a high-quality feed. This may involve using an external microphone, rather than relying on the internal mic on a PC or laptop.

A host will be appointed for each podcast. It will be the responsibility of the host to ensure that all contributors are available and connected and are included in the discussion. The host will ensure the discussion is moderated and allow an equitable amount of time to all contributors. An agreed order will be negotiated before the podcast recording begins.


 * Draft Running Order**

0'00 - 0'15 Host introduces herself/himself and the podcast and explains what the topic for discussion will be. 0'15 - 0'20 Host allows contributors to introduce themselves 0'20 - 0'30 Contributor 1 introduces herself/himself. Gives details of name, where he/she works, twitter account etc. 0'30 - 0'40 Contributor 2 introduces herself/himself. Gives details of name, where he/she works, twitter account etc. 0'40 - 0'50 Contributor 3 introduces herself/himself. Gives details of name, where he/she works, twitter account etc. 0'50 - 1'00 Contributor 4 introduces herself/himself. Gives details of name, where he/she works, twitter account etc. etc etc

Discussion begins with host opening the 'floor'.

Contributors are expected not to 'talk over each other' or 'shout each other down'. While it would be unrealistic to impose a strict speaking order, contributors should wait until one contributor has finished before interrupting or starting a new point. At all times, the host should have precedence and is encouraged to keep the discussion flowing and prevent one contributor 'hogging' the floor.


 * Conclusion**

Contributors should be prepared to recommend something at the end of the podcast. This may be a link to website, a tool used in classroom, a new piece of software or something else relevant to the discussion.


 * Show Notes**

It is hoped that a Wiki will be maintained for each edition of the podcast containing the running order for the edition, and links to references made by contributors. This wiki/page will be flagged up at the end of the show as a complementary resource for listeners.


 * Publishing the podcast**

Initially, the host will take responsibility for recording, editing and publishing the podcast. As the podcast develops it may be more appropriate to share these roles. It is recommended that the podcast will be publicised as widely as possible, therefore RSS feeds and links to iTunes, Podomatic, XML etc will be necessary.


 * Interested?**

If you're interested in being part of the NIEdChat Podcast team, then leave your details below, detailing what you're interested in doing. Please leave:
 * your name
 * sector you currently work in
 * Skype name
 * Twitter account (if appropriate)
 * what you're interested in doing / contributing


 * Potential Contributors**


 * 1. Dáithí Murray, post-primary teacher (Irish), Skype: dmurray742, Twitter: @dmurray742, interested in all things edtech!**