Podcasting: what, when, why, where, how?

This document provides an overview of podcasting including what it is, when and where they can be useful, why create podcasts, and how to make them. It defines podcasting as multimedia files distributed for playback on mobile devices and computers that can be accessed whenever and wherever listeners want. Examples are provided of when podcasts can support learning. Information is given on where to find podcasts and resources for creating them, such as audio editing software and blog platforms. Legal issues around podcasting are also briefly addressed.