Crtierion E- Evaluation

Criteria A: Investigation


For Critieria A, we were supposed to research and investigate podcasts in general. In order to do it, we were supposed to first discuss in class what podcasts are, listening to podcast of the teenagers that were on the New York Times. Then as homework, we were supposed to create a "mini practice podcast" to show that we understood what podcasts were, as well as a practice on the bigger assignment that we received later. Then, as homework, we were assigned to listen to 3 podcasts and comment about it, discussing the quality, topic, etc. I also investigated at home on my own what podcasts are through the internet. We also had to investigate how podcasts are made and recorded, and how to make them available for those who surf the internet. Also, I was then able to find a connection between the podcasts and society, how they are a new apparatus of expressing oneself and a new method of communication.


I think I did a fair job on criteria A. Through my research and investigation described above, I have been able to understand what podcasts are, and how they are made, and the types of podcasts. Also, my practice podcast was successful. I did everything that was required, and the outcome was also equally successful.

I could have improved on this criterion through basic improvements. I could have even researched and investigated even further, looking into deeper material. Also, i could have listened to different types of podcasts because for occasion, i listened to 3 podcasts done by the same person
Criteria B: Design


For criterion B, we were supposed to create an outline of our podcast. First of all, we had brainstorm several ideas and topics for the podcast. Then, we had to look at several methods of publishing and recording the podcast. We also had to give the intended audience. Then out of the methods, we had to choose which one we are going to use. Then we had to give design specifications, on what our podcast was going to be like. Then, we were to give 3-5 designs (just a simple outline) of possible podcasts that we could make. Then out of those 3, we were to pick one and give little more specifics.

We think that we have met all the necessary requirements for this criterion successfully. We have brainstormed and published several ideas for the podcast. We also investigated further from criterion A on methods to record and publish the podcast. We stated specifically who our intended audience was. Then, we gave 3 designs (outlines) that we could have made, and we chose one and gave what we will talk about (a bit more specifically than the other designs). However, we forgot to evaluate all three designs. But other than that, it was successful.

However, we could have improved this part. We could have designed even more designs. Also, we could have not forgotten to evaluate each and every design, giving the pros and cons of each design. Also, instead of just researching which methods were possible to use publish and record the podcasts, we could have actually tried a sample (because later, we could not do the one we actually decided upon).
Criterion C: Plan


For criterion C, we had to plan out our podcast. Rather than writing the script, we just had to give ourselves deadlines and steps in creating the product.

I successfully created the timetable giving specific and detailed steps with dates, resources, and other necessary items.
Other than even making the deadline more specific, I cannot think of improvements to be made,
Criterion D: Create


For criterion D, we had to create the product itself. But rather than creating it straight away, we had to write a script of what we are going to say in the podcast. We first had to create a rough draft, let the peers comment on it, and make improvements. Then we were to create the podcast and post it on a podcast website or our own blogs.

Therefore, we created a rough draft of our script. Even though it was not very specific, we could not decide the specifics (the body) because it was to be improvised for the sake of the flow of the podcast. After we posted it and received feedback, we improved the script and had the final script ready. Then using my laptop, we began to record multiple podcasts and saved them in wmv file. In total, we recorded 5 podcasts, of which 4 were rough drafts. Also, every rough draft podcast, we made our peers listen to it and give suggestions/improvements. So every time, the quality of our podcast improved every time. later, we faced a problem: we could not upload our podcast on http://www.mypodcast.com/ as we planned. Therefore, we used Windows Moviemaker to convert the wmv file into an mp4 file. Then, I added one image of both of us. Then, I uploaded the mp4 file on my blog instead.

there were several things that we could improve on this process. We could have searched beforehand on the podcasting websites before creating it so that we would not have had to go through the problem of finding ways to convert the file into a video file. Also, I could have made the podcast a bit more interesting. It was an interesting topic to begin with, however, because it needed to be appropriate for school, we had to delete many inappropriate but funny parts. But other than that, our product was quite successful.


Evaluation of our product:

I believe that our podcast was a mediocre success. Even though it was an interesting topic, the execution could have been better. First of all, here are our testing method and the results:

Questions we asked:

1- Can you relate to this podcast?

2- why or why not?

3- how often can you find yourself in this situation?

4- has this situation (dating in Mongolia) gotten any better?

5- from 1-7, rate how much you can relate to this podcast (1 being the least, 7 being I can totally relate to this)

6- What was good about our podcast?

7- What are some criticisms?


Brooke

1- Kind of

2- Because she is a teenager living in Mongolia

3- Not that often

4- Yes

5- 3

6- Informative, clear

7- kyu’s voice was painful


Ha Young

1-Yes

2-Because i live in Mongolia and am a teenager

3-Rarely

4-I think so

5-5

6-Imformative, funny

7-Could have added music


Elise

1-Yes kind of

2-Most things we said are true

3-Not that often, sometimes

4-No

5-4.5

6-Not that long, spoke clearly, interesting topic

7-Could be louder


Sonya

1- No

2- Doesn’t go on dates

3- Not that often

4- No

5- 2

6-Shorter, realistic, flowed well

l7- louder, repetition


Bilegt

1- Yes

2- Answers were true about Mongolia

3- Often

4- I don’t know

5- 5

6- Sound quality, entertaining, isn’t boring/dragging

7- Not as entertaining as previous trial podcasts


So looking at these testing results, our podcast seemed to be a mediocre success. Most people said they could relate with this podcast, but said the depth of their relatedness is rather just medium. Therefore, it was less successful then what we had hoped to achieve. Also, the sound quality seemed to be good, but we could have been louder. However, it said it was mostly good saying it was entertaining, and the sound quality was good. They also said that it was quite funny, and not boring. Still, we could have made a better podcast through performing a better execution. Furthermore, it could have been better with a more interesting interview. Also, while the topic was interesting, it is understandable that people cannot relate to it completely. Furthermore, the topic seemed a little niche, targeted towards teenage guys and girls. So those were some parts where we could improve and produce a better podcast.

I believe that our podcast had an influence on the society, as well as our surrounding. First of all, it was very clear that our podcast provided some insight upon the subject for Ms. Wilson. She says she has been clearly influenced, and that she became more knowledgeable upon the subject, and she was quite surprised of the new acquirement of the knowledge. However, this was only a small part of the influence that our podcast has had. For our practice podcasts as well as the final product, we made our peers listen to it. So as they listen to it, they have also gained (supposedly) the knowledge upon this subject of what their opposite gender thinks about this topic, as well as comparing their own ideas to their peers. Therefore, they will be able to now know what to expect on dates and the opposite gender's hopes/dreams. But more importantly, they will spread their knowledge to their friends and relatives, spreading their newly-acquired knowledge to the outer society. even though it might take a longer time and the direct evidence of our influence is not so clear as of right now, this is what we soon anticipate. Therefore, the society will slowly gain the knowledge and lead to a society where a better understanding of teenagers (for adult audiences) and opposite genders (for teenage audience) will be formed, leading to a better society and a harmonious world. Therefore, even though our results are not fully yet manifested, we anticipate that it will have a slow and a long-term effect.