E66 - Creating Futures: Exploring Student Podcasting and Media-Arts Career Technical Education

This episode explores student podcasting and the growing field of media-arts career technical education (CTE), exploring how these programs prepare students for the creative industry. We'll discuss the benefits, challenges, and real-world impact of these programs with Gustavo Giron-Rodriguez, Media-Arts CTE teacher at VAPA High School in Southgate, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified School District. (g.gironrodriguez@lausd.net) 

🎙️ Summary 

Mr. Giron-Rodriguez discusses his innovative approach to teaching sound design and podcasting. Gustavo highlights the transformative power of podcasting in engaging students, enhancing their technical skills, and providing a platform for them to express their views on social issues. He emphasizes the importance of believing in oneself and overcoming challenges to implement new teaching methods, ultimately aiming to inspire other educators to adopt similar techniques. 

📑 Outline:

Introduction

• Who are you and what is so great about student podcasting & media arts?

• Overview of different media-arts disciplines taught in high schools.

Benefits

• Skills students develop
• Emerging trends – enrollment growth, community support

Challenges

• Financial, logistical, and curriculum challenges.
• Balancing creative freedom with educational standards.

Success Stories

• Examples of successful alumni and their career paths.
• Impact of these programs on students' personal and professional lives.

The Future of Media-Arts Education

• Emerging technology trends in media-arts education.
• How can we adapt to the evolving creative industry?

🎥 Production Notes    

Tech Lasso is produced in collaboration with the Edtech and Innovation Coordinators with support from the Technology, Learning & Support Services Department.          

The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education or the respective organizations of the guests.        

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