Core Standards of the Course
Strand 1
Students will identify and explain the history of radio and the regulation of audio broadcasting.
Standard 1
Identify and explain the historical import of the following:
Standard 2
Identify the media regulators and the differences in regulation for each distribution platform.
Strand 2
Students will demonstrate correct use of audio recording equipment and develop a recording workflow.
Standard 1
Demonstrate Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) workflow.
Standard 2
Identify elements of audio.
Standard 3
Review different microphone pickup patterns.
Standard 4
Review various types of audio cables and connectors.
Standard 5
Review different microphone diaphragm types (Transducers).
Strand 3
Students will identify the difference between commercial and non-commercial broadcasting.
Standard 1
Identify and explain the following commercial and non-commercial broadcasting:
Standard 2
Students will produce commercial and non-commercial programming.
Standard 3
Students will create a radio show or podcast.
Strand 4
Students will develop show management and broadcasting skills.
Standard 1
Students will develop their voice.
Standard 2
Identify and demonstrate storytelling skill.
Standard 3
Students will develop and practice interview skills.
Strand 5
Students should collaborate and produce different types of audio.
Standard 1
Publication Selection: Students will identify the proper distribution outlet that is best suited for their content.
Standard 2
Based on classroom resources, students should select a distribution platform and collaborate to produce one or several of the following:
Strand 6
Students will be able to understand and obey basic copyright laws applicable to all media.
Standard 2
Understand copyright in the age of YouTube.
Standard 3
Practice correct usage of copyright laws.
Strand 7
Students will understand the importance of career readiness skills and participate in a related CTSO.
Performance Skills
Students can develop a voice or style of broadcasting, plan and develop a show or podcast, conduct an interview, and consistently publish episodes or broadcast a radio show.
Workplace Skills
The following workplace skills should be discussed, taught, and re-enforced in the course: