These will be on the web page in the same format as is found here:
http://uts.test.sc.edu/newdesign/academic/blackboard/studentfaq.shtml
Questions about iTunes U @ South Carolina? Look through our FAQ list.
What is podcasting?
The word "podcasting" refers to a collection of technologies that make it easy for people to
create and publish audio and/or video content to the Web. Users can subscribe to the
content to view it in a variety of different formats. These formats include RSS (Really
Simple Syndication), blogging software, and MP3 files.
With podcasting, users can produce audio and video programs for a global audience
without being limited by available recording technologies. You can produce a podcast using
a simple microphone or with professional level studio equipment. And audiences can listen
to or view podcasts over the Internet whenever they wish, and not be limited to broadcast
or event schedules.
Podcasting has proven to be a useful teaching tool. Professors can easily create and publish
lectures, audio and video content as podcasts. Students can access the podcasts when
convenient, and use them to supplement written materials. Similarly, students can
contribute audio materials as course work. A variety of interesting uses have emerged over
the past years—both at USC and elsewhere—as early adopters have "worked the
technology" in new and innovative directions.
What is iTunes U @ South Carolina?
iTunes U @ South Carolina is a free, hosted service for colleges and universities that
provides easy access to educational content, including lectures and interviews, 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week. This service is provided through a partnership between University
Technology Services and Apple, Inc. For more information see: Apple iTunes U.
Is iTunes U @ South Carolina available for both Windows and Macintosh?
Yes. iTunes U @ South Carolina uses Apple iTunes software to access content. Apple offers
iTunes software for both Windows and Apple computers. You can download iTunes for
your computer by visiting: http://www.apple.com/itunes.
iTunes U @ South Carolina works with most modern, standards-compliant Web browsers.
Apple recommends using one of the following browsers:
• Safari 2.0 or later on Mac
• Internet Explorer 6.0 or later on Windows
• Firefox 3 for both Mac and Windows
How much do podcasts at iTunes U @ South Carolina cost?
Presently, University Technology Services is offering educational podcasting through
iTunes U @ South Carolina at no charge to University faculty and authorized instructional
staff.
What are the benefits of iTunes U @ South Carolina?
iTunes U @ South Carolina provides an online educational forum for University faculty and
instructional staff. It allows you to make lectures, study materials, and events available to
students and colleagues in a dynamic audio or video format. This opens the learning
experience to a larger audience, who can benefit from educational information without the
constraint of physical classrooms or limited schedules.
Do I need an iPod or mp3 player to use iTunes U @ South Carolina?
Definitely not! You can download and play all podcasts on your computer, whether you use
a PC or a Mac, without any type of portable music player.
Do I need to have Apple iTunes software in order to use iTunes U @ South Carolina?
Yes. iTunes U @ South Carolina requires the most recent version of Apple iTunes for Mac or
Windows computers. Download the latest version at http://www.apple.com/itunes.
Does iTunes U @ South Carolina support both Audio and Video Podcasting?
Yes! iTunes U @ South Carolina may be used to distribute a wide variety of audio and video
files. Apple recommends using the following formats for your iTunes U @ South Carolina
audio and video content:
Audio files (AAC, MP3) with appropriate file extensions (.m4a, .mp3)
Video files (MPEG-4, H.264) with appropriate file extensions (.mp4, .m4v, .mov).
For best results with iPod, Apple recommends using H.264.
How can I start using iTunes U @ South Carolina today?
If you would like to start podcasting using iTunesU @ South Carolina, please visit our Help
Page. University Technology Services can assist you in getting started with everything you
need, from suggestions in designing your programs, to selecting equipment, to generating
album artwork, and finally to creating your own show on iTunes U @ South Carolina.
I already have my own podcast, how do I put it on iTunes U @ South Carolina?
Contact us and we can help you get your podcast on iTunes U @ South Carolina.
Can students have their own iTunes U @ South Carolina site?
Currently, use of iTunes U @ South Carolina is limited to educational content created by
faculty and authorized instructional staff at the University of South Carolina.