Yodi, Yodi, Yodio!

In preparing sites for students and trying to make them more accessible, adding audio to either compliment or repeat text can be very powerful.  This is the case especially for students who have difficulty with reading or when trying to simplify vocabulary that may be included on the site the students is being directed to.  Additionally, having an audio stream or a podcast for your audience can be more engaging and, in the case where you update regularly, draw them back for more.

The problem with the podcast, is that many people are intimidated by technology.  Though some may get as far as utilizing a drag and drop website service, such as Weebly, adding something such as a podcast may prove to be too daunting.  Recording, editing, then embedding, can be a bit of a challenge with some programs and presents differently with different operating systems. 

In steps Yodio!  A free, create via phone, podcasting service, which allows you to create a podcast from your phone, add a picture from your computer, then put them together as an audio file that can compliment, supplement, or replace the content you're wanting to share.  You can share the file on your web page, social network, or even email it to share it more privately.  Yodio does offer more features for those who want to get more commercial use out of it, but as far as educational use goes, the free membership is great!  Check it out!