Tolerance Talks: Global Teen Podcast Challenge

Step 1: Empathize 

• Use the "Connect" section to find a partner class.
• Create the project and invite your partner class.
• Form international podcast teams. 
• Organize students to conduct social media surveys and online research on tolerance issues. 
• Contact teachers or professionals who can explore the topic in depth through a talk. 
• Students will create infographics or digital mind maps to share on the board with their international peers. 
• Use the group chat function to discuss relevant research findings.

• Analyze the data collected from both schools.
• Guide students in identifying recurring issues.
• Students can create mind maps of common problems. They can share the mind map on the collaboration board on the platform.
• Identify the most salient issues related to intolerance in their communities.
• Use the platform's chat feature to collaboratively decide on podcast themes. A few examples: 
• ‘Social networking: Bridges or walls to tolerance?. This theme examines the role of social networking platforms in shaping attitudes towards diversity and tolerance. 
• Inclusive Language: Evolution or Revolution? This topic invites students to explore how the language we use daily can influence inclusion and tolerance in society. Students will investigate the history and impact of inclusive language and debate its implementation in different areas (education, media, politics).
• Use the project board to post and vote on the topics you want to discuss in the podcast.
• Create listener personas to target the podcast effectively.

• Help students devise creative podcast formats (e.g. storytelling, interviews, debates).
• Guide students to develop episode outlines according to the topic of interest. 
• They can use the Class2Class.org board to share podcast planning information. 

• Record and edit pilot podcast episodes.
• Design podcast artwork and promotional materials.
• Share drafts on the project board for peer feedback.
• It can use: 
• Audacity. Free audio editing software, very complete and easy to use, ideal for recording, editing and mixing podcast episodes with multiple tracks. https://www.audacityteam.org/
• Spreaker. Platform for recording, editing and hosting podcasts. It offers a free plan with basic functionalities and allows distribution to platforms such as Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts.  https://www.spreaker.com/

• Release pilot episodes to a test audience of peers and gather feedback.
• Conduct listening parties with international teammates.
• Refine episodes based on audience reactions and suggestions.

• Schedule a video conference for students to present their proposal to the partner class.
• Provide feedback and congratulate the students on their great work.
• Document the process with photos and videos to share on the platform.

Assessment and Reflection ✍️

• Peer Evaluation: Teams use a rubric to provide constructive feedback on each other's prototypes, focusing on creativity, feasibility, and potential impact.
• Self-Assessment: Students complete a self-evaluation form, reflecting on their contributions, challenges faced, and personal growth.
• Final Presentation: Teams present their prototypes and project journey to the wider Class2Class.org community, receiving feedback from teachers and peers.

Teacher Tips 💡

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where all students feel valued and empowered to contribute their ideas and talents.
• Provide clear guidelines and expectations for respectful communication and collaboration. We suggest you review the coexistence policies of Class2Class.org.
• Celebrate student successes and achievements throughout the project to maintain engagement and motivation.