PodSnack

PodSnack is an online tool that allows you to create players for your mp3 files.

Strengths:

 * Free to use
 * Easily create players for mp3 files and share them with others
 * Players are customizable
 * Create unlimited playlists
 * Can be shared through email, direct links, Facebook, or embedded into any webpage

Weaknesses:

 * Free members are limited to 5 songs per playlist
 * Only select templates are available to free members
 * Members need to buy points to increase their options or sign up for a VIP membership ($14/month)

Opportunites:

 * Ability to share media files at no cost in player format
 * Students can record audio and share with family and friends via email
 * Teachers can create audio to use during lessons and combine files into one player
 * Create background music tracks for presentations

Threats:

 * Anyone can upload anything and share with others
 * Anyone can comment on a playlist accessed through a direct link
 * Personal information (name, school, etc) if provided can be accessed through direct links - students should be directed to stay anonymous

Ideas for the Classroom:

 * Create players to share podcasts students have created
 * Share musical performances with parents who could not attend
 * Teachers can record directions or comments for a blog in audio files and embed them within the blog
 * Record students reading a story aloud and post on a class webpage for at home use

**Resources:**
[|PodSnack in the news] [|PodSnack link featuring music students in concert]