Science podcast project · Create & share
Choose a phenomenon, investigate the science behind it, and turn your discoveries into an episode people will want to hear.
4–6 minute episodeGroups of 2–324 phenomena to explore
The mission
Work with your group to plan, record, and edit an original podcast that explains a science phenomenon to a school audience. Choose one phenomenon from the list below and check with Mr. Alexander before you begin researching.
Pick an observable event or pattern from the list, then use its question to focus your investigation.
Try a conversation, interview, story, review, or another format approved by your teacher.
Give every group member a meaningful role in planning, recording, and production.
Choose your investigation
Explore the choices below and select one for your episode. Describe what happens, investigate how or why it happens, and use evidence from reliable sources to explain it. The questions are starting points—you can narrow your focus as you research.
Your success criteria
Use these goals to guide your research, planning, recording, and revision.
Use your own words. Ask permission before recording anyone, and follow your teacher’s directions about sharing. Avoid including private information. Use only music and sound effects you have permission to use.
The studio
What saves: Planner entries stay in this browser on this device when storage is available. Download a copy before leaving or changing devices.
What you submit: Your finished audio file—not this planner.
Where it goes: Use Submit your podcast below and wait for confirmation. Check Google Classroom for your deadline and any additional turn-in steps.
Type in the boxes as your group works. Your plan saves in this browser on this device when available; it does not automatically submit to your teacher or sync to other devices. Download a copy before changing devices or using a shared Chromebook.
Check who created each source, when it was updated, and whether its claims are supported. A personal story or opinion can add a perspective, but verify factual claims.
“Have you ever wondered ___? Today, we’re exploring ___.”
“One thing we discovered is ___. According to ___, ___.”
“Before we go, here’s the idea we hope you remember: ___.”
Save your finished audio file, then use the submission form below. Record and edit your episode before uploading.
Your plan is stored only in this browser when storage is available.
Share your finished episode
Upload one finished audio file per group for Mr. Alexander to review. Choose an MP3, M4A, WAV, or OGG file up to 20 MB. Recordings may be published on the website after review; follow your teacher’s directions about permission and sharing.
Before you submit
| Area | What strong work looks like | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Content & focus | Clearly introduces the selected phenomenon; explains how or why it happens using evidence; develops three main points; and includes an engaging opening and closing. | 40 |
| Research & credits | Uses accurate information from at least two reliable sources and credits the sources aloud. | 20 |
| Communication & production | Uses clear voices and an organized recording; the finished episode is 4–6 minutes long. | 20 |
| Collaboration & process | Every member contributes to planning, recording, and production; the group listens and revises. | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Check with Mr. Alexander for any class-specific deadlines or submission directions.