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Friday, October 7, 2011

5. Evoca

Evoca is a unique beast in the podcast software jungle in that it provides multiple recording and publishing options not found in other podcast software on our lineup. It also features social media and feedback options that are absent on other products in our side-by-side comparison chart. Unfortunately, they left out a key feature – editing. That omission seriously compromised the usability of the program.
Evoca allows you to build your podcast entirely from within the cloud. There is no application to download or install on your machine. In fact, the podcast software doesn’t even require you to store your sound files on your local hard drive. We like the cloud-based nature of this podcast software. You’ll never have to worry about losing your hard work if your hard drive fails or is hit by a virus.
This podcast software offers multiple options to record your sound files. First is the traditional microphone interface. No surprises here; connect your microphone and hit the record button. Say your piece, then hit stop. Evoca stores the podcast in its data banks for publishing and makes it available to download in the event you wish to edit it with a program like Audacity.
You also have the option to record via Skype. If you’ve never used Skype before, don’t worry about it. Evoca has a great how-to page with written directions and videos walking you through exactly how this function works. Just register your Skype account with Evoca, connect your microphone and let the program do the rest. After all is said and done, the podcast software processes your sound file for publishing or download.
The recording feature we were most impressed with in this podcast software is the ability to record a podcast from any telephone. This feature eliminates the need for any podcast recording equipment whatsoever. Simply register your phone numbers (the podcast software allows up to 30) with your Evoca account and dial the numbers provided. The podcast software will walk you through some prompts then allow you to record your podcast as though you were talking to an old friend.
Evoca also provides the ability to embed a sound recorder directly onto your websitehttp://images.intellitxt.com/ast/adTypes/mag-glass_10x10.gif or blog. This allows your audience to record voice messages right from your website. This tool can be invaluable for audience feedback. It also provides another content source for your podcast if you wish to incorporate audience feedback into your show.
Evoca’s publishing options include your standard RSS feed for download by podcast catchers like iTunes. Additionally, you have the ability to post your podcast to popular social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. This social media function is unique to Evoca. Furthermore, Evoca allows you to design and publish a custom player. This player makes all the public recordings in your podcast account available wherever you wish to place the player, such as a blog or other website.
Like nearly everything in life, Evoca is not perfect. Any gains the podcast software makes in its innovative recording and publishing options are lost because of the complete lack of editing features. The podcast software does allow you to download your files for edit and upload them when you’re done. However, you must use third-party editing software like Audacity to complete this essential podcasting task or blog. This allows your audience to record voice messages right from your website. This tool can be invaluable for audience feedback. It also provides another content source for your podcast if you wish to incorporate audience feedback into your show.

Evoca’s publishing options include your standard RSS feed for download by podcast catchers like iTunes. Additionally, you have the ability to post your podcast to popular social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. This social media function is unique to Evoca. Furthermore, Evoca allows you to design and publish a custom player. This player makes all the public recordings in your podcast account available wherever you wish to place the player, such as a blog or other website.
Like nearly everything in life, Evoca is not perfect. Any gains the podcast software makes in its innovative recording and publishing options are lost because of the complete lack of editing features. The podcast software does allow you to download your files for edit and upload them when you’re done. However, you must use third-party editing software like Audacity to complete this essential podcasting task.
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Evoca is a unique beast in the podcast software jungle in that it provides multiple recording and publishing options not found in other podcast software on our lineup. It also features social media and feedback options that are absent on other products in our side-by-side comparison chart. Unfortunately, they left out a key feature – editing. That omission seriously compromised the usability of the program.
Evoca allows you to build your podcast entirely from within the cloud. There is no application to download or install on your machine. In fact, the podcast software doesn’t even require you to store your sound files on your local hard drive. We like the cloud-based nature of this podcast software. You’ll never have to worry about losing your hard work if your hard drive fails or is hit by a virus.
This podcast software offers multiple options to record your sound files. First is the traditional microphone interface. No surprises here; connect your microphone and hit the record button. Say your piece, then hit stop. Evoca stores the podcast in its data banks for publishing and makes it available to download in the event you wish to edit it with a program like Audacity.
You also have the option to record via Skype. If you’ve never used Skype before, don’t worry about it. Evoca has a great how-to page with written directions and videos walking you through exactly how this function works. Just register your Skype account with Evoca, connect your microphone and let the program do the rest. After all is said and done, the podcast software processes your sound file for publishing or download.
The recording feature we were most impressed with in this podcast software is the ability to record a podcast from any telephone. This feature eliminates the need for any podcast recording equipment whatsoever. Simply register your phone numbers (the podcast software allows up to 30) with your Evoca account and dial the numbers provided. The podcast software will walk you through some prompts then allow you to record your podcast as though you were talking to an old friend.
Evoca also provides the ability to embed a sound recorder directly onto your websitehttp://images.intellitxt.com/ast/adTypes/mag-glass_10x10.gif or blog. This allows your audience to record voice messages right from your website. This tool can be invaluable for audience feedback. It also provides another content source for your podcast if you wish to incorporate audience feedback into your show.
Evoca’s publishing options include your standard RSS feed for download by podcast catchers like iTunes. Additionally, you have the ability to post your podcast to popular social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. This social media function is unique to Evoca. Furthermore, Evoca allows you to design and publish a custom player. This player makes all the public recordings in your podcast account available wherever you wish to place the player, such as a blog or other website.
Like nearly everything in life, Evoca is not perfect. Any gains the podcast software makes in its innovative recording and publishing options are lost because of the complete lack of editing features. The podcast software does allow you to download your files for edit and upload them when you’re done. However, you must use third-party editing software like Audacity to complete this essential podcasting task.

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Evoca’s publishing options include your standard RSS feed for download by podcast catchers like iTunes. Additionally, you have the ability to post your podcast to popular social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. This social media function is unique to Evoca. Furthermore, Evoca allows you to design and publish a custom player. This player makes all the public recordings in your podcast account available wherever you wish to place the player, such as a blog or other website.
Like nearly everything in life, Evoca is not perfect. Any gains the podcast software makes in its innovative recording and publishing options are lost because of the complete lack of editing features. The podcast software does allow you to download your files for edit and upload them when you’re done. However, you must use third-party editing software like Audacity to complete this essential podcasting task.
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·         Many projects need to disseminate resource outputs to comply with their funding. Jorum can help fulfil this requirement.
Sharing your resources can benefit others who teach and learn, and allow them to learn from your expertise. Sharing your resources can also act as a showcase for you and your institution.

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