Year 4 - Computing
Combining audio
Audio production
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will discover the input and output devices required to work with sound digitally. They will discuss the ownership of digital audio and the copyright implications of duplicating the work of others. Pupils will develop skills in editing and track manipulation by creating a podcast.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to export a completed podcast for listening on other digital devices.
Key Notes
- Imported audio can be combined with recorded audio.
- Audio editing sotware can adjust and layer tracks.
- The combined audio in a project may sound less clear than the individual tracks.
- Audio projects can be exported as a single file for playback on other digital devices.
Vocabulary To Learn
- volume: how loud an audio track is
- export: the process of saving data so it can be used on other digital devices or programmes
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Audio tracks have a set volume, meaning they might not be usuable for certain projects.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
Imported audio can be combined with recorded audio. Audio editing sotware can adjust and layer tracks.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'volume'
how loud an audio track is. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: Audio tracks have a set volume, meaning they might not be usuable for certain projects. Correction: Even if the volume of a track isn't suitable for your project, audio editing software can adjust the volume so that it plays at an appropriate level.
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