Do you have the option of creating an audio assignment for your class? Audio assignments may require more equipment and planning than a written assignment but it can be an enriching learning experience and a great way to express yourself creatively. Here at the libraries we have resources to help you create your assignment.
Here are some essential tips:
1. If possible use a microphone external to your laptop or smartphone.
2. Turn off objects in the room you are recording that make noises such as fans.
3. Record in a quiet room that has carpets and furniture, a closet is also a good option.
4. This guide will walk you through Software & Tools: Audio Production
5. When creating your audio assignments you can use music and sound clips in the public domain or those with the appropriate Creative Commons license. You can search Creative Commons to find content you can Share, Use and Remix.
6. We also have equipment at the Media Creation Lab that you can borrow. Audio Equipment Loans at YUL
7. Don't forget about accessibility Accessibility: Audio
Stories Told Through Sound by 
Scholarly Podcasting by 
Making Radio and Podcasts by 
Soundwriting by 
Turn up the Volume by Citing the use of music or audio clips is just as important as citing scholarly articles. The following is a list of resources that will guide you through citing in a variety of styles.
You can also visit the Media Creation Lab page on Rights, Ethics and Digital Citizenship.