Empowering Learning: Crafting Educational Podcasts with GEN AI

Abstract

The integration of Generative AI has facilitated innovative tools that are transforming content creation in the educational landscape, ushering in a shift towards more efficient and accessible learning paradigms. In this project, AI is leveraged to automate podcast production, replicating text-based educational content into high-fidelity audio content that caters to varied learning needs. Leveraging advanced frameworks like Large Language Models (LLMs) and Text-to-Speech (TTS) technologies, the system streamlines otherwise time-consuming processes like scripting, recording, and editing, thus speeding up the content creation process and improving accessibility for instructors. In addition, the system automates title image and metadata generation, which improves discoverability and professionalism of each podcast episode. By combining multiple AI capabilities, this project demonstrates the potential of Generative AI to personalize content, improve accessibility, and improve efficiency in educational environments. It enables personalized learning pathways and empowers educators to deliver more engaging and effective content, with the potential to reach an international audience and fit into different educational environments with ease. Additionally, this approach reduces the resource load of educational institutions, enabling them to deliver high-quality audio content even with an availability of limited resources and staff.

Introduction

This project revolutionizes how educational content is created and delivered by using generative AI to transform written lessons into engaging, audio-based podcasts. Traditional educational materials often fall short in capturing learners’ attention or adapting to different learning styles. This system bridges that gap by automating content creation—from writing and narrating to visual design and metadata tagging—making learning more accessible, scalable, and immersive.

Key Highlights:

1. Purpose and Innovation

• Traditional educational tools (textbooks, slides) are rigid and often inaccessible.

• This project uses AI to generate high-quality educational podcasts that feel more like guided experiences.

• AI tools used:

  • LLaMA 3.1 for script generation.

  • Tacotron & WaveNet for human-like narration.

  • DALL·E 3 for custom visuals.

  • FastSpeech 2 for fast, natural-sounding audio.

2. Adaptability and Accessibility

• Content is personalized for different audiences—school students, university learners, and professionals.

• Multilingual support ensures access in rural or underserved communities.

• Content adapts in tone, complexity, and delivery style for different learning levels and needs.

3. Enhanced Learning Experience

• Podcasts are immersive, with expressive narration, sound effects, and visuals that reinforce key concepts.

• Designed to cater to auditory and visual learners, improving focus and retention.

• Offers a better alternative to passive learning.

Literature Review Insights

• Generative AI improves both the speed and quality of educational podcast creation.

• Text-to-speech (TTS) tools like FastSpeech and Deep Voice 3 allow personalized, accent-accurate, and emotionally expressive audio.

• AI-generated visuals and interactive layouts (e.g., topic maps) make learning more navigable and engaging.

• AI helps personalize learning based on user behavior, supporting inclusivity and accessibility.

Methodology Overview

• Data Collection: Sources like Khan Academy and MIT OpenCourseWare are scraped and cleaned for content.

• Text Processing: LLaMA 3.1 structures raw material into scripts suitable for specific age groups and subjects.

• Audio Generation: Tacotron and WaveNet synthesize human-like narration, including multilingual support.

• Visual Creation: DALL·E 3 generates tailored episode cover art that reflects each topic.

• Metadata Tagging: NLP tags content with summaries, topics, and SEO-friendly keywords.

• Quality Assurance: Combines AI checks with human reviews and learner feedback to continuously refine output.

Educational Impact

• Lowers barriers like cost and production time, making high-quality educational content more widely available.

• Makes content engaging and inclusive by adapting it to learners’ preferences and accessibility needs.

• Sets a foundation for future expansion, including video lessons, AI-led discussions, and deeper multilingual support.

Conclusion

This paper introduces a Generative AI-driven system designed tocreateeducationalpodcastsbyseamlesslyintegratingtext-to- audio and text-to-image technologies. The system utilizes advanced models such as LLaMA 3.1 for script generation, TacotronandWaveNetforrealisticaudiosynthesis,andDALL- E 3 for creating engaging visuals. This combination allows for the automated generation of personalized, interactive, and multimedia-rich educational content, enhancing learning experiences across various subjects.The project aims to enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of educational materials by offering customized audio content withdiversevoicemodulationoptionsandvisuallyrelevanttitle images. The text-to-speech models, with language support and audiocues,createamoreimmersivelearningenvironmentwhile the metadata generation improves discoverability. A robust qualityassuranceprocess,involvingbothAI-drivenchecksand human oversight, ensures the generated content meets high standards of clarity and accuracy. This iterative approach ensures that the content remains adaptable and continuously improves based on real-world feedback from educators and students. Looking ahead, the system will be further refined to include more languages, incorporate video content, and expand its capabilitiestoaddressabroaderrangeofeducationalneeds.The integrationoftheseadvancedAItechnologiespromisestooffer scalable and dynamic solutions for educational institutions, enabling more personalized and interactive learning experiences. Through continuous enhancement and feedback, thissystemaimstoredefinehoweducationalcontentiscreated, distributed, and experienced globally.

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Copyright

Copyright © 2025 Dr. Shagufta Mohammad Sayeed Sheikh , Sumeet Kumbar, Parth Dabhade, Prem Kalmakar, Vishnu Jangid. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.