A Classroom Sound System
Using a Microphone and Speaker for Attention, Clarity and Student Motivation (Virtual Tour)
Stage of Literacy Development:
Stage 1: Beginning LiteracyAges:
4-6
Grade Range:
PreK KFood Groups:
Primary: Classroom Tips Secondary: Motivation for Literacy
Transcript
I wear this microphone system because it can be a very busy environment and within my environment I want to make sure that each of my children is hearing clearly what I have to share with them. They may come from different backgrounds and perhaps English is not their first language. The microphone system allows me to annunciate sounds and words and be sure that each of my children is hearing clearly what each sound says within a word. The children are given an opportunity to use a microphone for themselves. They use this microphone to share stories with the children. I found that even a child who may be shy or introverted, once given this microphone, all of a sudden they are stimulated to tell their tales and share with all the other children.
Activity Objective
The goal of A Classroom Sound System: Using a Microphone and Speaker for Attention, Clarity and Student Motivation (Virtual Tour) is to increase student engagement during whole group activities by using a microphone and speaker system to evenly distribute sound throughout the classroom.
Quick Tips
Additional Comments:
- Model how to use the handheld microphone and give all students a chance to practice.
- A classroom microphone and speaker is beneficial to the students and the teacher.
- Have the students use the microphone during presentations and drama.
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