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In an increasingly mobile/tech-based world we are faced with bright and over stimulating visuals on screens everywhere we look. However, in the absence of these flashing screens we are not left information-less. Audio is yet another way for information, discussion, debate, stories etc to be communicated. In fact, anyone who drives a car is immersed in listening to the radio. Audio can be made in such a way that enables the listener to create their own images in their head and thus is many student's preferred way of learning.
Audio can be presented in a number of ways. Some of these are podcasts, e-books, radio shows or a recording of a conference or meeting. For anyone that drives long distances it can be fantastic way to unlock "hidden" study time or just to find out more about something that interests them. Personally, I enjoy listening to TED Talk education related podcasts by loading them on my phone and listening in the the car on my 30 minute drive home. Podcasts are smaller in file size and load quicker than most videos. I also enjoy listening to Triple J's "The Hack" discussions in the afternoons on current affairs as they are informative and are kept relevant to listeners.
There are many ways audio can be used in the classroom and integrated into lessons. Upon entering the classroom after lunch, playing a short audio clip can allow students to relax and re-focus to be ready for learning. Playing e-books rather than always reading out loud can save a teacher's voice. Listening to snippets of radio shows, podcasts and TED Talks can be thought-provoking and a great "hook" to start lessons.
Sadly, I hadn't considered using audio in the classroom before. However, upon investigating ways to integrate audio into lessons I am now full of ideas that I can't wait to use in future planning.
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