Wireless Microphones in the Classroom

• What is the tool?
The tool is wireless headphones for the classroom.



• How can it be used?
They can be used to helps students hear the teacher more clearly and not be as distracted by other noises in the classroom. This blocks out the ambient sounds that can distract students.



• What are the advantages and disadvantages of this tool?
Advantages: Students will become less distracted. This will help students with learning disabilities. They will better understand and hear their teacher.

Disadvantages: The cost of this system can be expensive. Their are certain groups that actually recommend better classroom structure instead of getting this system.



• Who is the audience for this tool?
Students will benefit the most from using this, especially those with ADD, ADHD, and those with hearing and language disabilities.



• Where can we learn more about this tool? (include at least 2 hyperlinks (see About Hyperlinking below) that readers can use to learn more about the tool),
Amplified Classroom


Calypso Systems

• What is your opinion on the usefulness of this tool?
I think it is a good tool to use to help students focus on their teacher; however, I think this is best used for students with learning disabilities. I do not know if I would be comfortable as a teacher speaking into a microphone during lectures all the time.