I have recently gained a new appreciation for classroom sound amplification. What do I mean by this? I am talking about having the teacher and classroom wired for sound so that every student in the class can hear the teacher clearly wherever the teacher goes in the class. Even a simple microphone and a speaker will improve student learning, comprehension, and behavior. It also helps the teacher remain calm and in control.
For some of you, wiring a classroom for sound amplification may seem like overkill — or even unnecessary — because of the “teacher voice” that teachers develop over the years.
