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Multimedia Player/Recorder with built-in SD card slot and USB port allows educators to easily play digital audio files for the whole class

Bringing new technology to classroom multimedia players, Califone International, Inc., launches the Spirit SD Multimedia Player/Recorder. The unit’s built-in SD card slot and USB port allow the Spirit SD to work with the latest digital file formats, providing educators with the technology they need to play pre-recorded instructional resources, stories and music for the whole class. (more…)

Part of a continuing series of Califone guest bloggers.

I have three scenarios I often find difficult to deal with when teaching young English language learners. Scenario one is when I first walk into the room and try to motivate the children to choose to speak English. Scenario two occurs after the class ends. I gush to parents about how their children spoke and sang in English. Immediately, the parents ask the children a question in English and expect responses in English. I have yet to hear any of the children speak the English when put on the spot. Scenario three occurs when parents beg me to help their children with their pronunciation. (more…)