What are the effects of Linklater voice training on teachers' vocal awareness?, 2020
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Dates
- 2020
Creator
- Madden, Valerie J. (Person)
Conditions Governing Use
The thesis is restricted due to FERPA, permission from the author is required before you can view the thesis.
Extent
83 pages (83 pages)
Language of Materials
From the record group: English
From the record group: Chinese
From the record group: Spanish; Castilian
Overview
"Research indicates that a student's ability to process spoken language can be hindered by vocal dysfunction in their teacher's voice. However, the importance of vocal hygiene is rarely a component of teacher training, despite a high rate of dysphonia among teachers. Research also demonstrates that a teacher's ability to connect emotionally with students has a direct impact on student learning. But educating teachers in vocal emotional communication is similarly broadly absent from preservice teacher training. This study explores the potential value of using the Linklater Voice Method so that teachers may increase awareness of their voice. The study's subjects, trained in the Linklater Voice Method, acknowledged increased awareness of their voices, and recognized that this allows them to use their voice as a teaching tool, giving them the ability to improve classroom management, create a greater emotional connection with students, and maintain a level of vocal hygiene that staves off dysphonia." -- Abstract
Physical Location
RG 010.01D Performing Arts
Physical Description
83 pages
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
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