Califone 8101 Product Manual
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Distributed by:MP3 Player/RecorderModel 8101 (with one headphone)Model 8102 (with two headphones)Model 8104 (Listening Center with 4 headphones)Podcasts are a great way to expand learning beyond theclassroom or library, and at the same time actively engagestudents in a new way through this accessible and excitingnew modality. Podcasts can help teachers introduce concepts,review lessons, check student progress in language learning,and supplement classroom curriculum. Podcasts are readilyavailable (for free) online from an expanding number andvariety of sources, where individual segments can be down-loaded or one can subscribe to a feed. An increasing numberof k-8 teachers and students have been actively using pod-casting in addition to high schools and universities, who wereearly adapters of the technology.Content applications for podcasting include: Art, for listeningto lectures and presentations from universities and museumsaround the world; Language Arts, from assisting beginningreaders with early fluency to group listening of an audio book;Math, to help reinforce new concepts; Music, downloadinghas redefined how music is listened to; Science, for learningabout animals, astronomy, biology, and physics; SocialStudies, to learn about geography, the sounds of othercultures and lots more.In addition to presenting information to students, podcastingopens the door for student-created podcasts which can bepresented to classmates or shared online with students inother countries (for virtual foreign exchange programs forinstance). Whether with MP3 players or group use throughour USB Jackbox, read how the Fairfax, Virginia schooldistrict is using student podcasting.Unlike consumer brands, the Califone MP3 player / recorderis designed for the unique demands within schools by teachersfor students. From a safety perspective, it is the only MP3player built with rugged ABS plastic so it can’t shatter into potentially sharp shards. Hearing preservation is also important, which is why we’veintegrated Sentinel Technology TM to restrict the volume playback to the ASHA recommended level of 85dB when used with its 8100-HP headphone.The 8100 is built with dual headphone jacks for multiple listeners and a microphone for podcasting. It is ideal for nurturing language learning & readingskills, ELL, ELD applications and listening to recorded books and music.8101, March 2008Califone® International Inc. 800-722-0500 califone.comDistrict Administration “... appropriate-sized device for students, light andsturdy ABS plastic... and easy to use operating andnavigation buttons... safety is a big feature”Scholastic “Bottom line: The Califone MP3 Player is an inexpensive way tobring digital audio into the classroom.. (it) is perfect forsmall hands with large control buttons as well as a pairof headphone jacks for side-by-side listening. ”The K12 Geek “... a nice tech tool for podcasters... it is extremely functional”Media ReviewsClick hereto learn more |
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