Voice and the
Teacher
Matt Sheppard
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Voice and the Teacher
Aims of the Session
• To raise awareness of the link between
a good voice and effective learning
•To introduce some practical based
tasks and exercises to help improve the
quality of the voice.
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Voice and the Teacher
•Good breath control
•Projection, pace and pause
(modulation of voice)
•Clarity and purity of voice
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Voice and the Teacher
Patsy Rodenburg (Principal Voice
Coach at the National Theatre), says,
“The most common problems
associated with the voice emanate from
poor breath control. Constricted inhalation in the upper region of the
lungs leads to constriction, tension and
resultant problems in voice production.”
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Voice and the Teacher
Calm, authoritative,
informed.
The Breathing Mechanism
Voice and the Teacher
In their 2nd edition of 'The Teaching
Voice', Martin and Darnley (2004)
suggest that a creative, flexible and
imaginative voice that utilises
principals of good modulation has a
hugely significant impact on the way
communication is received.
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Our tensions, anxieties and mis-management of the
classroom inhibit learning (Ruth Kelly Ed Sec 2004)
Philip Parkin, general secretary of the Professional
Association of Teachers, said speech was the "main tool"
for getting children to behave and learn.
Research showed a link between strength of voice and
effectiveness, he added. But more than 50% of teachers
suffered voice disorders at some stage.
Mr Parkin said training would avoid "the premature end to
careers".
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Clarity in the Voice
Clarity and articulation can give
sharpness and energy to the voice,
drawing the attention and enquiry of
the listener.
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Modulation and a Flexible Voice
Hello!
Hello, how are you?
I’m fine thanks.
That’s just great!
Pace, Pause, Stress,
Projection
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Research
Stephanie Martin Working with
Voice Disorders (2000)
Martin and Darnley The Teaching
Voice (2004)
Ruth Kelly (Ed Sec 2004)
Philip Parkin (G.S P.A.T 2006)
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