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>Date: Sat, 28 Apr 2007 20:11:49 -0400
>Subject: Re: #8520.3 iPod Accessories
>To: Language Learning and Technology International Information Forum
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>From: "Margo Burns" <[log in to unmask]>
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Samantha Earpe writes:
>- (in the absence of classroom playback system) iPod speakers - Bose are 
>high end with great quality, others such as Altec aren't as high end but 
>give good enough quality in most circumstances.

I've had good luck with the JVC "On Stage II" -- it is low-profile (a
circle lying flat) and very stable, and has fantastic audio output.  It's
light-weight enough to carry with you.  You can use it as a dock, for
charging and/or syncing, but what's really useful in the classroom is that
the "II" version has a remote control.

As for choosing an iPod recorder, I like the Belkin TuneTalk Stereo
because 1) it's stereo and you can record dialogues nicely, 2) you can
attach a separate mic to it, and 3) you can also plug it into any audio
source as a line-in, to digitize audio from other sources, like a radio or
tape deck.  This mic has worked well recording lectures clearly, as well.

I also use Apple's Camera Connector, which lets me plug in a digital
camera and transfer photos into the iPod via USB. This is great if you've
given an assignment to photograph objects/scenes to discuss back in class,
because you can collect copies to a central location on the fly without
even using a computer -- this is great for ELL, but also very handy if you
are abroad with a student group and want to travel light.

Cheers,
Margo
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