--- Forwarded Message from [log in to unmask] --- >Subject: Re: #5614 Headset health issues? >To: Language Learning and Technology International Information Forum <[log in to unmask]> >From: [log in to unmask] >Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 15:08:11 -0400 ------------------ Jose: For earphones with leatherette earpads, we supply "Wipe Its," for those who have concerns. We also periodically replace foam and "button" earpads, and always keep a few spare of the foam earpads for those who want a fresh set. I don't really know if there is a health issue - but our students at least have a choice for clean earpads if they want... Bill Caldwell LFS/LRC American U. LLTI-Editor <LLTI-Editor@Dartmo To: uth.EDU> [log in to unmask] Sent by: Language U Learning and cc: Technology Subject: #5614 Headset International health issues? Information Forum <[log in to unmask] MOUTH.EDU> 06/26/2000 01:33 PM Please respond to Language Learning and Technology International Information Forum --- Forwarded Message from "Jose C. Rodriguez" <[log in to unmask]> --- >Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 12:31:10 -0400 >To: [log in to unmask] >From: "Jose C. Rodriguez" <[log in to unmask]> >Subject: Headset health issues? I am relatively new to this list, so forgive any recent duplication of this inquiry. Our language lab is currently fitted with sound-out extensions so that students can bring in their own headphones to use in the lab and plug into these extensions. I am considering supplying headphones/headsets for each computer for this Fall. I have been told that there are health issues in sharing headsets. I can see where students may not want to use a pair of headphones after another student has used them, but is there really a "health" issue? Any experiences you've had with common use of headphones (pro or con) would be appreciated. Many thanks, Jose -- -------------------------- Jose C. Rodriguez, Language Educational Analyst Emory College Language Center Emory University 404-727-9351 Fax: 727-7345