Audio recording exercise

Note to lecturers:
This exercise asks students to make audio recordings in a variety of settings, taking note of the effects in each situation.

If necessary, you can print out and photocopy this handout for use in tutorials.

Learning outcomes:

• To see how the localised sound environment influences the quality of audio recordings;
• To begin honing professional voice pacing skills;
• To begin diagnosing any voice or reading problems you may have;
• To find the natural correct placement of the microphone for recording your own voice

Critical listening 1: Radio news and current affairs

Radio news and current affairs.pdf (52KB)

Note to lecturers:
This exercise asks students to describe and analyse two radio news bulletins and two current affairs radio programs. They should describe and analyse the approaches to the news and issues of the day.

If necessary, you can print out and photocopy this handout for use in tutorials.

Learning outcomes:

• To develop an ability to understand the mechanics of radio news and current affairs and to see how theory operates in practice;
• To better understand real radio journalism and begin applying these principles to your own radio news and current affairs work;
• To cultivate the habit of listening critically to radio

Critical listening 2: Radio documentaries

Radio documentaries.pdf (52KB)

Note to lecturers:
This exercise asks students to listen to various radio documentaries and analyse the features and elements used to tell the story.

If necessary, you can print out and photocopy this handout for use in tutorials.

Learning outcomes:

• To better understand how radio documentaries are put together;
• To better understand the different genres of radio documentaries;
• To deepen your critical listening skills.