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Course Description

Our voice is one of the most powerful tools we bring into the classroom. This course helps F–6 teachers explore how tone, pace, and vocal presence shape student attention, emotional regulation, and classroom climate. With a focus on calm communication, intentional vocal strategies, and voice care, this course offers reflective practice and classroom-ready tools to help educators lead with confidence and compassion.



Audience

This course supports primary teachers at every stage, offering practical voice strategies for early-career educators and deeper insights for experienced practitioners.


Teaching Standards

4.2.2 Proficient Level - Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments - Manage classroom activities: Establish and maintain orderly and workable routines to create an environment where student time is spent on learning tasks




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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Welcome

    • Acknowledgement of Country

    • Learning Objectives

    • Teaching Standards

  • 2

    Module 1 – What is “Tone and Tempo”?

    • Introduction

    • What is Tone?

    • What is Tempo?

    • Why Tone and Tempo Matter in Primary Classrooms

    • Research Spotlight – The Science of Teacher Tone

    • Video Case Study – Voice Control: Classroom Management Skill

    • Reflection Question
  • 3

    Module 2 – Voice as a Regulation Tool

    • Introduction

    • Using Voice for Regulation

    • Tone During Transitions

    • Graded Assertiveness

    • Voice as a Regulation Tool

    • Voice Routines: Predictability as Safety

    • Resource – Voice Zone Anchor Chart

    • Reflection Question
  • 4

    Module 3 – Modelling Emotion and Expression

    • Introduction

    • Tone as a Model for Emotion

    • Classroom Activities

    • Deeper Emotional Modelling

    • Modelling Calm Under Pressure

    • Resource – Tone Modelling Guide

    • Reflection Question
  • 5

    Module 4 – Voice Across Ages and Context

    • Introduction

    • Adapting Tone Across Year Levels

    • Voice Across Ages and Contexts

    • Tone in Different Classroom Contexts

    • Considering Student Needs

    • Attention Grabber Tricks

    • Resource – Tone Awareness Tracker

    • Scenario Activity
  • 6

    Module 5 – Voice Care and Longevity

    • Introduction

    • Why Voice Care Matters

    • Everyday Voice Habits

    • Quick Reset Practice

    • Advanced Practices

    • Resource – Daily Voice Care Routine

    • Reflection Question

    • Wrap Up

    • Reference List
  • 7

    Course Feedback

    • Course Feedback

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