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Mrs. Foster from Venice, FL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Literacy and Vocabulary

Help me give my students listening lessons and novel read alongs through fluent readers.

  • $216 goal

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My Project

A donation of a Bluetooth speaker for literacy enhancement can have several positive impacts on students' learning experiences. Here's how:

Audiobook Accessibility: A Bluetooth speaker can be used to enhance access to audiobooks, allowing students to listen to books in addition to traditional reading.

This is particularly beneficial for auditory learners and those with reading difficulties.

Multimodal Learning: By incorporating audio elements into literacy activities, you create a multimodal learning environment. This approach engages different sensory channels, catering to various learning styles and preferences.

Language Development: Listening to well-narrated content helps improve language skills, including vocabulary, comprehension, and pronunciation. It exposes students to diverse language patterns and enhances their ability to understand and use language effectively.

Flexibility in Learning Spaces: Bluetooth speakers provide flexibility in choosing learning spaces. Students can listen to educational content in different settings, allowing for a dynamic and adaptable learning environment.

Motivation and Engagement: Incorporating technology into literacy activities, such as using a Bluetooth speaker, can make learning more enjoyable and interactive. This can boost motivation and engagement, fostering a positive attitude towards literacy.

As for goals for the project, they could include:

Improved Literacy Skills: The primary goal would likely be to enhance students' literacy skills, including reading, listening, and comprehension.

Increased Access to Educational Resources: Facilitating access to a variety of educational resources, such as audiobooks and podcasts, can broaden students' exposure to diverse content.

Promotion of Independent Learning: Empowering students to use technology independently for their learning encourages self-directed learning habits.

Regarding what makes your students special, you may want to highlight any unique characteristics, challenges, or strengths they possess. For example, if they come from diverse backgrounds or if there are specific learning needs within the group, emphasizing these aspects can help tailor the project to better meet their requirements

Mrs. Foster Venice High School Grades 9-12

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More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
JBL - CHARGE5 Portable Waterproof Speaker with Powerbank - Black • Best Buy Education $151.25 1 $151.25

Materials cost

$151.25

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$183.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$32.39

Total project goal

$215.91

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $215.91

0 Donors

-$0.00

Donations toward project cost

-$0.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$215.91

Match offer toward project cost

-$183.52

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.39

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 $0.00

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