Bernard Allen
Question:93 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Education and Science if voice training will be provided to teachers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14255/04]
View answerTuesday, 18 May 2004
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There is very little information available to indicate how prevalent voice problems may be among the general teaching profession here. The issue does not appear to have arisen heretofore in the context of general training needs, although general principles of voice production are addressed in relation to teaching music and drama. There have been reports recently in the media concerning a new study of voice problems among teachers in the Dublin area, carried out by Professor R. Kinsella of the Smurfit School of Business, which I understand is expected to be published in about a month from now. The findings of the study will be considered when it becomes available.