The New Media of Mass Communication and Application of New Technologies in the Drama Curriculum for the “Voice Technique” Course

Abstract

Integration of new mass media and new technologies facilitates and enriches the teaching of Voice Technique course. Some of the new educational "tools" that enhance teaching are: computers, mobile phones (android), lap-tops, iPod, iPads, tablets. New media used in teaching are: social networks, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram; vlogs, such as YouTube and search engines, such as Google. The teaching process uses new channels of communication, such as Skype, Viber, Messenger and WhatsApp. During the Voice Technique course, the drama students are first being introduced to the anatomy and physiology of the vocal apparatus, and in further education they gradually fall within the scope of musical theatre. The course is mainly based on oral lectures and demonstrations by educators. Photos and video clips which can be found on the Internet are of great significance. They can be recorded using new technologies and shared using social networks and communication channels.