This method is helping students excel under Common Core

• Microphone, to ensure compliance with future assessment versions
• Ability to be used with mobile devices and tablets
• Noise reduction (for better concentration in testing environment)
• Volume control
• Multi-year warranty
• Compliance with the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008

1. Padded headphone comfortable enough for extended wear
2. Fully adjustable to fit all sizes
3. Mono/Stereo switch for language and computer applications
4. Permanently attached with reinforced “strain” connection resists accidental pull out
5. Lengthy 10 foot coiled cord with 3.5mm plug and snap-on ¼” adapter to fit all media players
6. Dual volume controls on each earcup for comfort
7. Noise-reducing earcup lowers ambient noise so volume does not need to be as high, as recommended by audiologists for hearing safety
8. Rugged ABS plastic headstrap and earcups resist breakage in high-use situations , replaceable leatherette ear cushions

• Windows and Mac compatible
• Warranty for school use – unlike headphones purchased at consumer electronics stores whose warranties would be voided if used in schools

Roscoe Anthony is President of Califone International, Inc.