Audio Recordings Research Articles

Characterization of wind turbine noise using psychoacoustical indicators

Noise annoyance caused by wind turbines is a significant issue for people living in the vicinity of wind farms, leading to difficulty in its societal acceptance. Annoyance due to Wind Turbine Noise (WTN) has been regulated using conventional environmental indices, which often fail to account fully the human perception of noise exposure. This study proposes the use of psychoacoustical indicators to assess the character of WTN in Ireland. Fourteen noise measurement locations were selected near wind farms in County Wexford (Ireland) with audio recordings made at each location, when WTN was the dominant source. These recordings are analyzed to extract different psychoacoustic indicators and Zwicker's psychoacoustical annoyance. Further clustering of these sound samples was performed to understand the overall character of WTN and its associated annoyance. This characterization provides an understanding of how the variation in psychoacoustical indicators might lead to changes in the perception of wind farm noise. These results can be employed to develop sound quality maps and further develop noise annoyance models complemented by conducting listening experiments.

Effect of discretization on off-axis listeners in binaural synthesis based on the optimal source distribution

3D sound reproduction based on binaural synthesis over loudspeakers is one of the most important techniques in immersive spatial audio. The system inversion involved in the binaural synthesis gives rise to several problems such as dynamic range loss, distortion of the reproduction transfer function, and a lack of robustness to room reflections. The principle of Optimal Source Distribution was proposed to overcome these problems. This utilizes a pair of conceptual monopole transducers whose azimuthal location varies continuously as a function of frequency. Another potential of the principle is that it can provide listening positions for multiple off-axis listeners, in addition to the on-axis listener whose inverse matrix is given, since the phase interference state is aligned at all frequencies. However, these continuously varying transducers are too conceptual to realize in practice. It is necessary to provide discretized sound sources with appropriate frequency ranges according to the principle. In this paper, the effect of discretization of the principle on off-axis listeners' performance is numerically investigated to reveal how those off-axis sweet spots are formed as the discretization becomes finer. An experiment is also carried out using an actual discretized system and the effect of the head-related transfer functions is considered.

Perceptual evaluation of sound synthesis of wind turbine noise

This study brings together several laboratories with the aim of assessing the health effects of "audible" noise (> 20 Hz) and infrasound (< 20 Hz) emitted by wind turbines. To study loudness and annoyance due to this noise, perceptual tests are planned at the LMA, where a restitution cabin has been developed, specifically designed to diffuse very low frequencies and infrasound. As recording wind turbine noise is only possible at low wind speeds for a good quality sound reproduction, it would be interesting to be able to use sound synthesis of wind turbine noise. From sounds recorded in a wind farm for different meteorological conditions, the corresponding sounds have been synthesized. A physical model synthesis was performed, based on an extended-source aeroacoustic model taking into account propagation over flat ground. Dissimilarity tests including recorded and synthesized sounds enabled a 2D perceptual space to be built. Synthesized and the corresponding recorded sounds are closed together in the perceptual space, but some differences can be perceived, mainly due to difference in amplitude of fluctuation and spectral balance. The analysis of the perceptual space opens up interesting prospects for improving the sound synthesis and its use for future perceptual tests.

Enhancing subjective spaciousness for stereo reproduction in car-size acoustical enclosures based on audio signal decorrelation

Audio signal decorrelation has been used for enhancing the spaciousness of auditory source width (ASW) in a stereo reproduction. However, the acoustic environment in car-size acoustical enclosures is quite different from that in a home theater or listening room. Due to the small cabin size and the substantial presence of absorptive surfaces, the reproduced sound field in car-size acoustical enclosures is characterized by the interior mode region up to some hundreds or one thousand hertz and fast decay of pressure at higher frequencies which could affect the perceived performance of audio signal decorrelation. Therefore, the present work evaluates the effect of reflections in an acoustical enclosure model with car-size on the ASW enhanced by decorrelated audio signals, which reproduced by a standard stereo system. The decorrelation algorithm is handled by all-pass filters sets based on a pair of reciprocal maximal length sequence (MLS). Last, a subjective assessment experiment of ASW validates that appropriate decorrelation method can improve perceived spaciousness for sound reproduction in car-size acoustical enclosures.

Annoyance assessment of the combined effect of railway noise and vibration including physiological measurements

The prediction of annoyance due to railway transportation in residential areas is crucial to correctly dimension noise and vibration reduction solutions. In situ annoyance assessment for multiple exposition scenarios requires to convince many residents to take annoyance tests combined with noise and vibration measurements inside their homes. Such approach is not adapted to large-scale experiments. Therefore, the VibAcouPhysio project aims at studying annoyance due to railway noise and vibration in laboratory conditions. A vibrating platform combined with a high-quality sound reproduction system has been designed for this project to reproduce the noise and vibrations of a train pass-by. Annoyance is estimated by multiple means including questionnaires, cognitive tasks performance assessment and various physiological measurements. Twenty participants were exposed to various train pass-by signals as if they were seating at a table inside their housing. The results show a significant correlation between physiological metrics, the annoyance evaluated in the questionnaires and the physical indicators derived from the noise and vibration signals. The main purpose of the VibAcouPhysio project is to rank various physical indicators describing noise and vibration signals according to their correlation to the perceived or measured annoyance.

Validation of sound source localization quality in binaural audio synthesis with head-tracking

Binaural synthesis with head tracking has become a highly important tool in creating an auditory experience for users that is as similar as possible to their perception of sound in the real world. This is crucial in many different applications that rely on accurate representation of real or virtual sound environments, ranging from scientific research to gaming applications. The quality of the binaural synthesis process and the accuracy and naturalness of the produced result depend on numerous factors, ranging from the selection of suitable IMU sensor technology used for head tracking to the choice of methods for implementing binaural synthesis using generic or individual sets of Head-Related Transfer Functions (HRTF). This is especially significant in Virtual Reality (VR) systems with three or six degrees of freedom that fully immerse the users in the virtual world through visual and auditory stimuli. This paper presents the authors' experiences in addressing a variety of challenges that arose during the design of such spatial audio systems and the testing of sound source localization quality. Strong emphasis is put on the testing of sound source localization quality, where the position of the source dynamically changes in relation to the listener.

Reliability of Variables of Consonant Production and Velopharyngeal Competence in 10-year-olds with Cleft Palate Using Multiple Raters.

To assess the reliability of speech data and speech-related quality indicators in the Swedish quality registry for cleft lip and palate (CLP) at 10 years of age. Retrospective study. University hospitals. One hundred twenty-one 10-year-olds with unilateral or bilateral CLP. Six independent raters reassessed audio recordings for comparison with registry data. For calculation of agreement, the single measures intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was used for percentage of consonants correct (PCC) and non-oral speech errors, quadratic weighted kappa for velopharyngeal competence (VPC), and percentage agreement and kappa for quality indicators. The results of the three to four raters with the highest intra-rater and inter-rater reliability were used for comparison with registry data. There was excellent agreement between registry data and reassessments for PCC (ICC, 0.93) and percentage of non-oral errors (ICC, 0.80). For VPC, one rater and registry data had good agreement (k, 0.704); the remaining cases had fair agreement (k, 0.476-0.554). The percentage agreement between registry data and reassessments for quality indicators ranged from fair to excellent. When calculated with kappa, agreement was good to excellent (mean of all k values, 0.67-0.70). The CLP registry variables PCC and percentage of non-oral errors and the quality indicators without non-oral speech errors and competent/marginally incompetent velopharyngeal function are reliable for use in clinical audits and research of 10-year-olds. The three-tier ratings of VPC have weaker reliability but can still be useful in more detailed analyses if interpreted with caution.

An investigation of students’ mathematical connection and metacognitive skills in the mathematical modelling process

The purpose of the study is to investigate the changing mathematical connection and metacognitive skills of students in the process of applying mathematical modelling. The data used for the study were collected from modelling activities, students’ written responses to modelling activities, audio recordings, semi-structured interviews, and observation notes. The data obtained were analysed using content analysis. As a result of the data analysis, it was found that metacognitive skills were used in each activity in the mathematical modelling process and were developed in interaction with each other. Although inter-concept and real-world connection skills are most commonly used in mathematical connection skills, modelling activities were found to enhance connection skills by allowing students to use connection skills with different disciplines and between different representations of the concept. It was found that metacognitive skills and mathematical connection skills develop interdependently, and it was found that mathematical modelling activities can be used as a tool for developing both of these skills.

Comparison of remote and in-person respiratory function grading of brachycephalic dogs.

To compare the reliability of respiratory function grading (RFG) scores assigned in-person and remotely via video and electronic stethoscope recordings, evaluated by novice and expert graders. Prospective study. Fifty-seven brachycephalic dogs. Dogs were evaluated in person by expert graders and RFG scores were assigned. Audio and video recordings were made during the in-person evaluations. Four expert and four novice graders evaluated the recordings and assigned an RFG score to each dog. Agreement between in-person and remote RFG scores was assessed using Cohen's kappa statistic. Interobserver reliability was assessed using Fleiss' kappa statistic. The median RFG score from the in-person assessment was 1 (range, 0-3). Distribution of RFG scores included 12 grade 0 scores, 19 grade 1 scores, 25 grade 2 scores, and 1 grade 3 score. The raw percentage agreements between remote and in-person scores were 68.4%, 59.6%, 64.9%, and 61.4% for the four experts, and 52.6%, 64.9%, 50.9%, and 42.1% for the four novices. Reliability between remote and in-person RFG scores was poor to moderate both for the experts (Cohen's kappa: .48, .37, .46, .41) and novices (Cohen's kappa: .28, .47, .28, .21). Interobserver reliability was moderate among the experts (Fleiss' kappa: .59) and poor among the novices (Fleiss' kappa: .39). Remote RFG scores had poor to moderate interassessment and interobserver reliability. Novice evaluators performed worse than experts for remote or in-person RFG evaluations. Remote RFG, as measured in this study, is not reliable for assigning RFG scores. Modifications could be made to remote evaluation to improve reliability. Based upon the performance of novice evaluators, training of evaluators is justified.

Third-octave analyses describing two perceptual dimensions of sound reproduction and the resulting overall perceived dissimilarity between loudspeakers or headphones.

Many objective measurements have been proposed to evaluate sound reproduction, but it is often difficult to link measured differences with the differences perceived by listeners. In the literature, the best correlations with perception were obtained for measures involving an auditory model. The present study investigated simpler measurements to highlight the signal processing steps required to make the link with perception. It is based on dissimilarity evaluations from two previous studies: 1 study comparing 12 single loudspeakers using 3 musical excerpts, 1 study comparing 21 headphones using 2 musical excerpts, and both studies highlighting 2 perceptual dimensions associated with the relative strengths of bass and midrange. The objective approach compared several signal analyses computing the dissimilarity between the spectra of the recorded sound reproductions. The results show that a third-octave analysis can accurately describe the overall dissimilarity between the loudspeakers or headphones and the two underlying perceptual dimensions.

Implementation of a peer-delivered opioid overdose response initiative in New York City emergency departments: Insight from multi-stakeholder qualitative interviews

BackgroundEmergency departments (EDs) are critical touchpoints for overdose prevention efforts. In New York City (NYC), the Health Department's Relay initiative dispatches trained peer “Wellness Advocates” (WAs) to engage with patients in EDs after an overdose and for up to 90 days subsequently. Interest in peer-delivered interventions for patients at risk for overdose has grown nationally, but few studies have explored challenges and opportunities related to implementing such interventions in EDs. MethodsWe conducted in-depth interviews with Relay WAs, ED patients, and ED providers across 4 diverse NYC EDs. Sampling was purposeful and continued until theoretical saturation was reached. Interviews followed a semi-structured interview guide based on key domains from the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR). Interviews were conducted by telephone or web conferencing; audio recordings were professionally transcribed. The study utilized rapid qualitative analysis using template summaries and summary matrices followed by line-by-line coding conducted independently by 3 researchers, then discussed and harmonized at group coding meetings. Coding was both inductive (using an a priori code list based on CFIR domains and study goals) and deductive (new codes allowed to emerge from transcripts). Dedoose software was used for data organization. ResultsWe conducted 32 in-depth interviews (10 WAs, 12 patients, 10 ED providers). Four overarching themes emerged: 1) EDs are characterized by multiple competing demands (e.g., related to provider time and physical space), underscoring the utility of Relay and leading to some practical challenges for its delivery; 2) There is a strong role distinction of WAs as peers with lived experience; 3) ED providers value Relay, even though they have a limited understanding of its full scope and outcomes; 4) While the role of structural factors (e.g., homelessness and unstable housing) is recognized, responsibility is often placed on patients for controlling their own success. ConclusionsWe identified four themes that shed new light on the implementation of peer-based overdose prevention programs in EDs. Our findings highlight unique ED inner and outer setting factors that may impact program implementation and effectiveness. The findings provide actionable information to inform implementation of similar programs nationally.

Harnessing uncertainty: A deep mechanistic approach for cautious diagnostic and forecast of Bovine Respiratory Disease

Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) is a prevalent infectious disease of respiratory tract in cattle, presenting challenges in accurate diagnosis and forecasting due to the complex interactions of multiple risk factors. Common methods, including mathematical epidemiological models and data-driven approaches such as machine learning models, face limitations such as difficult parameter estimation or the need for data across all potential outcomes, which is challenging given the scarcity and noise in observing BRD processes. In response to these challenges, we introduce a novel approach known as the Bayesian Deep Mechanistic method. This method couples a data-driven model with a mathematical epidemiological model while accounting for uncertainties within the processes. By utilising 265 lung ultrasound videos as sensor data from 163 animals across 9 farms in France, we trained a Bayesian deep learning model to predict the infection status (infected or non-infected) of an entire batch of 12 animals, also providing associated confidence levels. These predictions, coupled with their confidence levels, were used to filter out highly uncertain diagnoses and diffuse uncertainties into the parameterisation of a mathematical epidemiological model to forecast the progression of infected animals. Our findings highlight that considering the confidence levels (or uncertainties) of predictions enhances both the diagnosis and forecasting of BRD. Uncertainty-aware diagnosis reduced errors to 32 %, outperforming traditional automatic diagnosis. Forecast relying on veterinarian diagnoses, considered the most confident, had a 23 % error, whilst forecast taking into account diagnosis uncertainties had a close 27.2 % error. Building upon uncertainty-awareness, our future research could explore integrating multiple types of sensor data, such as video surveillance, audio recordings, and environmental parameters, to provide a comprehensive evaluation of animal health, employing multi-modal methods for processing this diverse data.

Exploration Of Perceptions And Emotional Challenges Experienced By Pastors’ Children: A Case Of The Church Of The Nazarene In Nairobi, Kenya

Many studies have been done with a keen interest in pastors’ children as they were always in the public display. This study aimed to explore emotional experiences of the pastors’ children on the expectations of the congregation and the emotional challenges experienced, a case of the Church of the Nazarene in Nairobi, Kenya. The objectives of the study were to: establish perceptions of the pastors’ children on the expectation of the congregation and identify emotional challenges experienced by pastors’ children. The study employed a qualitative research method and a purposive sampling method. In-depth Interviews were employed for data collection. Participants were drawn from Ongata Rongai First Church of the Nazarene and Africa Nazarene Church. The population of the study consisted of 18 participants. Data collection was done using audio recording. Transcribing was done using an App: Live Transcribe and Notification. The research findings confirmed that the congregation had high expectations from pastors’ children than their peers in the church. Pastors’ children were expected to be perfect and be role models. While the expectation posed anxiety and resentments from most of the participants, some felt that this expectation helped them to learn some leadership roles at an early stage. This study recommended that the church leadership develop comprehensive educational programmes for the congregation to help them understood that pastors’ children need to be allowed to go through the developmental stages like other children

Making Every Contact Count: health professionals’ experiences of integrating conversations about Snacktivity to promote physical activity within routine consultations – a qualitative study

ObjectiveHelping people to change their health behaviours is becoming a greater feature within the role of health professionals, including through whole system initiatives such as Making Every Contact Count. Health...

'So Let's Go On Like This?'-Shared Decision-Making and the Use of Outcome Information in Routine Care Management for People With Multiple Sclerosis.

This study aimed to investigate how shared decision-making (SDM) and the use of different types of outcome information are applied in routine care management for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) in an academic outpatient clinic. This qualitative study used the following: (a) observations of clinical encounters (N = 23) between patients and healthcare professionals (HCPs), (b) interviews with those patients (N = 17)and (c) interviews with those HCPs (N = 7). HCPs were not trained in SDM before the study. Audio recordings were transcribed literally. Transcriptions were analysed using qualitative thematic analysis. Outcome information was hardly discussed with patients, apart from clinical outcome information at an individual level, such as MRI or lab results. This use of clinical outcome information did not automatically lead to a process of SDM. HCPs tended to implicitly present choices to patientsafter signalling and discussing 'problems'. In the interviews, patients indicated that they tended to consent to the advice given by HCPs and to prefer not too much change in treatment plans. However, they also emphasized the importance of being informed about available options with benefits and harms. We observed multiple discussions about patients'preferences, especially related to patients'experiences and priorities. Overall, SDM and the use of different types of outcome information did not seem to be enacted in routine care management for people with MS, mostly because choices werenot explicitly mentioned or discussed. However, discussions about patients'experiences and priorities did take place. Training HCPs further and developing patient information seem reasonable steps to proceed. People with MS contributed as research participantsand provided us with their experiences in interviews. Furthermore, representatives of two patient organizations contributed to the study by reviewing the interview protocol for people with MS.

Effectiveness of dispatcher-assisted cardiopulmonary resuscitation in private home versus public locations for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients − A retrospective cohort study

BackgroundDispatcher-assisted cardiopulmonary resuscitation (DACPR) significantly improves the survival of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients. However, the effectiveness of DACPR may vary depending on the location of the cardiac arrest. This study compares DACPR outcomes in private homes versus public places. MethodsThis retrospective cohort study included all OHCA incidents with emergency medical service (EMS) activation in Taichung City, Taiwan, from May 1, 2021, to April 30, 2022. Trained dispatch reviewers analyzed audio recordings of the included cases to extract DACPR indicators. The primary outcome was the number of successful chest compressions performed. Secondary outcomes included the proportion of OHCA recognition, call-to-chest compression time, call-to-OHCA recognition time, reasons for failure to identify OHCA, and reasons for failure to perform chest compressions or complete instructions. A subgroup analysis examined the caller-patient relationship in both locations. ResultsThe study included 1,160 OHCA patients, with 1,009 cases occurring in private homes and 151 in public places. Patients in public places were younger (60 vs 75 years), more often male (81.5 % vs 59.9 %), and had a higher rate of witnessed collapse compared to those in private homes (40.4 % vs 26.7 %, p < 0.001). Chest compressions were less frequently administered in public places (41.1 % vs 65.5 %, adjusted odds ratio [aOR]: 0.48 [0.31 to 0.75]). Public place cases had a lower proportion of OHCA recognition (51.9 % vs 76.9 %) and longer call-to-OHCA recognition times (108 vs 79 s) than those in private homes. Callers in public places more often encountered hazardous environments or physical barriers (16.4 % vs 8.3 %) and refused to execute instructions (11.0 % vs 4.1 %), but faced fewer emotional or psychological obstacles (0 % vs 8.3 %). Family members in private homes had a higher proportion of chest compressions (67.1 % vs 53.8 %, aOR: 1.81 [1.15 to 2.83]) and shorter times to chest compression (160 s vs 171 s, adjusted beta: −30 s [-55.6 to −6.3]) compared to non-family members. ConclusionThis study demonstrated reduced DACPR effectiveness in public places compared to private homes, potentially influenced by caller factors, environmental conditions, and the caller-patient relationship. Developing location-specific strategies is essential to enhance DACPR effectiveness.

Effect of a Single-Session Mindfulness-Based Swinging Technique (MBST) Intervention on Emotional Distress in Cancer Patients Undergoing PET-CT Scan: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Introduction: Undergoing complex diagnostic investigation of positron emission tomography-computed tomography (PET-CT) scans is associated with high levels of distress, fear, and anxiety in oncological patients. This study evaluated the effects of a single 20-min session of an innovative mindfulness-based swinging technique (MBST) intervention on emotional distress in cancer patients scheduled for PET-CT scans. Material and Methods: Adult cancer patients undergoing PET-CT scans (n = 57) were assigned to the intervention group (n = 27) or the control group (n = 30). The emotion thermometer (ET) was used to measure distress, anxiety, depression, anger, and need for help at baseline and after the PET-CT scan. Participants in the intervention group received a 5-min psycho-education followed by listening to an audio recording of the MBST intervention just before their PET-CT scan. The session included mindfulness-based visualization, imaginary swinging activity, and synchronized breathing. The control group participants received brief 5-min counseling. Results: There was a statistically significant reduction in distress (p < 0.001), anxiety (p < 0.001), depression (p < 0.001), anger (p = 0.002), and need for help (p < 0.001) in the intervention group compared with the control group. Safety: None of the participants reported adverse events caused by the MBST intervention. The intervention was well accepted by the participants. However, n = 3 participants could not complete the intervention due to mind wandering, inability to focus, difficulty complying with the guided instructions, falling asleep, and physical discomfort unrelated to the intervention. Conclusion: The findings suggest the potential role of MBST intervention in mitigating emotional distress in patients undergoing complex diagnostic imaging procedures. Integrating this with conventional care in nuclear medicine settings can provide patient-centered care that addresses their unmet requirements. There is a need for further validation with a larger sample size. Clinical Trial Registration Number: CTRI/2023/04/051243 (Registered prospectively on 03/04/2023).

EFL Teachers’ Beliefs and Practices on the Use of Questions in Mozambican Secondary Schools

In this study, the use of questions in a Mozambican English as a Foreign Language context is explored as a technique to develop communicative and critical thinking skills in secondary school students. Therefore, a qualitative approach was adopted using a phenomenological design which allowed the use of classroom audio recordings and semi-structured online interviews for data collection, based on Lowery’s (2005) questioning framework. The results revealed that English as a foreign language (EFL) teachers in Mozambican public secondary schools are aware of open and closed questions, which they claim to use for checking understanding. However, in practice, they often use open-ended, rhetorical, and procedural questions found in Lowery’s framework. These teachers ignore the relevance of using integrating, confirming, valuing, as well as feeling questions, which foster learners’ communicative skills. These results have strong implications for the decision EFL teachers make on the selection of questions for their classes, as well as the impact of such practices on the students’ outcome at the end of the course or year. Therefore, further studies should be conducted to understand the students’ abilities in the use of English as a result of such practices. In addition, similar studies in Mozambican higher education should examine whether EFL teachers under training are prepared to use questions in class.

Semi-natural habitats are key to breeding bird diversity in intensified vineyard landscapes across Europe

In climatically suitable regions across Europe, vineyards can be the dominant perennial crop type. While many wine-growing landscapes are intensively managed, they may still be an attractive habitat for a wide range of bird species. In this study we investigated how breeding birds in three wine-growing regions in Europe (Germany: Palatinate, France: Bordeaux, Austria: Leithaberg) are influenced by the composition of the landscape, focussing on woody semi-natural vegetation.We recorded bird vocalizations with autonomous sound recorders in 93 landscapes across Europe. Bird species were identified according to their songs and calls. The landscape in a 200-m buffer around the recording points was mapped. In total, we recorded 72 bird species, including species typical for vineyard landscapes such as cirl bunting (Emberiza cirlus), hoopoe (Upupa epops) and turtle dove (Streptopelia turtur). For all three countries we found that an increase in overall woody vegetation in the landscape led to an increase in species richness and altered community composition. Most species were recorded in landscapes with abundant hedges, small woods and tree rows rather than in vineyard-dominated landscapes but e.g. woodlark (Lullula arborea) and linnet (Linaria cannabina) showed an opposite preference.We conclude that in intensively used wine-growing landscapes the ongoing decline in farmland birds and the ecosystem services they provide can be reversed by the reintroduction of semi-natural woody vegetation between vineyards. These in many cases linear structural elements can be included in the landscape with only small losses in production area.

ICT in Teaching Foreign Language in a Ukrainian University

Modern technologies play such an essential role in human life that it is impossible to imagine a full-fledged existence without them. Their application is possible in almost any field of economy, improving human’s life and increasing the efficiency of work. Technologies in education give students and teachers access to a much more considerable amount of information and opportunities compared to learning without technology. Today a student can learn a foreign language directly by hearing it not only in a video or audio recording, but also with the help of various applications, communicating with native speakers, learning their culture. Many scholars have been researching the role of ICT in language learning and have proved its effectiveness. The aim of the article is to determine the role of ICT in foreign language learning at Ukrainian Universities. In addition, we conducted a questionnaire of the English language teachers to determine the frequency of ICT usage at lectures. The results of the researched proved the hypothesis, set in the research, that the younger the teachers, the more often and diversely they use modern technologies in the educational process. Using ICT in teaching foreign languages requires not only the will and time of the teacher but also the skills and abilities to use modern technologies and Internet resources. The introduction of ICT in the educational process will have a positive effect on the results of student learning, among which we will highlight student interest in the educational process, modern and practical materials, immersion of students in the language and cultural environment, the opportunity to better study and master the academic material, communicate with native speakers.