Audiocassette resources, if instructionally designed to do so, can encourage students to summarize in written form what they have heard, thereby reinforcing mastery of verbal and written literacy skills. Audiocassette resources have also been used with secondary school students, to present the different points of view of a range of people. They can be used to familiarize students with an argument or even a story or play. It is a useful way of showing students how course materials are linked to events occurring in the wider society. If audiocassettes also include a commentary about an event or experience, they can be useful in motivating students, and allowing them some opportunity to experience emotionally an unfamiliar event.
Audio resources are effective for supporting communication skills and for explanation of concepts.
Stimulation to encourage exploration and development of other sensory experiences and awareness. This form of stimulation can potentially create any environment in a listener's mind, because it relies on the power of imagination and the creativity of scriptwriters, listeners, and caregivers.