HC Deb 14 May 1936 vol 312 cc540-1
25. Mr. DAY

asked the President of the Board of Education whether he has received any recent reports from His Majesty's inspector with reference to the experiments to determine the educational value of the sound films used in schools under the control of his Department; and will he give particulars?

Mr. STANLEY

The inspectors of the Board of Education take such opportunities as are afforded them of observing experiments in the use of sound films in schools and make reports. The general conclusion to be drawn from them is that sound films, when properly used, are of value as an aid to teaching. The hon. Member cannot expect me to give details within the limits of a question and answer.

Mr. DAY

Are there any schools which regularly use those films for educational purposes?

Mr. STANLEY

Perhaps the hon. Member will put that question down.

Mr. DAY

If a question is put down, will the Minister also inquire whether the machines and other apparatus are not of foreign manufacture?

Mr. STANLEY

Perhaps the hon. Member will also put that question down.