Two Ears are Better Than One: Sound Localization
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University of Washington
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This activity (9th activity on the page) about hearing demonstrates to learners the importance of having two ears. A blindfolded learner tries to identify the distance of another individual while listening for their name using one or both ears. This activity page includes a link to background information about the ear and hearing.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per group of students
- Ages 6 - 18
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Subjects
- Life Sciences
- Human Body
- The Brain and Nervous System
- Human Senses and Perception
- Hearing
- Human Body
- Physical Sciences
- Vibration and Waves
- Sound
- Vibration and Waves
- The Nature of Science
- The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Outdoor Activity
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- hear
- be mobile
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Chudler, Ph.D., Eric H.
Rights:
- All Rights Reserved, Eric H. Chudler, ©2009
