Course Level:
K-2
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Physical Science
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Physics
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Educator Resource Guide
The guide is an illustrated, (8.5 x 11 and 105 pages) K-12 classroom supplement with hands-on activities, background information, and experiments. Activities cover the anatomy and physiology of hearing, how to prevent noise-induced hearing loss, and the physics of sound. 
Table of Contents:
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Why Teach About Noise-Induced Hearing Loss?
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Behavior-Related Objectives
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Integrating Dangerous Decibels into Science Curriculum
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The Science of Sound, Hearing, and Noise-Induced Hearing Loss: Background Information for the Teacher
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Physics of Sound
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Fun Facts about Sound
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Anatomy and Physiology of the Ear: The Mechanics of Hearing
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Causes of Hearing Loss
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Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
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How Loud is Too Loud? – Measuring Sound/Decibels
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How to Use This Resource Guide and its Activities
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Adapting Activities to Different Grade Levels
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Classroom Activities
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Activity 1: Good Vibrations
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Activity 2: Bend It, Break It
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Activity 3: Sound Measures
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Activity 4: How Loud is Too Loud
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Appendices A – G
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Glossary
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Graphics
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Web Resources
Required Materials
Advanced Prep:
Time Required:
Introducing the Activity:
Classroom Activity:
Class Discussion:
Explanation:
Optional Extensions:
