Au.1. Intermediate Gr. 6-8
UNDERSTANDING HEARING LOSS
(Sound Identification)
Au.1.Int1 - Explains the anatomy and functions of the ear
Au.1.Int2 - Explains characteristics and implications of one's own hearing loss
Au.1.Int3 - Explains hazards of loud noises, e.g., music, power tools, video sound effects, etc. and demonstrates ways to protect oneself from further hearing loss
Au.1.Int4 - Explains to teachers and peers the impact associated with limited hearing (fatigue, pace of learning, speech recognition, split attention)