Participants will learn to perceive layers and distinguish components of the soundscape around them, while focusing attention completely on the task of listening and consider the importance of increased awareness of the sounds around them. Then they will group sounds into categories based on similarities and communicate their perception and memories of sound in small groups.
Recommended level: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
1. Perceiving the Soundscape
2. Categorizing and Communicating Sounds