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nearest to the sound source to be overtaxed with sound waves.
• Demonstrate the use of earplugs to your students and explain why you are using them. Either provide earplugs for students or encourage them to find a pair on their own that is the color that matches their personality.
Resources From Rockers Offer More Information A prime example of a musician who has worked to better inform the field about the damaging effects of high intensity sustained sound is Kathy Peck. She is a female rock performer who lost her
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How Do We Protect Our Hearing? The online article, “Preventing Hear- ing Loss in Music Teachers and Other Music Professionals Through Technol- ogy, “shares several things you can do to protect your hearing. Consider these preventive measures.
• Measure the overall noise during an active rehearsal to see what decibel levels are reached. There are applications available on smart- phones, as well as noise meters, which can offer this information.
• Use earplugs during rehearsals to reduce damaging high intensity sounds to safer levels. Be in- formed about your hearing health. Watch the video “Hear For a Lifetime” for a more visual repre- sentation of how your ear reacts to sound waves.
What Can We Do to Minimize Noise in Our Classrooms? Our students also need protection when it comes to their hearing. A few things you can do to minimize the noise levels in your classroom according the article, “Auditory Awareness: Are Students Hearing the Les- son?” can include:
• Minimize noise distractions such as passing time sounds or school grounds cleanups by closing the classroom door or windows.
• Install sound deadening materials such as carpet or acoustic tiles in the room.
• Place speakers strategically for ear access without causing those
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