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The Sound Localization Guidebook Prototype
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Preface
As with the original edition, the specifi c objective of this
revised book is to meet the sound localization needs of
young learners who are blind. The activities presented are
suited to a variety of situations and learners. Every effort has
been made to provide the classroom teacher, aide, physical
education instructor, and orientation and mobility specialist
with a basic inventory of activities to use in the development
of sound localization skills. The activities outlined also
include ones permitting participation of individuals or small
groups of learners who are blind with their sighted peers.
revised book is to meet the sound localization needs of
young learners who are blind. The activities presented are
suited to a variety of situations and learners. Every effort has
been made to provide the classroom teacher, aide, physical
education instructor, and orientation and mobility specialist
with a basic inventory of activities to use in the development
of sound localization skills. The activities outlined also
include ones permitting participation of individuals or small
groups of learners who are blind with their sighted peers.
In addition, this new edition includes a list of sport activities
that can be taught to children and enjoyed by individuals
of any age.
that can be taught to children and enjoyed by individuals
of any age.
The fi rst edition of this book was a product of the
Sound Localization Institute held in April, 1972 at the
American Printing House for the Blind (APH), Louisville,
Kentucky. Drawn from the extensive experience of the
participants, the activities and learning situations represent
a variety of successful approaches to teaching sound
localization. Undoubtedly other activities and approaches
are also effective. The reader is invited and encouraged to
send APH additional activities or simple procedures that
foster sound localization skills. Suggestions for revising or
editing activities that have been presented as well as new
activities or approaches will be considered for inclusion
in the next edition.
Sound Localization Institute held in April, 1972 at the
American Printing House for the Blind (APH), Louisville,
Kentucky. Drawn from the extensive experience of the
participants, the activities and learning situations represent
a variety of successful approaches to teaching sound
localization. Undoubtedly other activities and approaches
are also effective. The reader is invited and encouraged to
send APH additional activities or simple procedures that
foster sound localization skills. Suggestions for revising or
editing activities that have been presented as well as new
activities or approaches will be considered for inclusion
in the next edition.
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