Lesson 5: Anatomy of the Human Ear

Topic: Hearing Part of: Unit: Challenges and Changes: Sensitivity to Vision & Hearing Compromises

• Focus: To explore the basics of hearing, first start with a knowledge of the anatomy of the ear. After this lesson, students should know the structures of the ear, be able to locate them, and explain their basic function.

Activities | Introduction | Resources & Web Sites

Activities

Activity 5A: Anatomy of the Human Ear

(anatomy, ear, anatomical defect, function)

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Introduction

This unit begins exploring problems related to hearing in lesson 5, "Anatomy of the Human Ear." This lesson is an introduction to the basic anatomy and vocabulary of the ear. Handouts, line drawings of the ear, and glossaries are provided for students to use in learning the anatomy.

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Resources & Web Sites

Sight and Hearing Association - dedicated to preventing the needless loss of vision and hearing through effective screening, education and research. http://www.sightandhearing.org/

 

Better Hearing Institute - information on hearing loss, tinnitus, and hearing aids, as well as a directory of hearing care providers. http://www.betterhearing.org/

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