SWBAT integrate place theory and frequency theory into one comprehensive explanation of how we pe...

1. Interest

1.1. animals

1.1.1. Allow students to investigate the different ranges that various animals are able to sense and perceive. Require them to explain how frequency and pitch theory allow them to sense and perceive different ranges.

1.1.2. Play various animal noises. Let students vote on whether the sounds are perceived primarily using frequency theory or place theory.

1.2. manga

1.2.1. Use popular anime characters in animations that explain frequency and place theory

1.2.2. Students will use their iPads to create a comic that compares pitch and frequency theory

2. Readiness

2.1. above grade level

2.1.1. Offer extension activities, including independent research opportunities

2.1.2. Allow advanced students to compile review materials, encouraging them to explain ideas as simply as possible while retaining meaning.

2.2. below grade level

2.2.1. Include a vocabulary list of potentially challenging words with Chinese translations

2.2.2. Scaffold questions.

3. Learner profile

3.1. musical

3.1.1. Allow students to choose a song to analyze. Students will choose a 10 second portion of the song and explain how place theory and frequency theory apply to how we perceive the changing pitches of the music.

3.1.2. Allow students to compare different musical instruments in terms of whether they rely more on frequency theory or place theory to be appreciated.

3.2. interpersonal

3.2.1. Allow students to work in pairs or groups on projects

3.2.2. Incorporate class discussions on how we perceive pitch.