Send a signal to let others know one's location. Scholars investigate how scientists track the movement of marine wildlife. They model the process by creating a custom sound that can be used to identify each group member as they walk by.

Concepts

analog signals, acoustics, researching animals

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Instructional Ideas

• Have learners bring in various objects that make sound to use in the project
• Invite wildlife biologists to talk about their careers
  

Classroom Considerations

• Be sure that making sound will not disrupt other classes
  

Pros

• Provides some questions to use as discussion prompts
• Teacher guide indicates where to look for STEM practices
  

Cons

• None