Sound and Sonification Design for Interactive Learning Tools

Designing sound representations of information can be a complex, but necessary part of engaging students and making material accessible to a larger group of learners. While advances in these tools (e.g., interactive simulations) have made many freely available to millions of STEM students and classrooms around the world, their reliance on visual-only representations makes it difficult for diverse groups of students to access the content. In this course we will introduce you to sound and sound de

• Identify concepts suitable for sound representation in learning tools
• Brainstorm sound design ideas for educational tools
• Evaluate sound designs for interactive learning
• Apply best practices in sound design for educational tools

• Basic knowledge of user experience design or interactive learning