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This study investigates noise pollution levels in two elementary schools. Also, “noise
level awareness and sensitivity training” was given for reducing noise pollution, and the
effects and results of this training were evaluated. ‘Sensitivity’ training was given to 611
students and 48 teachers in a private and a public school. Questionnaires, sound meter
observations, and the reflections of the student teachers participating in the study were
used for collecting data. The findings showed that noise levels measured in both schools
were much higher than national and international upper limits. The data obtained
through the first questionnaire indicated that students and teachers had little knowledge,
understanding, sensitivity, and awareness of noise pollution. Sound meter measurements
recorded after training showed no decrease in the noise levels of the schools. However,
post-training observations, questionnaires, and reflections of the pre-service teachers
demonstrated that the awareness and sensitivity of students and teachers about noise
pollution in schools increased. A decrease occurred in their following perception: “that
noise pollution in schools cannot be prevented”. Teacher reflections showed that
positive change in the awareness and sensitivity about noise pollution manifested itself
in the behaviors of the students and the teachers considerably. It was concluded that
teachers and administrators must display sensitive behaviors in regard to the noise in
particular, this issue should be emphasized during lessons and the training in schools
should be given to students as of early ages.
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