Words-In-Noise Test

Sensation: Audition

Acronym(s)

WIN

Language(s)

English, Spanish

Description

An assessment of the ability to recognize single words amid varying levels of background noise. The participant is asked to repeat the words presented by the audio.

Administration Info

Age range: 6+
Test Time: 6 minutes
Available in: NIH Toolbox
Administration: Examiner-administered
Devices: iPad
Additional equipment required: Yes
Qualification Level: N/A

Supplies & Equipment

  • Sennheiser HD201 Headphones (or any others that meet or exceed these specifications):
  • Bandwidth/Frequency Response:
    • 10 Hz – 10,000 Hz Isolation = 10 dB

OR

  • Greater Sensitivity:
    • 96 dB SPL/V or greater
  • Standard phone/laptop plug
    (3.5 mm)

Training Video

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