Further explains why FM/DM systems are needed for access to instruction even when personal hearing devices and whole classroom audio is used. Good information to share at IEP meetings and when inserv
...icing teachers on the benefits of FM systems.
The information below on provision of assistive tECH-nology has been derived from sections of IDEA and Office of Special Education Program comments. The guidance provided helPS- clarify the intent of
...IDEA and may be useful to professionals and parents alike who are trying to advocate appropriate services and supports for children with hearing loss.
Explains the impact of listening in a typical classroom. Great information to share when inservicing teachers. Discusses misconceptions about hearing aids and cochlear implant devices and how they can
... contribute to problems listening. See BUNDLE at S0XHT798.
The SpeECH- Audibility Audiogram for Classroom Listening is based on the Count-the-Dot Audiogram and provides an estimate of percent audibility in quiet and noise for different ranges of hearing loss.
... It is most appropriate to use for flat hearing loss. Can be paired with FLE and audiological evaluation information to inform on the impact of hearing loss for speECH- perception in the classroom. Use described in the free article: S0XTEA0396
Worksheet for entire Upper Elementary Advocacy in Action curriculum. There are 62 worksheets covering topics such as amplification (hearing aid, cochlear implant, FM system), listening environments a
...nd social awareness situations. Bundle IDs 0502-0526
Explains the difficulties of peer communication and student collaboration activities for students with hearing loss. Includes some strategies for improving listening conditions. See BUNDLE at S0XHT79
...8.
This
article reviews various online learning platforms, video conferencing tools,
captioning options, and resources related to use of face masks for students
with hearing loss. It i
...ncludes Top 10
Tips for Ensuring Access for Your Hard of Hearing Student, which is
applicable to any learning setting, with or without masks!
This information describes infant development for 9-18 months in terms of successful hearing aid use and what families should be aware of, and can do to support full-time hearing aid wear. Provides d
...etail on why to check hearing aids daily and on how to perform a Ling sound listening check for 9-14 and 14-18 months of age and how lack of response relates to the audiogram. Includes information about typical development of speech production skills.
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