Hearing impairment
There are four major ways in which hearing loss affects children-- http://www.asha.org/public/hearing/Effects-of-Hearing-Loss-on-Development/
1. It causes delay in the development of receptive and expressive communication skills (speech
and language).
2. The language deficit causes learning problems that result in reduced academic achievement.
3. Communication difficulties often lead to social isolation and poor self-concept.
4. It may have an impact on vocational choices.
1. It causes delay in the development of receptive and expressive communication skills (speech
and language).
2. The language deficit causes learning problems that result in reduced academic achievement.
3. Communication difficulties often lead to social isolation and poor self-concept.
4. It may have an impact on vocational choices.
organizational resources
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
http://www.asha.org/public/hearing/Effects-of-Hearing-Loss-on-Development/ This website provides information for any person needing to understand how a hearing impairment would affect the person whose hearing is impaired throughout their lives. There is also a link provided to obtain information on contacting an audiologist in the person's area for treatment or referral for assistance. There is also a list of the effects on a person's health and lifestyle as a result of hearing impairment.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/hearingloss/index.html Hearing loss can affect a child’s ability to develop communication, language, and social skills. The earlier children with hearing loss start getting services, the more likely they are to reach their full potential. If you are a parent and you suspect your child has hearing loss, trust your instincts and speak with your child’s doctor.
Kid's Health from Nemours
http://kidshealth.org/kid/index.jsp?tracking=K_Home The website if for educational purposes only. The site contains stories by other children about themselves, which are in print and audio formats. There are games, videos, and printed materials for children to help them understand what others have experienced and what is possible for them to accomplish even with their impairment. This is a great resource for parents that they can share together with their child.
http://www.asha.org/public/hearing/Effects-of-Hearing-Loss-on-Development/ This website provides information for any person needing to understand how a hearing impairment would affect the person whose hearing is impaired throughout their lives. There is also a link provided to obtain information on contacting an audiologist in the person's area for treatment or referral for assistance. There is also a list of the effects on a person's health and lifestyle as a result of hearing impairment.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/hearingloss/index.html Hearing loss can affect a child’s ability to develop communication, language, and social skills. The earlier children with hearing loss start getting services, the more likely they are to reach their full potential. If you are a parent and you suspect your child has hearing loss, trust your instincts and speak with your child’s doctor.
Kid's Health from Nemours
http://kidshealth.org/kid/index.jsp?tracking=K_Home The website if for educational purposes only. The site contains stories by other children about themselves, which are in print and audio formats. There are games, videos, and printed materials for children to help them understand what others have experienced and what is possible for them to accomplish even with their impairment. This is a great resource for parents that they can share together with their child.
strategies
• Understand the different types of hearing loss and their impact
• Understand the functional hearing needs of each particular student
• Minimize copying (student cannot listen and take notes at the time)
• Provide handouts such as syllabus, lesson plans, and assignments ahead of time
• Provide printed copies of presentations ahead of time
• If available, provide any visual aids that may assist in learning
• Provide student with the curriculum information in advance, such as pre-teach new vocabulary
and concepts in a small or one-on-one session (enabling the student to follow the classroom
session better)
If possible, use a microphone with preferential seating for the student next to the speaker.
• Understand the functional hearing needs of each particular student
• Minimize copying (student cannot listen and take notes at the time)
• Provide handouts such as syllabus, lesson plans, and assignments ahead of time
• Provide printed copies of presentations ahead of time
• If available, provide any visual aids that may assist in learning
• Provide student with the curriculum information in advance, such as pre-teach new vocabulary
and concepts in a small or one-on-one session (enabling the student to follow the classroom
session better)
If possible, use a microphone with preferential seating for the student next to the speaker.
Written by Marilee Sprenger, this is a great resource for teachers. The book addresses the use of technology to address the different learning styles of students. However, it also provides ways to use technology to assist students who are hearing and/or visually impaired. Additionally, techniques can be used for students who have ADHD or ADD to lesson distractions and keep them engaged.