Hearing impairment

HEARING IMPAIRMENT Understanding

Course Outline ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],II. Rehabilitation Programs for the Hearing Impaired ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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Hearing Impairment Understanding Module 1

What is HEARING IMPAIRMENT? “ The difficulty to hear clearly as much as others normally do.”

“ Hearing impairment is not only the handicap of not being able to hear. It encompasses emotional problems, problems in socialization, and even in learning …” Helen Keller says… “ The problems of deafness are deeper and more complex. It is a much worse misfortune for it means the loss of the most vital stimulus, the sound of voice, that brings language, sets thoughts astir and keeps us in the company of man. “

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CLASSIFICATION OF H.I. 1. According to the age at onset of deafness ,[object Object],[object Object],2. According to language development ,[object Object],[object Object]

Classification 3. According to place of impairment ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Classification 4. According to degree of hearing loss Classification Degree of Hearing Loss Slight 27-40 dB Mild 41-55 dB Moderate 56-70 dB Severe 71-90 dB Profound 91 dB or more

CAUSES OF H.I. 1. Pre-Natal Causes ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],2. Peri-Natal ,[object Object],[object Object]

Causes 3. Post-Natal ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

CHARACTERISTICS ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],EMOTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS ABILITIES ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Characteristics SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Rehabilitation Programs for the Hearing Impaired Module 2

ASSESSMENT OF HEARING LOSS In the absence of an AUDIOMETER, the following simple tests may be administered: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Assessment Significant Observations ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Assessment-observations 7. Fails to respond immediately 8. Has blank facial expression when talked to 9. Often unable to follow oral directions/instructions 10. Is less responsive to noise, voice or music 11. Shows marked imitativeness at work/play 12. Has difficulty associating concrete with abstract ideas 13. Has poor general learning performance

AREAS OF ASSESSMENT 1. Physical-Motor Area ,[object Object],2. Perceptual and Cognitive Areas ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

3. Language and Speech Area ,[object Object],[object Object],Assessment-Areas 4. Psychosocial Area ,[object Object]

EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS The education of the deaf has three constant underlying sources of tension, friction and controversy: WHERE should deaf students be taught? HOW should deaf students be taught? WHAT should deaf students be taught?

WHERE should deaf students be taught? Residential Institutions Special Schools and Units ,[object Object],[object Object],Community Services ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

WHERE should deaf students be taught? Baguio City SPED Center San Lorenzo Ruiz Institute (SLRI) Baguio School for the Deaf (BSD) SPED Easter College Other Areas: STAC

HOW should deaf students be taught? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],-use of residual hearing, development of speech and speech reading - use of sign language, finger spelling, pantomime and natural gestures - combination of both methods

WHAT should deaf students be taught? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],- English, Math, Science, Filipino, P.E., etc. - Rhythm, Auditory Training, Speech and Language

Communicating with the Hearing Impaired Module 3

The Sign Language Continuum 1. Non-verbal Communication ,[object Object],[object Object],2. Sign Language ,[object Object],[object Object],1 5 2 3 4 3. Signed English ,[object Object],[object Object],4. Finger Spelling ,[object Object],5.Simultaneous Method - speech in conjunction with manual communication

The Nature of the Language of Signs ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Nature of Signs ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Conduct in Communicating By Signs ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Conduct ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

I CAN I can live, I can love I can reach the heaven’s above I can right what is wrong, I can sing just any song I can dance, I can fly And touch the rainbow in the sky I can be your good friend I can love you until the end. What took you so long to make me feel I can give love, a love so real What took you so long to let me know What took you so long to make me see How lucky I am cause I am free Free to do the things I want to be

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