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Volume 11
“Educational Village” for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Hilary Clinton coined the phrase “It takes a village to raise a child” in 1996, reminding us that everyone in the community plays a role in supporting children and families. For deaf and hard-of-hearing students, there is an “educational village,” with many dedicated people providing the services they need for successful learning. But who are these villagers?
Volume 10
“Can’t I Do That Myself?”: Using Apps To Provide Agency for Students with Hearing Loss
This edition’s column was inspired by Gael Hannen’s most recent article, “A Client’s Rant”, which reminded me that it’s so important for clients to express how hard it is to have a hearing loss, and for professionals to acknowledge this.
Volume 9
Non-auditory Effects of Noise in the Classroom: Students
This article is a continuation from the previous column in issue #4 of CanadianAudiologist.ca, but this time around, concentrating on the non-auditory effects of noise in the classroom for students, rather than for teachers.
From Clinic to Classroom: Are Recommendations Lost in Translation?
A crucial part of any audiological assessment is the provision of recommendations to support student learning. While many of our recommendations have a solid theoretical foundation, research on their efficacy is sometimes scant or contradictory.
Volume 8
Back to School During a Pandemic (still): Lessons Learned
We have now all survived a full year of school during a pandemic – what have we learned? What lessons can we take forward into the next year of uncertainty, given that Ministries of Education across Canada have released back-to-school plans which assume in-person learning?
Collaborating for Effective HAT Choices
Classrooms are dynamic listening environments and we need to continually evaluate whether we have appropriately matched the needs of the student with the recommended technology (and pivot when necessary).
Volume 7
Online Learning Success for Students with Hearing Loss
Pam Millett looks at how the rapid rise in online learning due to COVID-19 has created unique challenges for students with hearing loss and why not enough time and attention has been paid to issues for students with special needs.
The Incredible Shrinking FM Receiver
It is challenging for clinical audiologists to keep track of advances in FM system technology. With parent consent, picking up the phone or sending an email to collaborate on technology choices ensures that our students have the best possible access to the world through hearing.
Volume 5
Can Streaming Technologies Replace Personal “FM” Systems in the Classroom?
Pam Millet looks at whether streaming technologies can replace personal “FM” systems in the classroom.
Ready, S.E.T., Listen: A Model for Choosing Hearing Assistance Technology
Pam Millett tell us how the Ready, S(tudent) E(nvironment) T(eacher), Listen model framework was modified to discuss variables that audiologists need to consider to make the best choice of Hearing Assistance Technology. In this column, Pam focuses on the S – the student part.