Resources for deaf/hearing impaired children

Visual Aids write main headings, keywords and key questions on board or Overhead Projector before starting a lesson Clearly point out objects which are being discussed If possible, use video tapes with subtitles, or if not available, write out a summary of content Allow the deaf child to take video home for second viewing if …
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Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)

People with this condition find it difficult to process words in order to receive the meaning. It is not a hearing problem and they may well be able to repeat the words back. This may be one of the primary causes of dyslexia. APD is not a medical condition and it is not one which …
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Teaching pupils with a visual impairment

Make sure any pupil who has glasses wears them. Seat visually impaired children close to the blackboard, screen etc. Think about the lighting, decor and organisation of the room.  Ask the visually impaired child what is best. Consider a desk lamp for more seriously visually impaired child. Supply taped instructions or enlarged text where necessary. …
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Teaching pupils with hearing problems

Be aware of background noise. Make sure that you have the child’s attention before starting to talk. Eye contact is important; with young children you may have to get down to their level. Speak clearly, naturally and do not shout. Face the child and maintain a distance between you of about 1 – 2 metres …
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Visual Impairment / Blindness

There is a wide range of types and degree of visual impairment from short-sightedness, correctable with glasses to people who have virtually no useful sight – those registered blind.  There is also the problem of colour blindness which can occur in up to 10% of boys. Sometimes it is not the eye itself which causes …
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Deafness/Hearing Problems

About one in 1000 babies are born with hearing loss Other trauma throughout the first 10 years of life causes the numbers to rise to 2 in 1000 with hearing loss ‘Glue ear’ can cause temporary hearing loss to some children resulting in delayed learning. A condition in which one of the parts of the …
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