Deaf Hard of Hearing Deaf-Blind

Severe impairment Cannot process linguistic information through hearing Not included in the parameters of deaf Permanent or fluctuating impairment Adversely affects educational performance

Simultaneous vision and hearing impairment Causes severe education and developmental challenges Neither considered full Deafness or Blindness

Partially Sighted Low Vision Fully Blind

Some type of vision problem which results in a need for special education S evere visual impairment Unable to view with glasses or contact lenses

Very limited field of vision or no vision Students learn via Braille

Provide accessible instructional materials to the students Large Print Books Books on tape/CD Braille books

Well-lighted room Clear and direct view of mouth and face Reduce background noise Speak clearly and naturally Make sure the lips show clearly

The interpreters can be used to aid in the understanding in a classroom They interpret spoken English using sign language Go over technical terms ahead of time with the interpreter When replying to a query, look at the student not the interpreter Student should direct all questions to the instructor and not the interpreters

Can be translated into print format Transcribing services can be hired If available, use Assistive Learning Devices Or use Computer-Aided Real-time Translation

Break-up long sentences Reduce difficult vocabulary load Reduce concept density Use simple coordinating conjunctions e.g. but, for, so, and Make technical terms absolutely clear

Get their attention first and then address Do not appear alarmed Facial expressions, gestures and body language will help in communicating Sequence topics logically Use written announcements Make whiteboard notes legible

H: Access to auditory information L: requires attention and intention Hearing/Listening and use of linguistic information forms communication Normal hearing does not assure that one is a good listener

A study has proven that both speed of processing and auditory memory can be enhanced by training.

A study has proven that both speed of processing and auditory memory can be enhanced by training