Tips for Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Tips for Deaf/Hard of Hearing http://www.myeport.com/published/a/ir/airedale Cindy Jepsen's MyEport collection items: <html><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">The following academic tips should assist you in working with students who are deaf or hard of hearing in post-secondary education.  Recommended on-campus referal sources are also included.</P> en-us cindy.jepsen@cgcmail.maricopa.edu (Cindy Jepsen) aud1@audsplace.com Academic Tips <html><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><SPAN style="COLOR: #006699"><FONT size=4>Academic tips for students who are deaf or hard of hearing</FONT></SPAN></B></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=square> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Repeat or rephrase questions/comments from the class before responding <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Face the class and speak naturally and at a moderate pace <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Avoid the temptation to pick up the pace when time is short <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Do not speak while writing on the board <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Lecture from the front of the room, not pacing around <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Point out who is speaking in group discussions <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Do not drink or chew gum while lecturing</LI></UL> cindyjepsen@cox.net Sun, 15 Apr 2007 06:31:00 GMT GUID-/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/1-Sun,15Apr200706:31:00GMT http://www.myeport.com/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/1/../ More Academic Tips <html><SPAN style="COLOR: #006699"><FONT size=4><STRONG>More academic tips</STRONG></FONT></SPAN> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=square> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Do not stand or sit in front of a window where shadows will impede lip reading <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Encourage communication from a student with a hearing loss <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Provide handouts on PowerPoint presentations, lecture notes, and assignments <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Write announcements and assignments on the board <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Use captioned films/videos/DVDs <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Seek instruction on the use of assistive listening devices (see Tips below) <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Seek instruction on working with interpreters in class (see Tips below)<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p> </o:p></LI></UL> cindyjepsen@cox.net Fri, 30 Mar 2007 12:15:00 GMT GUID-/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/5-Fri,30Mar200712:15:00GMT http://www.myeport.com/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/5/../ Working with Interpreters <html><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><SPAN style="COLOR: #006699"><FONT size=4>Tips on working with interpreters<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></B></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=square> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">An interpreters role is to facilitate communication <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Interpreters are not aides or participants in class <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Keep lines of sight free for visual access to information <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Interpreters need to stand or sit in direct line with you, the student, and any visuals <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Share any handouts, text books, technical vocabulary, syllabus, agenda, etc. which will enhance the quality of the interpreted message <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Speak naturally and at a reasonable, modest pace </LI></UL> cindyjepsen@cox.net Fri, 30 Mar 2007 11:28:00 GMT GUID-/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/2-Fri,30Mar200711:28:00GMT http://www.myeport.com/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/2/../ Working with Interpreters <html><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><SPAN style="COLOR: #006699"><FONT size=4>More tips on working with interpreters</FONT></SPAN></B></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=square> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">The interpreter must listen and understand a complete thought before signing it <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Interpreters are usually one or two sentences behind <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Address any communication to the student, not the interpreter <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Maintain eye contact with the student <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">For group work, semi-circles or circles work best <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Students cannot read or take notes while watching the interpreter<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p> </o:p></LI></UL> cindyjepsen@cox.net Fri, 30 Mar 2007 11:29:00 GMT GUID-/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/6-Fri,30Mar200711:29:00GMT http://www.myeport.com/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/6/../ FM Systems <html><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><SPAN style="COLOR: #006699"><FONT size=4>Tips on using FM Systems<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></B></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=square> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Request training from DRS or the student <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Position the microphone properly <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Perform a listening check <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Face the student when talking <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Speak slowly and clearly</LI></UL> cindyjepsen@cox.net Fri, 30 Mar 2007 11:37:00 GMT GUID-/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/3-Fri,30Mar200711:37:00GMT http://www.myeport.com/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/3/../ CGCC Referral Sources <html><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 9pt 0pt 0in"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><SPAN style="COLOR: #006699"><STRONG><FONT size=4>CGCC referral sources:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></FONT></STRONG></SPAN></P> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=square> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 9pt 0pt 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in"><A href="http://www.cgc.maricopa.edu/ss/advisement/reg.shtml">Advisement and Enrollment Services for heavy course loads, drop/add, incompletes</A> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 9pt 0pt 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in"><A href="http://webport.cgc.maricopa.edu/published/l/ce/lcenter/home/24/" target=_blank>CGCC Learning Center for tutoring services </A><A href="http://www.cgc.maricopa.edu/learning/center/"></A> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 9pt 0pt 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in"><A href="http://www.cgc.maricopa.edu/wellness/counseling_index.shtml">Cou</A><A href="http://webport.cgc.maricopa.edu/published/c/ou/counseling/home/1/" target=_blank>nseling and Personal Development courses, i.e. Strategies for College Success </A><A href="http://www.cgc.maricopa.edu/wellness/counseling_index.shtml"></A> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 9pt 0pt 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in"><A href="http://webport.cgc.maricopa.edu/published/d/se/dservices/home/4/" target=_blank>Disability Resources and Services (DRS) for academic accommodations </A><A href="http://webport.cgc.maricopa.edu/published/d/se/dservices1/home/1/"></A> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 9pt 0pt 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><A href="http://webport.cgc.maricopa.edu/published/s/li/slife/composite/1/" target=_blank>Student Life and Leadership for social integration</A></SPAN></LI></UL></SPAN> cindy.jepsen@cgcmail.maricopa.edu Sun, 05 Aug 2007 04:30:00 GMT GUID-/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/4-Sun,05Aug200704:30:00GMT http://www.myeport.com/published/a/ir/airedale/collection/10/4/../index.shtml#item.4