by Karen | Sep 7, 2020 | For Professionals, Listening (Auditory Skills) Development
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced educators worldwide to adjust their methods of teaching, moving from direct classroom instruction to virtual teaching. While these adjustments have proved challenging, teachers everywhere are providing instruction in reading, math,...
by Karen | Aug 24, 2020 | E-Learning, For Professionals
Navigating the digital classroom isn’t always seamless, which is why focusing on e-learning access and advocacy is absolutely vital for students with hearing loss. While online learning opens up incredible new opportunities, it also introduces a whole new set of...
by Karen | Jul 20, 2020 | E-Learning, For Professionals
The sudden transition to e-learning coronavirus protocols caught many school districts off guard, creating immediate accessibility hurdles for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Captions, visible faces, clear audio, and consistent use of student supports can...
by Karen | Jul 17, 2020 | E-Learning, For Professionals
E-learning survey results for students who are deaf or hard of hearing revealed major challenges with communication access, accommodations, captioning, assistive technology, and accessibility during virtual classes. The survey shows that remote learning created new...
by Karen | Jul 16, 2020 | E-Learning, For Professionals
E-learning can work well for students who are deaf or hard of hearing when schools plan for communication access from the start. Captions, visible faces, shared materials in advance, and clear turn-taking rules can help students understand lessons and participate more...
