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VERA System Software and Assistive Technology for Students with Hearing and Visual Impairments
Students with special needs who have hearing and visual impairments can use computer technology to enhance the learning process. Using VERA System Software, teachers can make learning fun and accessible for students who need assistive devices to see and hear what's going on in the classroom.

Published by Barbara (10,640 pts ) on Sep 26, 2009 to
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Swimming Lessons in School Physical Education for Children with Hearing Impairments
Swimming lessons in school is a fabulous activity for almost all children, but there are a few considerations from a teaching point of view for children who have a hearing impairment. This article explores the 'do's' and 'do nots' of teaching children with a hearing loss.

Published by Anne Vize (14,963 pts ) on Sep 5, 2009 to
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Don't Whistle - I Can't Hear You!
In Physical Education class, it is vital to consider the needs of children with a hearing impairment. Your direct teaching, demonstrations and safety instructions all depend on your students understanding the information. So put away your whistle, and think about good communication strategies in PE.

Published by Anne Vize (14,963 pts ) on Aug 7, 2009 to
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Hearing Impairments - What Are the Causes?
Do you have students who constantly miss information, or complain about you mumbling or slurring your words? Do they tend to misunderstand instructions or become lost in conversation? They may have a hearing impairment, and you need to know about it! This article explores the causes of hearing loss.

Published by Anne Vize (14,963 pts ) on Aug 3, 2009 to
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Makaton Signs - Weather Words
Makaton is a great special education tool for teaching life skills. It aids communication and provides a visual prompt for a verbal / auditory signal. Non- hearing impaired students can also benefit from Makaton, and this fun weather signs activity shows you how.

Published by Anne Vize (14,963 pts ) on Jul 4, 2009 to
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Speech Reading Techniques for Hearing Impaired Children
Speech reading is a skill and an art by which children with hearing impairments are provided with speech techniques to understand the verbal message by looking at the speaker’s face and bodily gestures. Speech reading skills can help hearing impaired children develop effective communication skills.

Published by rosy (3,036 pts ) on Apr 6, 2009 to
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Teaching Hearing Impaired Children
A teacher should make adjustments in the classroom to accommodate children with hearing loss and to build up their knowledge step by step. In the classroom a teacher should use the following instructional tips for successful teaching of hearing impaired children.

Published by rosy (3,036 pts ) on Mar 8, 2009 to
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