We are certainly living in a crazy time, experiencing things we could never have imagined. Living in the time of a pandemic has created obstacles and caused challenges for all of us. We all need new ways of thinking and going about our daily lives. For our students with hearing…
Remote Microphone Usage: Are the Rules Hard and Fast??
The Dalai Lama said “Know the rules well so you can break them effectively!” Is it possible that the Dalai Lama’s teachings relate to our kids with hearing loss? Read on…. It is the job of the hearing specialist in a school district, whether it be the educational audiologist, teacher…
DESPERATE TO FIT IN
Everyone knows that the teenage years are extremely difficult for all children. Teenagers worry about how they are perceived by others, whether it be what they wear, their acne, what classes they are taking, or what activities they do outside of school. For every decision that a teen makes, he/she…
Daily Practice: A Trip to the Deli and the Salon?
You might be asking yourself, “What does a trip to the deli and the salon have to do with hearing loss and listening practice?” Well, everything actually. Sandwiches and highlighting are the pinnacle of auditory training, so incorporating these into your day will help to improve listening skills tremendously. Ok.…
Reading Together: Make it Worth Every Minute
Winter is still here, which means you are spending more time indoors. It’s a perfect time to curl up with a book with your child. Book reading is an effective and proven way to develop language, vocabulary, grammar, and narrative language skills. Reading together with your child is a great…