To determine the stages of communicative, socio-emotional and cognitive development in children with and without hearing loss Module Content:

 

This will include:

• Understand from current research findings how a hearing loss can influence development in the areas of spoken language and literacy
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of evidence-based assessments used to evaluate the languages of D/deaf children, including bilingual deaf children
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the cognitive, social and educational challenges for children with and without hearing loss
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the effects of late-onset or acquired hearing loss on communication in children and adults.

 

A mission of the module is to engage a diverse group of allied health, educational and medical professionals in expanding and progressing their professional capacities in relation to hearing and balance related patient needs. A distinct benefit of the module is the opportunity for networking across the disciplines.