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Nancy K. Cambron
SPHSC 481
Seattle Campus
Introduction to methods of communicative rehabilitation of person with hearing loss. Remediation principles of auditory and visual perception, amplification, communication strategies, and information counseling. Required for majors. Prerequisite: SPHSC 471; may not be repeated. Offered: WSp.
Class description
Introductory course focusing on adult audiologic rehabilitation, including theory and practical applications. Will cover modes of communication, amplification, hearing assistive devices, cochlear implants, room acoustics, communication strategies, and informational counseling.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Lecture meets twice weekly with labs once per week. Lectures will consist of Powerpoint presentations & class discussion. Labs will provide opportunities to perform hands-on applications of topics covered in lecture.
Recommended preparation
Complete readings and assignments prior to lectures. Read lab assignments prior to labs - some items need to be completed before coming to lab.
Class assignments and grading
Brief written assignments based on outside readings. Assignments are due at the BEGINNING of class.
There will be three exams in addition to the final examination. Each exam will be equally weighted at 100 points. The lowest score of the four exams will be dropped from your grade. Examinations will cover readings, lectures, & lab materials. The Final examination will be comprehensive. All labs & observation must be completed before grade will be issued. Three exams (100 points each) = 300 points Assignments = 20 points Lab Practical = 80 points Total = 400 points
