Available in 2014
| WebLearn GradSchool | Semester 1 |
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Previously offered in 2013, 2012
This course aims to provide teachers of the deaf with a broad overview of auditory development and audiological practice. Students will be introduced to the anatomy and physiology of hearing as a basis for understanding the mechanisms underlying auditory perception. The causes and implications of various types of hearing loss will be examined. Procedures and testing techniques will also be explored. Topics covered in this area will include screening, behavioural assessment, objective assessment, and evoked potential testing techniques. Students will develop an understanding of clinical reports and audiograms. Hearing aids, cochlear implants and other assistive listening devices are reviewed and students will learn skills in troubleshooting and monitoring such devices.
RIDBC Renwick Centre administers this course. Before enrolling in this course, review the RIDBC Renwick Centre Student Handbook at http://www.ridbc.org.au/renwick/courses/current.php . Completion of this course requires attendance at a compulsory campus conference. Dates and venues of campus conferences are available in the RIDBC Renwick Centre Timetable located at http://www.ridbc.org.au/renwick/courses/current.php .
| Objectives | Upon completion of this course, students will be expected to: 1. Discuss basic audiology terminology and constructs with parents of children with hearing loss; 2. Explain the delivery of audiology services for children and students with hearing loss; 3. Identify and describe audiological screening and assessment procedures; 4. Provide a basic description of the components and features of hearing aids, cochlear implants and FM systems, and how to carry out rudimentary troubleshooting; and 5. Discuss the underlying theory of environmental acoustics and modifications, and to apply this to school-based settings. |
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| Content | Topics will include: Auditory system: -The auditory system, including the development and anatomy of the ear, physiology of hearing, and functions of the auditory system; -Disorders of the auditory system; common pathologies of the outer, middle, and inner ear, and central auditory nervous system; and -Auditory development. Hearing loss: -Auditory perception; -Defining and classifying hearing loss; -Understanding the audiogram; -The effects of hearing loss on speech and language; and -Educational audiology in context. Audiological assessment: -The Principles of audiological assessment for infants and children; -Behavioural hearing testing and protocols; -Overview of physiologic hearing testing and protocols; and -Understanding and interpreting audiological assessments/reports, and referral procedures. Hearing screening across the paediatric population including universal newborn hearing screening. Hearing technology and strategies to facilitate access: -Overview of amplification technology including hearing aids, implantable devices, FM systems and assistive listening devices; -Environmental acoustics: background noise, reverberation and distance; -Assessing and modifying the learning environment and curriculum to facilitate student access; -Integrating and facilitating assistive and alternate technologies into classroom practice and individualised educational plans and programs; -Performing and supporting the maintenance/minor repairs of technological equipment; and -The role of government and non-government agencies in facilitating treatment and support. |
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| Replacing Course(s) | Nil | ||||||
| Transition | Nil | ||||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||||
| Assumed Knowledge | na | ||||||
| Modes of Delivery | Distance Learning : IT Based | ||||||
| Teaching Methods | Problem Based Learning
Self Directed Learning Workshop |
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| Contact Hours | Self Directed Learning: for 8 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Problem Based Learning: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Workshop: for 6 hour(s) per Term for Full Term |
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| Timetables | 2014 Course Timetables for EDUC6661 |