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The present seminar will examine the effects of the classroom environment on children and will address current research on FM and Infrared classroom amplification systems.
   This is a Live Course which requires a Windows computer with speakers/headphones and a high-speed internet (Cable/DSL or faster) connection to participate. Take the short Test Drive to prepare your computer for this event. More information available in the FAQs/Help section.
Date: Wednesday, February 09, 2005
Start Time: 8:00 p.m. (Eastern) / 5:00 p.m. (Pacific)
Length: 120 minutes
Cost: Free to View
Course Presenter(s)
Carl C. Crandell, Ph.D., CCC-A
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Additional Course Information
Inappropriate classroom acoustics can compromise the academic achievement and psychosocial function of both children with normal hearing and children with hearing loss.
Speech perception, listening, and learning are often deleteriously affected by the acoustic characteristics of the classroom. Specifically, past research has demonstrated that inappropriate classroom acoustics can compromise academic performance, reading, spelling, behavior, attention, and concentration in children with normal and impaired hearing (see Crandell, Smaldino, & Flexer, 2004 for a review of past studies). One solution in reducing the deleterious effects of inadequate room acoustics is the utilization of either a personal or sound field Frequency Modulation (FM) amplification system. The present discussion will examine current research issues, many conducted by the presenter, concerning the utilization of FM amplification in the educational setting. Specifically, the following areas will be addressed: (1) effects of FM amplification on speech perception, behavior, listening, psychoeducational/ psychosocial development, and academic achievement; (2) appropriate pediatric populations for implementation of FM amplification; (3) effects of sound-field amplification on vocal dysfunction in teachers; (4) comparable analysis of various commercially available personal and sound field FM and Infrared amplification systems; (5) comparison of personal and sound-field amplification with other forms of classroom amplification; (6) procedures for evaluating the efficiency of FM units in the classroom; (7) behind the ear personal FM systems; and (8) parent, teacher, and student perception of FM amplification use in the classroom.
Course Objectives
- Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to Discuss the effects of classroom acoustics on speech perception, behavior, listening, psychoeducational/psychosocial development, and academic achievement.
- Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to Distinguish appropriate FM and/or Infrared technologies for children with normal hearing and hearing loss.
- Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to Identify the effects of classroom amplification on speech perception, behavior, listening, psychoeducational/psychosocial development, and academic achievement.
- Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to Recognize procedures and available tests for evaluating the efficiency of amplification systems in the classroom.
Time-ordered Agenda
| 7:00 - 7:05 p.m. |
Welcome and Introductions |
| 7:05 - 7:15 p.m. |
Rationale for the utilization of classroom amplification |
| 7:15 - 7:45 p.m. |
Overview on the academic, speech perceptual, and psychosocial effects of classroom acoustics on children with normal hearing and hearing loss |
| 7:45- 8:30 p.m. |
Current FM and Infrared amplification strategies and technologies for assisting children in the educational setting. |
| 8:30- 8:45 p.m. |
Procedures for measuring the efficacy of classroom amplification |
| 8:45 - 9:00 p.m. |
Questions and Answers |
Continuing Education Information
Offered: AAA/0.2, Intermediate; ASHA/0.2 Professional, Intermediate; CAA/2.0; CASLPA/2.0; IHS/2.0
Time will be allowed for interaction between the participants and the presenter.
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Passing an online exam will be required to earn continuing education credit.
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Preview Exam
Audiology Online is approved by the American Academy of Audiology to offer AAA CEUs for this activity. Refer to each activity for specific information about the CEUs offered. Academy approval of this continuing education activity does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
This course is offered for 0.2
ASHA CEUs (Professional level, Intermediate Area)
The Canadian Academy of Audiology (CAA) supports and assists its members in the attainment of continuing education towards an individual professional development plan as required by their Provincial Regulatory Colleges and Provincial Associations. Audiology Online is an approved provider of educational activities for CAA members. Each hour of activity may be counted as one Continuous Learning Activity Credit (or equivalent) as allowed by the applicable regulatory college or association.
Certified members of the Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (CASLPA) can accumulate continuing education equivalents (CEEs) for their participation with Audiology Online. One hour of coursework equals 1 CEE. All CASLPA members are encouraged to participate in on-going education.
This program is approved by the International Hearing Society and its educational committee, the International Institute for Hearing Instruments Studies. To learn more about earning IHS CE Credit, click here.
If you have any technical questions or problems related to this course, please contact Audiology Online toll free at 1-800-753-2160.
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