Auracast is transforming how people with hearing loss access sound in everyday public spaces. This session will equip audiologists with the knowledge to become effective Auracast advocates in their own communities.
Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to describe the core principles of Auracast and how it differs from traditional assistive listening technologies.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify key public listening environments in their community where Auracast could meaningfully improve accessibility.
- After this course, participants will be able to communicate the value of Auracast effectively to patients, families, and community stakeholders.
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction and context |
| 5-10 Minutes | Overview of Auracast and how it differs from loops, FM, and classic Bluetooth |
| 10-15 Minutes | Real-world examples of Auracast installations |
| 15-20 Minutes | Explaining Auracast to patients |
| 20-30 Minutes | Building an Auracast advocacy plan; tips for working with decision-makers |
Presented By
Jill Mecklenburger
AuD
Principal Audiologist
Jill Mecklenburger is a Principal Audiologist in the Global Audiology group at GN Hearing. Her background includes managing projects and clinical research trials, contributing to the development of new and innovative hearing aid technology. Utilizing insight gained from these experiences, she has lectured at audiology conferences worldwide. Her areas of interest and expertise include wireless connectivity and evaluating user benefits of hearing aid technology. Dr. Mecklenburger has been with GN since 2003 in various roles including Research Audiologist and Product Manager. She is board certified by the American Board of Audiology.
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Financial: Jill Mecklenburger is employed by ReSound. Non-financial: Jill Mecklenburger has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is presented by ReSound in partnership with AudiologyOnline.
Content Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.
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