Introduction:
Introduction:
Module 1 contains beneficial information including videos and activities for you to watch, review, and read. Complete all activities and the assessment included in the module. Downloadable versions of the graphic resources from Module 1 can be located by selecting the Resources tab in the website navigation menu. Upon completion of the Activities and the Assessment Exercise, move on to Module 2 by using the NEXT tab at the bottom of the page, or use the website navigation menu on the left of the screen.
Proceed to the Activities below to begin the module. Click the arrow to start the Module 1 video.
Activities:
Watch: Module 1 video (click the red arrow to view)
Watch: Rachel Colman video (click the red arrow to view)
As you and your child begin the deaf communication therapy journey, this video from MyDeafChild.org by Rachel Colman, deaf advocate and parent of a deaf child, provides insight from someone who has experienced what you may be experiencing right now.
Watch: Understanding hearing loss in babies and children video (click the red arrow to view)
Review: Degrees of Hearing Loss graphic
Read: List of commonly used acronyms (click the thumbnail images to enlarge)
Assessment Exercise:
Complete the assessment activity below reviewing the information presented in the module. Upon completion of the assessment exercise, continue to Module 2 using the NEXT tab at the bottom of the page.