Education of Deaf Children Overview
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What is the purpose of the Speech banana graph mentioned in the text?

  • To show different types of hearing aids
  • To indicate the impact of hearing loss on individuals
  • To depict what can be heard at different hearing levels (correct)
  • To display different styles of hearing aid
  • Which component of a hearing aid converts acoustic signals to electric signals?

  • Microphone (correct)
  • Receiver
  • Amplifier
  • Body worn
  • What is a characteristic of analogue hearing aids as mentioned in the text?

  • Digital signal conversion
  • Non-linear amplification
  • Control of what sounds to tune out
  • Limited manipulation and sound directionality (correct)
  • Why are behind the ear hearing aids necessary according to the text?

    <p>When more power is required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between linear amplification and non-linear amplification as per the text?

    <p>Non-linear amplification requires brain control over sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did digital hearing aids start being available in the NHS according to the text?

    <p>Around 10-15 years ago</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Partially Hearing Units (PHU) and Deaf Bases?

    <p>PHU are for children who are too deaf for normal schools but too hearing for deaf schools, while Deaf Bases are areas within mainstream schools where deaf kids are segregated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one advantage of attending a Deaf school?

    <p>Being surrounded by other deaf students to relate to.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of school may have smaller class sizes, usually with around 10 students per class?

    <p>Deaf schools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Oralism education for deaf children?

    <p>Teaching deaf children to speak.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key feature of Cued Speech in helping individuals with hearing difficulties understand language and literacy?

    <p>Combining hand shapes with mouth movements to distinguish parts of spoken language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Signed Supported English (SSE) from British Sign Language (BSL)?

    <p>SSE uses signs in English word order, while BSL is a visual collection of signs and symbols.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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