This study examines the impact of an auditory integration-based developmental support programme on the sensory development and self-regulation skills of children with autism aged three to five years in Turkey. This mixed-methodology research combined quantitative and qualitative methods, and data were collected using a general information form,…

This article describes an intensive training program at the University of Colorado to prepare professionals to conduct auditory-verbal therapy with children with hearing loss. Training involves seminars on theory and application and supervised experiences. Also noted are origins of the program, the need for more university training programs, and…

Fifteen papers from special study institutes and workshops focus on understanding planning, providing residential and community services, and traininq for the deaf-blind. Included are the following titles and authors: "Definition of the Problem" (L. Smith); "Normalcy of the Abnormal--Body and Sense Thinking Development of the Organically Impaired"…

Four elements of clinical programming must be considered during development in order for a software program to be truly useful in rehabilitation: presentation of a useful task; treatment parameters selectable by clinicians; data collection/analysis; and authoring capability. These criteria govern the development of all Brain-Link Software…

Conducted at a Chapter 1 school serving mainly Hispanic and Black youth, this practicum developed a teacher-directed listening skills program for first grade students. The project goals were to provide auditory training and to increase proficiency in decoding skills. The listening skills program consisted of five components. The physiology of…

The paper addresses the development of early intervention programs with hearing impaired infants and toddlers and their families. It stresses the importance of working cooperatively with parents, the multidisciplinary approach, appropriate assessment of both child and family, appropriate intervention including monitoring of progress, and…

Intended as a guide for the design and implementation of parent-infant programs for the hearing impaired, the volume provides suggestions and sample materials from the program in Prince George's County, Maryland. Included in the guidelines for assessment of local need and identification of hearing impaired infants in the community are sample…

The curriculum guide is intended to assist families, school administrators, and teachers providing educational services to hearing impaired (HI) children in regular and special classes in Alberta, Canada. Explained in the introduction are such curriculum aspects as goals and purpose, population to be served, eligibility criteria, three…