Some Recommended Accommodations for
Students With Hearing Impaired

·    Preferential seating is important for this student.  Seated near the front of the class, the student will be able to utilize any residual hearing.

·    Don’t talk with your back to the class (as when writing on the chalkboard); it eliminates facial or lip-reading cues.

·    When showing slides or videos, an outline or summary of the material shown will greatly assist the student in processing this visual information.  Discuss lighting needs with the student in regards to lip-reading and interpreter services.

·    When questions are asked, repeat the question before answering.  With preferential seating the student will not be able to see and hear the rest of the class as well.

·    Beware of giving procedural information while handing out papers, etc.  Make sure such information is clearly understood by the student.

·    When “listening”, it is difficult to simultaneously take good notes.  A notetaker may need to be provided or provide the student with copies of your lecture notes.

·    If the student needs to use a sign language interpreter, discuss with the student and the interpreter where it would be best for the interpreter to be located to provide the greatest benefit for the student.  You may wish to experiment with different placements until you find the most successful one.

·    Electronic mail may be used for class and private discussions.

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