The JSD Teachers for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Team has created a monthly newsletter. The full newsletter for February can be found at the link below. Stories include:
- Concentration Fatigue - DHH students…”Require more concentration to understand what is being said. Since they are compensating for their hearing loss, they tend to exhaust their visual senses. Some students may channel their fatigue through their behavior, others may tune out. Many students will get headaches, yawn, nod off, or glance around the room to stay awake or to give their eyes a moment to relax. Be conscious of increased eye fatigue when screen time is heavily used for instruction. Allow frequent breaks.” - Michaela Pattie
- Tricks to Try - Build in natural listening breaks. This can be done by switching between learning methods such as whole group, independent, or partner work etc. Encourage fresh air, low background noise, and minimized communication when possible.
- Check out all the newsletters at the JSD Deaf & Hard of Hearing Monthly "Tips" Newsletters Page
- Feb 2023 Incidental Learning Newsletter