Personal Amplification/Assisted Listening Device (ALD)

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A portable device that typically offer features like frequency modulation (FM) systems, infrared (IR) systems, or Bluetooth technology to wirelessly transmit sound from a microphone to the receiver, providing greater flexibility and convenience for users. These devices can significantly improve communication and quality of life for individuals with hearing differences.

  • Sensory
    • Communication
    • Hearing

High Tech

Considerations

Take the following considerations into account when selecting and implementing AT to ensure that the chosen tools are well-suited to the student’s needs, align with their goals, and seamlessly integrate into their educational journey. By embracing a collaborative approach and considering the specific skills, tasks, and implementation context, educators can provide students with the necessary support to thrive academically and functionally, promoting inclusivity and fostering their overall success.

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  • Teachers of Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (TODHH): A TODHH is trained to facilitate the academic, social, and linguistic development of students who are deaf or hard of hearing, ages birth to 21 years. They possess expertise in a range of communication modalities, including American Sign Language (ASL), English-based manual-visual languages, and spoken language. TODHHs assess individual student needs, develop tailored instructional plans, and collaborate with other professionals to ensure inclusive learning environments. They employ adaptive teaching strategies, assistive technologies, and specialized curricula to optimize students' educational experiences and promote their overall success in academic and social settings.

What skills or tasks will the student utilize this tool for? What areas, functional or academic, does this tool support?

Access to hearing in different environments

In what activities, classes, or environments will the student utilize this tool?

A Personal Amplification/Assisted Listening Device (ALD) is an assistive technology designed to help individuals with hearing differences in certain listening environments. 

ALDs can be beneficial in various situations, such as in noisy environments like restaurants, classrooms, or auditoriums, where background noise can make it difficult for individuals with different hearing levels to understand speech. They can also be useful for one-on-one conversations or watching TV. 

Resources and Training

CFR 300.324(a)(2)(v) requires the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) committee to consider whether a child needs assistive technology devices and services in the development, review, and revision of their IEP. This resource is intended to serve as a repository of the most commonly used AT resources to assist users with understanding the purpose of each AT tool, aspects of use for consideration within IEP development for students, and additional AT implementation resources.

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