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In Florida, we use the terms Auditory Oral, Auditory Verbal, and Listening and Spoken Language Services interchangeably. Auditory Oral services are defined in Florida Statute as "a program that develops and relies solely on listening skills and uses an implant or assistive hearing device for the purpose of relying on speech and spoken language skills as the method of communication and uses faculty and supervisors certified as listening and spoken language specialists each day the child is in attendance."
These programs:
Help children develop the auditory processing and language centers of their brains during the critical developmental window when it is still possible.
Teach children to use the sound signals from hearing technology like hearing aids and cochlear implants.
Prepare deaf children to learn in mainstream educational environments beginning at an early age (usually some time between Pre-K and 1st grade).
Use reliably effective and research based strategies to help deaf children achieve academic, literacy, and language skills comparable to their hearing peers.
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Learn About LSL with Audiologist Carol Flexor - What is your destination?
Summary Of Research On Auditory Verbal/Auditory Oral Effectiveness
Understanding Hearing Loss and Audiogram Results
The Familiar Sounds Audiogram Ebook - What can my child hear? What does their hearing loss mean?
How Often Should My Child Wear Their Hearing Technology?
The Speech Banana Vs The Speech Green Bean - Carol Flexer
LMH Test for Monitoring Listening
How Do I Know If I'm Recieving Good Services For My Child?
Short Video Tips Breaking Down LSL Strategies - John Tracy Clinic
Tips and Strategies by Developmental Stage - Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech
This website and any links are provided for educational purposes NOT medical or legal advice. For those purposes, please consult the appropriately licensed professionals.
The links provided on this website are to resources that parents and professionals have found to be helpful and educational. As the internet is a dynamic and ever changing environment, it is possible that a linked resource could contain information not endorsed by the Coalition. The Coalition stands adamantly opposed to any discrimination or harassment in regard to age, disability, national or ethnic origin, race, religious belief, sex, political affiliation, or otherwise as may be prohibited by federal and state law.
The Coalition is, at its core, supportive of the right of parents and guardians to choose the communication mode best suited to meet the needs of their individual child, recognizing that there are many factors to consider and communication options. In focusing on the particular needs of families pursuing a listening and spoken language option, it is not the Coalition’s position that this is the best option for every child. It is, however, a particular area of need and the one that this not-for profit is organized to support.
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