Explains the fundamental concepts and principles of auditory rehabilitation.
Evaluates the effects of hearing loss on an individual's communication, education, and social and psychosocial life.
Determines auditory rehabilitation needs.
Explains the basic features of hearing aids and their role in rehabilitation.
Explains the role of cochlear implants and other auditory implants in the rehabilitation process.
Defines the fundamental steps of auditory rehabilitation in children.
Plans auditory rehabilitation programs for adults and elderly individuals.
Selects appropriate methods to assess the development of auditory skills.
Implements an individual- and family-centered rehabilitation approach.
Utilizes counseling and communication skills during the auditory rehabilitation process.
Sets rehabilitation goals based on the individual's needs.
Evaluates auditory rehabilitation outcomes and modifies the program as necessary.
Mode of Delivery
Face to face
Prerequisites
No
Recommended Optional Programme Components
ODYO108 Language and Speech Development and Disorders
ODYO206 Communication and Language Disorders and Assessment
ODYO207 Developmental Psychology
Course Description
This course aims to provide students with theoretical knowledge about the basic concepts related to auditory rehabilitation (AR), including behavioural evaluation, counselling, planning, and intervention methods applied to all age groups.
Course Contents
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
Introduction to auditory rehabilitation
2nd Week
Effects of hearing loss on the individual
3rd Week
Auditory rehabilitation assessment
4th Week
Hearing aids and auditory rehabilitation
5th Week
Cochlear implants and auditory rehabilitation
6th Week
Auditory rehabilitation in children
7th Week
MIDTERM EXAM
8th Week
Auditory rehabilitation in children
9th Week
Auditory skills training
10th Week
Communication approaches in auditory rehabilitation
11th Week
Auditory rehabilitation in adults
12th Week
Auditory rehabilitation in the geriatric population
13th Week
Planning the rehabilitation program and evaluating outcomes
14th Week
Case management and general assessment
Recommended or Required Reading
1. Genç, G. A., & Gökdoğan, Ç. (2022). Pediatrik Odyoloji. Hipokrat Kitabevi.
2. Schow, L. R., & Nerbonne, A. M. (2017). Introduction to Audiologic Rehabilitation. Pearson.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lecture
Discussion
Questions/Answers
Problem Solving
Case Study
Practice
Report Preparation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity
Percentage (%)
Mid-term
1
40
Assignment
10
10
Total(%)
50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)