Communication Strategies for Individuals with Hearing Loss

Flashcards summarizing key concepts and vocabulary related to communication strategies for individuals with hearing loss.

Anticipating problems in communication

Involves choosing an appropriate environment and ensuring visibility, such as avoiding noise and making facial expressions visible.

Repair strategies

Techniques used to overcome communication breakdowns, including asking for repetition or clarification.

Receptive repair strategies

Strategies used by the listener to ask for repetition or more information to understand a message better.

Expressive repair strategies

Strategies used by the speaker to clarify or simplify their message for better understanding.

Facilitator strategies

Approaches used to improve general communication effectiveness, such as advocating for accommodations.

Closed set vs. open set questions

Closed set questions provide specific choices for answers, while open set questions allow broader responses.

Alternative communication methods

Include techniques like American Sign Language (ASL), typing, or gesturing to convey messages.

Visual cues

Non-verbal signals used to enhance understanding in communication, such as facial expressions or written supports.

Feedback

Responses from the listener that indicate their understanding of the communication, helping clarify misunderstandings.

Context cues

Information given by the speaker that helps the listener understand the topic and the direction of the conversation.