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ABSTRACT INFORMATION
Title: 'Online Together: We’re Listening' Track: 4 - Early Intervention Keyword(s): telepractice, listening, language, coaching, internet Learning Objectives: Participants will identify key aspects of a coaching model for supporting and educating families of children with hearing loss who receive listening and spoken language services via online therapy. Participants will integrate known best practices of Listening and Spoken Language with innovative coaching techniques developed through online therapy. Participants will analyze case studies and discuss with experienced providers how to be responsive to the family and child’s needs during online therapy. Abstract: Newborn hearing screening and the advancements in hearing technology have provided the opportunity for children with hearing loss to access listening and spoken language at a very young age. Locating a professional trained in listening and spoken language therapy in many regions of the country, however, may be a challenge for families. Technological innovations in online therapy have made access to these professionals obtainable through the development of a comprehensive coaching model which works with parents and caregivers. This presentation will provide an overview of listening and spoken language therapy that establishes a dynamic connection between the child’s auditory development and the development of receptive and expressive spoken language with an emphasis on a family-centered approach in early intervention. The coaching and collaboration between the therapist and the parent/caregiver participating in direct and ongoing listening and spoken language sessions enhances effective intervention and is designed to extend newly acquired skills beyond the online therapy session. A comprehensive coaching model created for an online therapy-based approach to listening and spoken language development for young children with hearing loss will be presented. Within this model, collaborative planning occurs, increasing opportunities for learning outside of the session. Session activities are designed to reflect the child’s interests and functional communication which may increase and support community participation opportunities for the child and family. Several case studies of children who have received listening and spoken language therapy through the ihear Program by St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf will be analyzed in terms of achievements of listening and spoken language outcomes. Children’s ongoing learning and functional communication in naturalistic contexts will be discussed including feedback from their families. Presentation: This presentation has not yet been uploaded or the speaker has opted not to make the presentation available online. Handouts: Handout is not Available
PRESENTER(S) / AUTHOR(S) INFORMATION
Barb Meyers - Author St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf      Credentials: MA Ed, CED       Barb Meyers is an early intervention therapist for the ihear online therapy program at St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf in St. Louis. She holds a Master of Arts in Special Education and a Bachelor of Arts in Deaf Education from Fontbonne University in St. Louis, Missouri. Barb has been teaching deaf and hard of hearing children for over 40 years. Barb’s previous experience working with children at SJI includes teaching in the preschool department and educating families. Barb currently teaches a curriculum course in the Early Intervention in Deaf Education Master’s program at Fontbonne University and is a supervising teacher for graduate students doing practicum work in that program.       ASHA DISCLOSURE: Financial - No relevant financial relationship exist. Nonfinancial - No relevant nonfinancial relationship exist. Jeanne Flowers - Author St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf      Credentials: MSDE MS CF-SLP CED LSLS Cert. AVEd      Other Affiliations: AG Bell       Jeanne is an Early Intervention Therapist and an ihear Therapist at St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf in St. Louis. She holds a Masters Degree in Deaf Education from Washington University in St. Louis, MO, a Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from Fontbonne University in St. Louis, MO, a Bachelors of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in education and is certified Listening and Spoken Language Specialist in Auditory Verbal Education. Jeanne has 6 years of experience working with children with hearing impairments. Jeanne’s previous teaching experiences at St. Joseph Institute include teaching in a transition kindergarten classroom and individual speech and auditory sessions.       ASHA DISCLOSURE: Financial - No relevant financial relationship exist. Nonfinancial - No relevant nonfinancial relationship exist. Amy Knackstedt - Author St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf      Credentials: MA CED       Amy is an ihear Therapist. Amy has a Master of Arts in Early Intervention in Deaf Education from Fontbonne University. Amy has taught at SJI since 2006 and her classroom experience has been with students ranging from ages 3 to 10. She works with children age 0-3 in the ihear Program.       ASHA DISCLOSURE: Financial - No relevant financial relationship exist. Nonfinancial - No relevant nonfinancial relationship exist. Jackie Unser - Author St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf      Credentials: MS,CF-SLP       Jackie is an ihear Therapist at St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf in St. Louis. She holds a Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology with an emphasis in working with children who are deaf or hard of hearing from Fontbonne University in St. Louis, MO. Jackie has four years of experience working with children with hearing loss ages three through fourteen.       ASHA DISCLOSURE: Financial - No relevant financial relationship exist. Nonfinancial - No relevant nonfinancial relationship exist. Cheryl Broekelmann - POC,Co-Presenter,Author St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf      Credentials: LSLSCert.AVEd      Other Affiliations: AG Bell       Cheryl Broekelmann, LSLS Cert. AVEd, is the Director of Early Intervention and Internet Therapy. She has over 25 years experience as an educator of the deaf. She has presented at workshops and at AG Bell conferences. Some of the titles of her presentations are: “Needs of Parents who have Children with Hearing Impairment”, “Lights, Camera, Action”, “What Do I Do When They Want to Learn About Dinosaurs?”, “Meeting the Needs of Families of Children Who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing”, “Demystifying Deafness”, “Preschoolers Rule With The Right Tools”, “Bridging Distances with Tele-Therapy for Children with Hearing Loss” and “Collaboration + Coordination = Communication”. Cheryl has an undergraduate degree in Deaf Education from Fontbonne University and a Masters of Education in Early Childhood Administration.       ASHA DISCLOSURE: Financial - No relevant financial relationship exist. Nonfinancial - No relevant nonfinancial relationship exist. Michelle Graham - Co-Presenter,Author St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf      Credentials: CED, LSLS Cert. AVEd       Michelle is the Lead Early Intervention Therapist at St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf. Michelle is an experienced Listening and Spoken Language Specialist and maintains teacher certification in the area of special education. Michelle provides Early Intervention therapy services to families in person and via internet therapy.       ASHA DISCLOSURE: Financial - No relevant financial relationship exist. Nonfinancial - No relevant nonfinancial relationship exist.