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Essential competencies for teaching students with hearing loss and additional disabilities.

J L Luckner1, K Carter

  • 1Division of Special Education, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, USA.

American Annals of the Deaf
|May 18, 2001
PubMed
Summary

This study identified 67 essential competencies for educators working with deaf or hard of hearing students with additional disabilities. Findings highlight the need for specialized training to support this diverse student population.

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Area of Science:

  • Special Education
  • Deaf Education
  • Disability Studies

Background:

  • Educating students with combined hearing loss and other disabilities presents unique challenges.
  • A standardized understanding of necessary professional skills is currently lacking.
  • Effective support requires professionals equipped with specific, targeted competencies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish an initial database of essential competencies for professionals.
  • To identify key skills required for working with students who are deaf or hard of hearing with additional disabilities.
  • To inform the development of specialized training programs.

Main Methods:

  • A national survey was distributed to program supervisors across the United States.
  • Supervisors were instructed to pass the survey to staff members directly working with the target student population.

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  • Data was collected on perceived essential competencies for this specialized group.

    • Main Results:

    • A comprehensive list of 67 specific competencies was identified by respondents.
    • The findings underscore the diversity of needs within this student population.
    • A clear need for enhanced, in-depth teacher training was indicated.

    Conclusions:

    • The study provides a foundational database of critical competencies.
    • These competencies are vital for effective practice in deaf education for students with additional disabilities.
    • The results strongly advocate for improved and specialized professional development opportunities.