10/19/2016 This webinar will explore the connection between the auditory system and the development of sensory motor and language skills. We will examine the importance of creating active learning routines which focus on helping children who are blind, deafblind with multiple impairments learn to listen for sound cues in order to be able to move and interact with the people and objects in their environment more independently. Click the Chapters button above to view individual segments: - Continuum of Auditory Skills Development - Tips for Effective Auditory Training Click the Resources button for a Transcript (txt), Audio (mp3) and Handout (pdf).

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During this routine, Ray and his teacher use the platform of “baking cookies” to infuse the larger topics of language, concepts development, and conversation into a fun activity. This is a good example of a multistep, sequenced, routine - notice the use of the sequence box for putting the items for the routine in their specific order. This allows for our clear beginning, middle, end, as well as for labeling each item (or step) within the routine. As you may notice, the skill of baking is secondary to teaching communication, and having fun while doing it. Other things to look for: Notice the techniques being used for auditory training, hand-under-hand/tactile communication, and how Ray and his teacher are positioned so that they can interact with the baking items, and also each other.

Original contributor Chris Montgomery

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