Helping pupils with hearing loss improve attention and listening skills
Last Updated - October 25, 2023
Helping pupils with hearing loss improve attention and listening skills
Reduce background noise and distractions where possible. Wait for the class to be quiet before starting.
Make the pupil aware of good listening skills. Encourage the pupil to sit still and watch. Give positive feedback e.g. “…good looking”, ”… I like the way you are listening carefully”
Remember to use an appropriate level of language. This may involve using short, simple sentences, or rephrasing or chunking information.
Check that the information has been understood. Observe the pupils responses or ask questions that require understanding. Avoid asking, “Did you hear that?” as pupils will usually just nod in reply.
Work for short periods of time on listening. Pupils with hearing aids are concentrating extra hard throughout the day.
Refocus the child’s attention where necessary. Cue him/her into the subject . Use visual supports if necessary.
Focus the pupil’s attention before giving instructions e.g. “Jack…are you ready to listen…”
