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Mayowa Comfort Afolabi - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Effect of Auditory Training and Aided Language Stimulation on Speech Perception of Children with Hearing loss in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Research on humanities and social sciences, 2016Co-Authors: Ayo Osisanya, Mayowa Comfort AfolabiAbstract:Children fitted with hearing aid, without appropriate placement on aural rehabilitation always find it difficult to benefit maximally from the use of such Assistive Listening Device as well as experiencing difficulty in producing intelligible speech sounds. Therefore, most of them become discouraged and not interested to undergo aural rehabilitation. Thus, this study examined the effect of auditory training (AT) and aided language stimulation (ALS), moderated on onset and degrees of hearing loss on the speech perception (detection, recognition and discrimination,) of children fitted with hearing aid in Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria. A pretest-posttest control group quasi-experimental research design, using a 3x2x2 factorial matrix, was adopted for the study. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 24 children (age ranged between 4 and 7 years) with hearing loss. The participants were randomly assigned to two treatment groups (AT and ALS) with a twelve-week intervention plan and a non-treatment control group. A standardised auditory trainer, and the Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test - 4 th Edition (PPVT-4, r=.80 - .84), were the instruments used for the training. The five hypotheses formulated were tested at 0.05 level of significance, and data collected were analysed using Descriptive Analysis, Multivariate Analysis of Co-Variance (MANCOVA) and Scheffe Post Hoc Analysis. The findings revealed a significant main effect of treatments on the speech perception of the participants; Recognition ( F 71.45, η = 94) Discrimination, ( F = 88.11, η = .95) and Detection, ( F = 32.06, η = 87), with ALS being a more significant treatment (Recognition (F = 3.37, p .05); Recognition, ( F = .83, p> .05), and Detection, ( F = .96, p>. 05) Onset of hearing loss interacted with the degrees of hearing loss on Detection, ( F = 4.69, η = .39) but not on Recognition ( F =.67, p> .05); and Discrimination, ( F = .53, p>. 05).Treatments, onset of hearing loss and degree of hearing loss interacted on Recognition ( F =4.31, df = (1, 23), p . 05). Based on the above findings, it is recommended that children with hearing loss should be rehabilitated using auditory training and aided language stimulation as part of the aural rehabilitative strategies meant to maximize the use of the Assistive Listening Device. Keywords: Auditory training, aided language stimulation, speech perception, children with hearing impairment
Afolabi, Mayowa Comfort - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Effect of Auditory Training and Aided Language Stimulation on Speech Perception of Children with Hearing loss in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Research on Humanities and Social Sciences, 2017Co-Authors: Osisanya Ayo, Afolabi, Mayowa ComfortAbstract:Children fitted with hearing aid, without appropriate placement on aural rehabilitation always find it difficult to benefit maximally from the use of such Assistive Listening Device as well as experiencing difficulty in producing intelligible speech sounds. Therefore, most of them become discouraged and not interested to undergo aural rehabilitation. Thus, this study examined the effect of auditory training (AT) and aided language stimulation (ALS), moderated on onset and degrees of hearing loss on the speech perception (detection, recognition and discrimination,) of children fitted with hearing aid in Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria. A pretest-posttest control group quasi-experimental research design, using a 3x2x2 factorial matrix, was adopted for the study. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 24 children (age ranged between 4 and 7 years) with hearing loss. The participants were randomly assigned to two treatment groups (AT and ALS) with a twelve-week intervention plan and a non-treatment control group. A standardised auditory trainer, and the Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test - 4th Edition (PPVT-4, r=.80 - .84), were the instruments used for the training. The five hypotheses formulated were tested at 0.05 level of significance, and data collected were analysed using Descriptive Analysis, Multivariate Analysis of Co-Variance (MANCOVA) and Scheffe Post Hoc Analysis. The findings revealed a significant main effect of treatments on the speech perception of the participants; Recognition (F 71.45, η = 94) Discrimination, (F = 88.11, η = .95) and Detection, (F = 32.06, η = 87), with ALS being a more significant treatment (Recognition (F = 3.37, p<.05); Discrimination (F= 5.25, p<.05) and Detection (F = 3.38, p<.05). The onset of hearing loss on the speech perception of the participants was significant in Recognition, (F = 9.37η=51), Discrimination, (F = 12.40η=57), and Detection, (F = 4.72η=39). The degrees of hearing loss had a significant effect on Recognition, (F = .020η=.002), Discrimination, (F = .032η=004), and Detection, (F = 4.31η=33), Treatments and onset of hearing loss interacted on Recognition (F = 4.24, η = .34); Discrimination, (F = 4.86, η = .39) and Detection, (F = 8.51, η = 65.);but no interaction between treatment and degree of hearing loss on Discrimination,(F= .73, p>.05); Recognition, (F = .83, p>.05), and Detection, (F = .96, p>.05) Onset of hearing loss interacted with the degrees of hearing loss on Detection, (F = 4.69, η = .39) but not on Recognition (F =.67, p>.05); and Discrimination, (F = .53, p>.05).Treatments, onset of hearing loss and degree of hearing loss interacted on Recognition (F =4.31, df = (1, 23), p<.05, η = .47; and Detection, F = 4.95, df = (1, 23), p<.05, η = .52. but not on Discrimination, F = .14, df = (1,23), p>.05). Based on the above findings, it is recommended that children with hearing loss should be rehabilitated using auditory training and aided language stimulation as part of the aural rehabilitative strategies meant to maximize the use of the Assistive Listening Device. Keywords: Auditory training, aided language stimulation, speech perception, children with hearing impairmen
Ayo Osisanya - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Effect of Auditory Training and Aided Language Stimulation on Speech Perception of Children with Hearing loss in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Research on humanities and social sciences, 2016Co-Authors: Ayo Osisanya, Mayowa Comfort AfolabiAbstract:Children fitted with hearing aid, without appropriate placement on aural rehabilitation always find it difficult to benefit maximally from the use of such Assistive Listening Device as well as experiencing difficulty in producing intelligible speech sounds. Therefore, most of them become discouraged and not interested to undergo aural rehabilitation. Thus, this study examined the effect of auditory training (AT) and aided language stimulation (ALS), moderated on onset and degrees of hearing loss on the speech perception (detection, recognition and discrimination,) of children fitted with hearing aid in Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria. A pretest-posttest control group quasi-experimental research design, using a 3x2x2 factorial matrix, was adopted for the study. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 24 children (age ranged between 4 and 7 years) with hearing loss. The participants were randomly assigned to two treatment groups (AT and ALS) with a twelve-week intervention plan and a non-treatment control group. A standardised auditory trainer, and the Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test - 4 th Edition (PPVT-4, r=.80 - .84), were the instruments used for the training. The five hypotheses formulated were tested at 0.05 level of significance, and data collected were analysed using Descriptive Analysis, Multivariate Analysis of Co-Variance (MANCOVA) and Scheffe Post Hoc Analysis. The findings revealed a significant main effect of treatments on the speech perception of the participants; Recognition ( F 71.45, η = 94) Discrimination, ( F = 88.11, η = .95) and Detection, ( F = 32.06, η = 87), with ALS being a more significant treatment (Recognition (F = 3.37, p .05); Recognition, ( F = .83, p> .05), and Detection, ( F = .96, p>. 05) Onset of hearing loss interacted with the degrees of hearing loss on Detection, ( F = 4.69, η = .39) but not on Recognition ( F =.67, p> .05); and Discrimination, ( F = .53, p>. 05).Treatments, onset of hearing loss and degree of hearing loss interacted on Recognition ( F =4.31, df = (1, 23), p . 05). Based on the above findings, it is recommended that children with hearing loss should be rehabilitated using auditory training and aided language stimulation as part of the aural rehabilitative strategies meant to maximize the use of the Assistive Listening Device. Keywords: Auditory training, aided language stimulation, speech perception, children with hearing impairment
Odelius Johan - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Communication quality : a conceptual approach focusing on classroom Assistive Listening Devices
Luleå, 2007Co-Authors: Odelius JohanAbstract:In a classroom an Assistive Listening Device (ALD) is a system of external microphones that transmit sound from a sound source directly to students' hearing aids. An ALD can be a microphone close to the mouth which transmits a voice directly to listeners' hearing aids. An ALD can also be a microphone placed centrally and used by several persons at the same time. Sound quality of a Listening Device can be described as sound-transmission quality where maximal quality is no difference between input and output. From a wider perspective, this output can be the perceived quality of speech where a high speech quality matches given expectations, demands and necessaries. A focus on participatory learning environment in Swedish hearing impaired classes has brought out new perspectives on ALD solutions. The purpose of the studies reported in this thesis was to develop a methodical framework for the evaluation of classroom ALDs. As a basis for the evaluation of ALD communication quality is suggested. Communication quality is an extension of the sound quality concept which emphasizes student participation and peer interaction. As a pedagogical parallel, sound quality emphasizes a more cognitive view of learning whereas communication quality emphasizes participatory learning. By using room acoustic modelling and auralization in Listening tests it was possible to evaluate aspects of room acoustics, signal processing techniques, speech and masking signals, and binaural advantage. A self-assessment approach was also used and a questionnaire was developed based on the Speech, Spatial and Qualities of Hearing Scale (SSQ). The studies found that students in hearing impaired classes prefer using only their hearing aids over using an ALD. Retrieving information about the acoustic environment was important aspects. Also observed was that when comparing different ALD solutions microphone distance is of importance. Listening effort correlates with hearing loss rather than with using different technologies. Today's hearing aids offer the best communication quality but it is also apparent than ALDs are preferred by students in some situations. Determining the combination of design and ALD function which can best benefit students is needed. The methodological framework described is promising for continuous studies developing and assessing classroom ALD.Godkänd; 2007; 20070315 (ysko
David Fereiro - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Communicating with Assistive Listening Devices and age-related hearing loss: Perceptions of older Australians
Contemporary Nurse, 2014Co-Authors: Lucinda Aberdeen, David FereiroAbstract:AbstractAge-related hearing loss can impact adversely on the delivery of primary care and cannot necessarily be remedied by hearing aid technology. A study of 20 older Australians living in a Queensland retirement village and residential hostel complex was undertaken to investigate how communication might be advanced through an Assistive Listening Device (ALD). Most participants were women aged over 85 years; almost all had hearing loss and wore hearing aids. Tests with an ALD found very high levels of satisfaction with understanding speech and sound quality amongst participants. However, few had heard previously of ALDs, all required individualised assistance to fit and use the Device and rated ease of use less highly. The findings affirm those of previous studies that ALD technology has a role in communication for older hearing impaired people and for hearing rehabilitation. Its potential to enhance quality of life can be facilitated and promoted through nursing practice, but requires professional and c...
