Multilingualism is a great asset for children with cochlear implants, especially if they grow up in families in which multiple languages are spoken. Today, more and more families are embracing multilingualism, most commonly bilingualism. This article highlights the benefits of bilingualism and offers tips to help your child with a CI learn two (or more) languages.
Educators of students with hearing loss should aim to offer all the support needed so these students can experience success and achieve their full potential at school. Educators play a vital part in ensuring access to classroom instruction and activities as well as integration and participation in the broader life at school for students with hearing devices.
As a caregiver of a child with a cochlear implant, your role is essential in supporting your child’s speech development. While therapy sessions provide the foundation, the true impact happens at home where your child practices the strategies learned in therapy in natural, everyday situations. To help you remember the strategies introduced to you by your therapist, MED-EL has designed a practical tool: Essential Strategy Cards.
Have you heard about our IDEASforEARS contest? If not, you’re in for a treat! This year's competition sparked the imaginations of young inventors ages 6-12, challenging them to create life-changing solutions for people with hearing loss. The result? A record-breaking number of inventive ideas. Dive into this article to explore some of our exciting submissions and discover why you should get involved with the next IDEASforEARS competition!
We interviewed parents of cochlear implant users about their children’s kindergarten and school experiences. In this article, they share some insights and tips on how to have a successful school year with cochlear implants.
Water activities are a joy for everyone, offering fun, social interaction, and physical activity. For cochlear implant users, participating in these activities can be challenging without the right protection for their audio processors. WaterWear is a game-changer, providing a waterproof solution that allows cochlear implant users to hear and engage in water environments.
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