Educational Audiology Handbook, Third Edition, offers a roadmap for audiologists who work in schools or other providers who support school-based audiology services. As the gold standard text in the field, the handbook provides guidelines and blueprints for creating and maintaining high-quality educational audiology programs. Educational audiologists will also find guidance for achieving full integration into a school staff. Within this comprehensive and practical resource, there are a range of tools, including assessment guidelines, protocols and forms, useful information for students, families, school staff and community partners, as well as legal and reference documents
New to the Third Edition
All chapters revised to reflect current terminology and best practices
A new feature called Nuggets from the Field which offers practical information from experienced educational audiologists currently working in school settings
Revised and updated chapter on legislative and policy essentials
Latest perspectives on auditory processing deficits
Contemporary focus on student wellness and social competence
Expanded information and resources for access to general education
Updated perspectives on hearing loss prevention
New information on the development of remote audiology practices
Materials and recommendations to support interprofessional collaboration
Updated and more comprehensive technology information with multiple handouts and worksheets
Resources for students in all current learning environments
Expanded focus on coaching to support students and school staff