3b. Know about other technology for access to sound

Deaf Children and Young People (DCYP) and families

• are aware of how personal amplification equipment can be connected to other devices through Bluetooth
• know about different technology in different environments, eg in school, at home, and in the outside world, that links with their personal amplification
• have knowledge of options available to give access to sound when not using personal amplification, eg soundfield systems
• know about the technology options that are available through education services such as radio aids, remote mics, iPads, and the potential benefits and challenges of each.

Suggested resources

• Connevans deaf equipment catalogue 
• Assistive Listening Technology Working Group (ALTWG)
• NDCS – Technology for deaf children and young people
• NDCS Youtube channel
• RNID – Technology and assistive devices

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