Chapter+9

= Deafness and Hearing Loss =

= Chapter Objectives =
 * **Objective 9.1:** Define //deafness// and //hearing impairments//.
 * **Objective 9.2:** Discuss characteristics of deafness and hearing loss.
 * **Objective 9.3:** Identify technologies and supports that amplify or provide sound for persons with deafness and hearing loss.
 * **Objective 9.4:** Identify technologies and supports that supplement or replace sound interpreters for persons with deafness and hearing loss.
 * **Objective 9.5:** Explain educational approaches for teaching students with deafness and hearing loss.
 * **Objective 9.6:** Discuss communication alternatives for persons with deafness and hearing loss.