國立臺灣大學

As a Peer :

• Maintain face-to-face communication.
  When speaking with a hearing-impaired classmate, face them directly, speak at a moderate pace, and articulate your words clearly. Your facial expressions and lip movements can help them understand what you're saying.

• Be patient and persistent in communication.
  Since they may not fully grasp everything you say, use spoken words, facial expressions, gestures, or writing tools to assist communication instead of giving up easily.

• Ensure understanding.
  Observe their reactions to see if they fully understand your message. If needed, patiently repeat or rephrase what you said.

• Encourage participation in group discussions.
  Hearing-impaired students may struggle with communication and feel left out. Encourage them to share their thoughts and respond to their input to help them feel included.

• Help them stay engaged in conversations.
  Since they may have difficulty following group discussions, kindly update them on the current topic when necessary.

• Use flexible language.
  If they don’t understand a particular word or phrase, try rephrasing it or writing it down for clarity.

• Assist with daily awareness.
  Since they might not notice verbal cues or calls, remind them about important announcements or ongoing activities around them.

• Position yourself strategically.
  Some hearing-impaired individuals hear better in one ear than the other. Stand on their better-hearing side when speaking to them to improve communication.

As a Teacher:

• Arrange suitable seating.
  Seat hearing-impaired students at the front of the class where they can clearly see the teacher’s face and lip movements for better comprehension.

• Speak clearly and use visual aids.
  Articulate words clearly and use board writing (keywords, key points, textbook page numbers) or handouts to support their understanding.

• Face the student when speaking.
  Try to maintain eye contact and avoid turning away while speaking. If necessary, stand beside them to ensure they can follow the lesson.

• Provide note-taking support.
  Since hearing-impaired students must focus on reading lips and listening, they may struggle to take notes at the same time. Classmates can help by sharing notes to support their learning.