New normal practices mute the world for the hard of hearing

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Covid-19 is adversely influencing the effective communication of many hard-of-hearing people of different ages.

Face masks with a clear plastic panel allow hard-of-hearing people to lip-read, but are difficult to manufacture according to proper safety standards and comfort. — Filepic

Therefore, it is likely that those who are hard of hearing might miss important pieces of information due to this sound-dampening quality of face masks.Lip-reading is a naturally-developed skill that helps those hard of hearing to better cope with their hearing loss. The other option currently available is the transparent face shield, which allows lip-reading and does not dampen sound like a face mask.Doubly difficult

Certain features on online teaching platforms can be utilised to enhance delivery of the teaching content. Recording the classes or lectures is a useful step in case any of the students have issues with their Internet connection.

 

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