Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook, animations, student practice activities and assessments, a full suite of instructor resources, and learning analytics reporting tools.Fundamentals of Audiology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, Second Edition is specifically written to provide the speech language pathologist with a knowledge base to work with individuals who are hard of hearing, deaf and diagnosed with (central) auditory processing disorder. Serving as a guide to the management of hearing loss, this unique resource presents basic audiological concepts in a clear, concise, easy to understand format, eliminating extensive technical jargon. This comprehensive text covers various types and degrees of hearing loss and the resulting auditory, speech, and language difficulties. Moving away from an exclusively diagnostic format of audiology practices, this text also focuses on the rehabilitative aspects of hearing loss. Unlike other texts, Fundamentals of Audiology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, Second Edition presents detailed information on all audiometric testing procedures and how to read and interpret audiometric results. The text covers programmatic planning from early intervention through geriatrics while also providing a thorough review of normal hearing development from birth through eight years of age.Each chapter of Fundamentals of Audiology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, Second Edition is organized into these helpful sections: What You Need to Know, How it Works, Technically Speaking, Methodologies. This approach breaks down each concept in a way that facilitates student comprehension and retention. The Second Edition also includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access, featuring interactive resources such as robust animations, and videos. SECOND EDITION UPDATESNEW chapter on Audiological Diagnoses, Etiologies, and Treatment ConsiderationsNEW chapter on Audiological Screening, including instructions for young children and difficult to test populationsExpanded coverage of Hearing Aids and Cochlear ImplantsNEW chapter on Literacy in Children with Hearing Impairments Inclusion of programmatic planning strategies for early intervention, school-aged children, and auditory processing disordersExpanded selection of videos and online resourcesApplicable CoursesAudiologyAudiology for Speech-Language PathologistsAudiologic RehabilitationAural RehabiliationFundamentals of Audiology
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Deborah Welling is Assistant Dean for Dual Degree Programs for the School of Health and Medical Sciences and an associate professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology at Seton Hall University. Dr. Welling earned her bachelor of arts degree in communication arts and sciences from Hofstra University; her master's degree in audiology from Queens College of the City University of New York; and her doctoral degree in audiology from the University of Florida. Dr. Welling is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing (ASHA) association; a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology (AAA); and has been a member of the New Jersey Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NJSHA), for whom she previously served as Vice-Chair of the Higher Education Committee.'Since joining the faculty at Seton Hall University, Dr. Welling has taught undergraduate- and graduate-level courses that cover anatomy and physiology of the auditory system, fundamentals of sound (acoustics), basic and advanced audiologic measurement and interpretation, and aural habilitation and rehabilitation. In addition, she provides clinical and academic advising and mentoring for undergraduate- and graduate-level students.Prior to her roles as assistant dean, associate professor and director of clinical education at Seton Hall University, Dr. Welling spent many years in direct clinical service provision and supervision, with extensive experience in the behavioral assessment of the very young and difficult to test populations. It was during this time period that she met her co-author, Carol Ukstins. Dr. Welling has also had extensive involvement with interdisciplinary screening and evaluation processes in the early intervention, preschool, and school-aged populations, with an emphasis on (central) auditory processing assessment. In addition, Dr. Welling provides clinical and academic advising and mentoring for undergraduate and graduate level students. ''
Carol Ukstins is an educational audiologist in the Office of Special Education for The Newark Board of Education, the largest school system in the State of New Jersey. Since joining the faculty at Seton Hall University, Professor Ukstins has been teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses that cover anatomy and physiology of the auditory system, fundamentals of sound (acoustics), basic and advanced audiologic measurement and interpretation, and aural habilitation and rehabilitation. She holds a bachelors degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Worcester State College, Worcester, MA, a masters degree in audiology from Syracuse University, Syracuse NY, 'and advanced certification in assistive technology. 'Mrs. Ukstins is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing (ASHA) association; a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology (AAA).With over 30 years of experience in audiology, Ms. Ukstins has worked in hospital and community health care centers. Alongside her co-author, Deborah Welling, she has worked extensively with a wide range of difficult to test populations including the very young and those with multiple disabilities. Ms. Ukstins currently works in the public-school sector with Deaf and hard of hearing students where she provides supports throughout the district to students with both hearing impairment and central auditory processing deficits. 'The parent of two hearing impaired children herself, she speaks with both professional and personal knowledge on the impact of hearing loss. '
