Getting started
Each deaf or hard of hearing child is different and, as parents, you will know the best ways to support them.
The deaf and hard of hearing services team have created a number of resources to compliment the curriculum provided and suit a variety of communication needs. Wherever possible you will find links to materials presented in Auslan, as well as a collection of top tips and useful hints to help you to keep your children engaged and learning in ways that meet their specific needs.
We understand that deaf and hard of hearing children may need additional considerations when learning at home and we are looking at ways to connect students with support staff on a regular basis so we they can stay connected with others.
We will continue to update these resources.
Initial queries regarding learning at home to be directed through your school contact, they can then link you to regional and state services.
Your student’s teacher or Advisory Visiting Teacher (AVT)—hearing impairment can assist you to make specific adjustments and implement strategies that will support your student to continue accessing and completing their schoolwork from home.
Alternatively enquiries can be made by contacting the statewide deaf and hard of hearing service via:
Email:
dhhservice@qed.qld.gov.au
Telephone: (07) 3028 8102
Supporting learning at home
Deaf and Hard of Hearing learning@home
The Queensland Deaf and Hard of Hearing learning@home site houses resources including Auslan videos for Kindy-Year 2, Years 3-4, 5-6 and Junior Secondary students. Students can access the site by using their EQ username and password.
Students will be sent site access information by their teacher, AVT or Regional Auslan Coach. If your child has not received their access by Friday 3 April please contact Deaf and Hard of Hearing Statewide Services.
Apps supporting language development
The
Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children have a number of educational apps that include Auslan Tutor and Sign and Sounds, as well as Auslan Storytime, Song apps, Adapting Signs.
Wellbeing for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students
While learning from home, it is important to consider your child's wellbeing.
Accessing appropriate information is a good starting point. There are a number of interpreted and captioned resources that you can use to talk with your child about what is going on in the world right now.
Resources for children
Resources for parents
Learning in K-2: Sally and Possum
Sally and Possum is an innovative video series for young children who use Auslan.
A set of Little Books is available for Season 1. These can be printed out and used with your children. The
teaching guide is also available and offers some great suggestions for ways to use the episodes as teaching moments.
View all Sally and Possum episodes on
ABCiview.