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Standard 14: Tech
Technology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Q: What are cochlear implants, and how do they impact interpreting for students? | A: Cochlear implants are medical devices intended to improve a student’s hearing. When interpreting for a student with a cochlear implant, the student may receive both the teacher's spoken message and the interpreted message. |
| Q: What federal requirement is in place for phone communication between hearing and deaf individuals? | A: The federal government requires states to provide a relay system in which hearing and deaf people can communicate over the phone using a third person (a relay operator). |
| Q: What is a TTY and what is its purpose? | A: A TTY (Text Telephone) is a device that allows communication with deaf and hard of hearing people using a regular telephone |
| Q: Why must schools have flashing fire alarm systems? | A: Flashing fire alarm systems warn deaf and hard of hearing students in case of an emergency, ensuring they are not dependent on others for safety information. |
| Q: What is Video Relay Service (VRS) and how does it work? | A: VRS is a service that uses the Internet to provide real-time interpreting, allowing deaf individuals to communicate via sign language using a webcam while the interpreter is at a remote location. |
| Q: What is Voice Carryover Service (VCO)? | A: VCO allows an individual who is deaf or hard of hearing to speak over the phone while receiving a text version of what the other person is saying. |
| Q: What are text pagers, and how are they used by deaf or hard of hearing individuals? | A: Text pagers are a common way for deaf or hard of hearing people to communicate, similar to how hearing people use cell phones. |
| Q: What types of technology are typically found in homes of deaf and hard of hearing individuals? | A: Homes of deaf and hard of hearing people are often equipped with technology that facilitates access to TV programming, telephones, safety alarms, baby monitors, and more. |
| Q: Where can educators find captioned videotapes for educational purposes? | A: Captioned videotapes for educational use are available from several national resources. |
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