TOOLS for Schools Everything You Need for Each Child to Succeed. By Advanced Bionics

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1 TOOLS for Schools Everything You Need for Each Child to Succeed By Advanced Bionics

2 All the Resources You Need to Develop Listening and Language Skills Educational Management Download a variety of great resources to help with the educational management of a child with a cochlear implant, including posters, articles, Candidate Reference Cards, Audiology Referral and School Input forms, Parent and School Communication Logs and much more. Rehabilitation Materials and Support Find the rehabilitation materials and services you need to support the successful development of a child s listening and language skills by downloading PowerPoint presentations and brochures or accessing online courses through Download a variety of helpful educational and rehabilitation resources

3 Tools for Schools Making the Educational Journey Easier Assessment Tools Monitor a child s progress and verify that equipment is working properly by downloading these easy-to-access assessment tools and reference cards, including The Ling Six Sound Check & Cards, The Bilingual Family Interview Scale (BIFI), The Infant and Toddler Meaningful Auditory Integration Scale (IT-MAIS), Sounds of Speech, Stages of Normal Communication and more. Reference Materials Take advantage of these additional resources to further your knowledge about cochlear implants and support your educational needs, including Newsletters, a Hearing Resource Guide, a Familiar Sounds Audiogram, a Glossary of Terms and a Photo Library. Tools For Toddlers Discover helpful information and resources on early intervention for children under 3 years old who are not yet ready for school, including communication options, family support, developing pre-literacy skills and more. AB also offers assessment tools to monitor a child s progress

4 Practical Tools and Materials All on One Convenient Website Visit Tools For Schools at: AB s Bionic Ear Association (BEA) developed Tools For Schools to provide you with all the free information and resources you need to create a successful and rewarding educational experience for children with cochlear implants. From toddlers to teenagers, the BEA is always searching for ways to support everyone on this unique learning journey, and to assist the parents, teachers, and other professionals who are helping children to succeed. To learn more about Tools For Schools, please contact the BEA at HEAR (4327) or send an to ToolsForSchools@AdvancedBionics.com. You can ask questions and get answers about rehabilitative and learning experiences. The BEA is here to do everything it can to make adapting to a cochlear implant and learning to listen exciting, fun, and fulfilling. Visit Today!

5 Tools for Schools Making the Educational Journey Easier Tools for Schools (TFS) is a free online program from Advanced Bionics designed to help children with cochlear implants succeed in the classroom. On the TFS website you ll find sections on Product Information and Troubleshooting, Educational Management, Rehabilitation Materials and Support, Assessment Tools, Reference Materials and Tools for Toddlers. Product Information Product guides offer information to help you get familiar and feel comfortable with the operation of a child s processor. Just identify the processor type by matching it to a picture and download the guide for free. Product Troubleshooting AB sound processors provide the highest reliability. However, if you suspect a problem with a child s equipment, the easy-touse TFS program can help. Simple, interactive troubleshooting guides take you through a series of questions and offer detailed instructions to resolve issues. Supporting a child with a cochlear implant involves a team approach! Take a moment to discover the Tools For Schools program by visiting These resources will ease your workload, save you time and offer you the assurance you need that a child s cochlear implant is functioning properly at school.

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