Learning Library for JTC Parents

Families continually gather information about hearing loss from professionals, parents, persons with hearing loss, agencies and websites. Available below are resources developed by John Tracy Clinic (JTC) that focus on educational and developmental concerns shared by JTC families served world wide.  The web learning library materials are provided in pdf format FOR FREE to parents enrolled in the JTC Courses. Check out the resources using the password provided.  These JTC publications are revised and new ones are added periodically so return visits are recommended. Documents can be viewed using Adobe Acrobat and it is available free by visiting the Adobe website.

Listening
Introducing and Maintaining Your Child's Hearing Aids This paper is written for families whose baby has recently received hearing aids. Spanish version available here.	Your Child's Hearing Aids Information is given about types of hearing aids and how they work. Spanish version available here.
Introduction to the Cochlear Implant The implant evaluation process is described along with the components of a cochlear implant. Spanish version available here.	The Cochlear Implant and Your Child This paper describes how a child learns to listen, understand and develop spoken language. Spanish version available here.
Hearing Tests and Your Child Each type of hearing test is described along with information about reading test results. Spanish version available here.	Hearing Tests & Your Baby Tests for newborn babies are described. Spanish version available here.
Ling Six - Sound Test This is an important little at-home test that every parent should do with their child every day. Spanish version available here.	Auditory Neuropathy This paper provides basic information about the diagnosis of Auditory Neuropathy. Spanish version available here.
Learning
Bedtime Ideas and suggestions are given to make this routine a language-rich and learning time. Spanish version available here.	The New Baby This paper gives information help prepare a child for the arrival of the new baby. Spanish version available here.
Toilet Training This paper helps parents understand when their child is ready for toilet training and provides ideas about how to help a child learn. Spanish version available here.	Discipline: A Matter of Limits Discipline is described as using limits and guiding the child to understand acceptable behavior. Spanish version available here.
Building Positive Sibling Relationships A special needs child often needs more time and help, so sibling relationships become especially important. Spanish version available here.	Mainstreaming Ideas are presented to help a child with a hearing loss integrate into a classroom with children who have normal hearing. Spanish version available here.
Working Parents and Single Parents Suggestions are given to streamline morning routines and provide information for the child's caregiver. Spanish version available here.	Your Child's Rights Under the Law A description of IDEA 2004 is given with information about Part B and Part C. Spanish version available here.
Glossary for Parents Definitions are given for medical, audiological and educational terms. Spanish version available here.
Language
Assessing Expressive Language: A Language Sample This paper provides instructions about determining a child's level of language development. Spanish version available here.	Stages of Speech & Language Development Starting from birth, this series of lists proivde information about how a child develops speech and language. Spanish version available here.
John Tracy Clinic Vocabulary List Words are divided into categories and the lists are perfect for determining new words to teach a child. Spanish version available here.