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FCA Conference 15 May 2012

FCA Conference 15 May 2012. High-Speed Broadband Applications in the Home. Melissa McCarthy. (Who is RIDBC?). Why is RIDBC necessary?. Early diagnosis and intervention in children with hearing loss is critical for natural language development. (Yoshinaga-Itano, et al., 1998)

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FCA Conference 15 May 2012

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  1. FCA Conference 15 May 2012 High-Speed Broadband Applications in the Home Melissa McCarthy

  2. (Who is RIDBC?)

  3. Why is RIDBC necessary? • Early diagnosis and intervention in children with hearing loss is critical for natural language development. (Yoshinaga-Itano, et al., 1998) • Children with hearing and/or vision impairment require specialized early intervention support. (Sass-Lehrer, 2002)

  4. Why use technology? • Low incidence disabilities • Population affected regardless of location • Higher incidence in indigenous communities • Limited supply of qualified specialists • Recruitment, retention and ongoing PD

  5. What does it look like?

  6. What kind of technology? • High-end videoconferencing equipment • Family television • Next G cellular network • External aerial

  7. In-home option

  8. Benefits of high-speed broadband • Broadens reach of highly skilled staff • Centralising staff highlights team approach • Appealing option for rural areas • Highly accessible in metro areas • Consolidation of staff knowledge • Decreased travel time means more increased time with clients

  9. Possible Applications • Increased frequency of contact with clients • In-service training • Team meetings • Mentoring new staff • Sharing expertise

  10. For further information • Please see our website www.ridbc.org.au • Or contact Melissa McCarthy Melissa.McCarthy@ridbc.org.au(02) 9872 08211 300 131 923

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