Clear speech and note-taking

On this unit, learn the underlying principles and purpose of clear speech and notetaking within the role note-taking of the CSW, and explore means of ensuring that techniques and strategies match the requirements of individual D/deaf learners.

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Key course information

Dates
25/04/12 - 06/06/12

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
7 weeks

Time
14:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £252^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
QC403*

Availability
Contact department

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has started

It may still be possible to enrol on this course - please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover missed content with you. Please be advised that the published course fees will apply.

Course outline

What is the course about?

This course focuses on the knowledge and skills needed to facilitate the learning of D/deaf students who are accessing information by lipreading and by reading written English.

The course can be studied as a stand-alone unit, or as one of eight units which form the Level 3 Certificate in Learning Support (Communication Support Work), validated by the Signature awards body.

What topics will we cover?

- The principles of clear speech: techniques and strategies
- The principles of notetaking: skills and strategies.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Identify the communication barriers experienced by D/deaf lipreaders
- Identify the principles and key elements of clear speech
- Identify strategies for using clear speech to aid communication with a D/deaf person
- Identify the barriers experienced by D/deaf readers
- Identify the principles and key elements of notetaking
- Identify and put into practice strategies for notetaking to aid communication with a D/deaf person.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is a level 3 course. A minimum level 2 BSL is essential for candidates, BSL level 3 is desirable. Candidates should also have English, maths and ICT at level 2. BSL and English skills will be assessed at interview.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

- Explanation
- Demonstration
- Role-play
- Lipreading activities – whole group, in pairs, and with the tutor
- Question and answer
- Pair work
- Group work
- Clear communication exercises
- Repairing communication breakdowns
- Use of gesture and facial expression to support speech
- Discussion
- Notetaking activities
- Visiting speakers

In addition to work carried out in class you will be required to:

- Write reflective journals
- Undertake independent study as led by your tutor
- Document learning as appropriate and create evidence for your portfolio

This course will be taught over 21 hours with an additional 10 hours of personal study.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

You will need to bring an, A4 portfolio and dividers for collecting evidence and assignments. In order to achieve the Signature qualification and certificate, you must successfully complete all 8 units of the course.

For notetaking you will need: A4 Ring- binder, 6 dividers, a selection of pens, a ruler, correction tape/fluid, plenty of file paper and a dictionary.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions. Contact us on 020 7492 2725 or email deafedu@citylit.ac.uk to arrange your interview, which will include assessments in both British Sign Language and written English.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. In addition to the regular feedback you will get in class, from the tutor as well as from your peers, you will also receive individual tutorial feedback. You will be required to undertake individual self reflection throughout the course.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses. You will also have the opportunity to give your views during classes and tutorials.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Learners who wish to complete the Level 3 Certificate in Learning support (Communication Support Work) can complete the other units which comprise the qualification. In 2012-13 the units will be integrated into one course. Please contact the department for more information (020 7492 2725 or deafedu@citylit.ac.uk).

You may wish to enrol on other notetaking courses run by the department. For example:
- Electronic notetaking (GE002/003)
- Notetaking for disabled students (GN101/103).

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2725

Fax: 020 7492 2745

deafedu@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times for BSL and Lipreading: Wednesday 14:00 – 15:00 (term-time only) All other advice by appointment

English, maths and computing courses for Deaf people

Tel: 020 7492 2726 (voice)

Email: deafskills@citylit.ac.uk

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