DESIGNING AND DISSEMINATING AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM IN OVER-THE-COUNTER HEARING TECHNOLOGY
2024
Educational Program for Over-the-Counter Hearing Technology
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Author Information
Author(s): Shen Yi, Urbanski Dana, Anderson Susan, Lee Adrian
Primary Institution: University of Washington
Hypothesis
Will older adults receive sufficient support for successful OTC hearing aid use without professional assistance?
Conclusion
An educational program on OTC hearing technology is needed to support older adults using these devices.
Supporting Evidence
- OTC hearing aids were introduced to promote accessibility and affordability of hearing healthcare.
- Many new delivery models of hearing healthcare have emerged in response to OTC hearing aids.
- There is a need for an educational program on OTC hearing technology for non-professionals.
Takeaway
This study is about creating a program to help older people use new hearing aids that they can buy themselves.
Methodology
An instructional design process was conducted with a team of healthcare educators and professionals.
Participant Demographics
Primarily older adults with perceived mild-to-moderate hearing loss.
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