If so, we invite you to participate in a major Australian research study into childhood cochlear implantation. This project differs from other studies in that it focuses on the experiences and needs of parents and children, and on the personal and social outcomes for children. Your experience counts! This is an opportunity for your voice to be heard and for you to influence future policy and direction.
The study is called “A comparison of anticipated benefits and the personal, educational and social outcomes of cochlear implantation in deaf children”. It is funded by the Australian Research Council with support from Deaf Children Australia and is being conducted jointly by Deakin University and Griffith University.
The project has its own web-site, where you can read more about it. You can also complete and submit the questionnaire on-line. Just go to www.deakin.edu.au/cochlear-implants/.
If you prefer, you can obtain a copy of the questionnaire from the Parent Council for Deaf Education, or directly from the researchers by emailing cochlear-implants@deakin.edu.au or phoning 07 55528453. |
