The Queensland State Government continues to play an important role in supporting hearing augmentation solutions within modern school environments. Recently reissued regulations relevant to hearing augmentation in new school constructions highlight the growing focus on accessible communication and inclusive learning outcomes across education facilities.
Supporting flexible classroom technology solutions
The Queensland guidelines explain that the recommendations represent minimum standards for general teaching and learning environments throughout Department of Education facilities.
The regulations also acknowledge that alternative systems may be proposed where they are fit for purpose, meet or exceed the required standards and can interface with government subsidised listening devices used through Hearing Australia.
Modern hearing augmentation systems for new school builds
Hear and Learn was recently approached by stakeholders involved in a new education construction project in far north Queensland seeking advice regarding the UConnect Mini hearing augmentation solution.
Following consultation, the UConnect Mini was considered a strong solution due to both its aesthetic design and ease of installation.
Why hearing augmentation matters in schools
Hearing augmentation systems help support hard of hearing Australians. These systems assist students, visitors and staff using assistive listening devices by allowing important audio signals to be received more effectively.
This includes:
- Teacher voices
- Student voices
- Screen audio
- PA and front office messaging
Improving communication accessibility is becoming an increasingly important part of modern school design and inclusive education planning.
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If you would like to discuss classroom communication technology for your school project, contact Hear and Learn.