Organization: Saveetha Medical College and Hospitals, Department of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology
Title: School Screening and Awareness on Hearing among Primary School Teachers
Al title (for format and translation – not permanent:
School screening and awareness on hearing among primary school teachers
Description:
On the occasion of World Hearing Day, an initiative led globally by the World Health Organization, a school-based hearing screening and teacher awareness program was conducted to promote early identification and prevention of hearing difficulties among primary school children.
The program included free hearing and speech screening for students using standardized protocols to detect possible hearing concerns at an early stage. Children who required further evaluation were provided with referral guidance for comprehensive assessment and management.
In addition, an interactive awareness session was organized for primary school teachers focusing on early signs of hearing loss, classroom indicators of auditory difficulties, strategies to support children with hearing challenges, and the importance of timely referral. Practical classroom modifications and communication tips were also discussed to help teachers create an inclusive learning environment.
Aligned with this year’s World Hearing Day theme of strengthening hearing care from communities to classrooms, the initiative aimed to bridge the gap between health and education sectors, ensuring better listening, learning, and overall academic outcomes for children.
Primary site: SEAR- India
Region: SEAR
Secondary sites:Tamil Nadu
Impactful Story:
Post the Awareness talk primary school teachers expressed a strong understanding of their vital role in the early identification of hearing difficulties. They acknowledged that subtle signs such as inattentiveness, unclear speech, frequent requests for repetition, and poor academic performance may often be linked to underlying hearing concerns. Teachers recognized that timely observation and referral can significantly influence a child’s speech development, language acquisition, classroom participation, and overall academic success. They affirmed their commitment to being vigilant in monitoring students and collaborating with parents and healthcare professionals to ensure early support and better learning outcomes.
General Photos
Audiology screening was done for 3rd and 4th graders
Oto-scopic Evaluation was carried out
collaboration with Developmental Pediatrician for Referral
Speech screening was carried out
Types of Engagement:
Live event: No
Screening: Yes
Traditional media: No
Social media: No
Special needs populations: children and adolescents
Met with individual policymaker: No
Participation of policy makers: No
Participation of influencers: No
WHO technical tool used: No
WHO educational and social media used: No