Western Washington University
Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
CSD 372 HEARING DISORDERS
Winter Quarter, 2015
(MWF 11:00-11:50, AW 210)
INSTRUCTOR:
PHONE:
Rieko M. Darling, Ph.D.
50-3143 (o)
650-0966 (h)
rieko.darling@wwu.edu
OFFICE:
AI East #372
OFFICE HOURS: Posted
or by appointment
GENERAL COURSE DESIGN AND OBJECTIVES
This course is designed to familiarize majors in Communication Sciences and Disorders
with an overview perspective of peripheral and central auditory system disorders. By
quarters end the student will gain knowledge and understanding of:











Basic medical terminology
Basic audiologic terminology
Role of audiologist in the medical setting
Basic anatomy and physiology of the peripheral and central auditory systems
Hearing disorder/loss classification system
Prevalence of hearing disorders and hearing loss across the lifespan
Common pathological conditions of the peripheral and central auditory system
Medical manifestations of selected pathologies and conditions
Audiologic manifestations of selected pathologies and conditions
Otologic and audiologic diagnostic evaluation procedures
Audiologist role in hearing loss management
The course is presented in a lecture format, supplemented by demonstrations, handouts,
visual media, and internet/web based links.
Specific CSD 372 student learning outcomes and related ASHA certification
standards:
o Students will exhibit knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology of the
peripheral and central auditory systems. SLO1; ASHA Standard IV-B:
Biological; Neurological
o Students will describe prenatal auditory system development.
SLO1 ASHA Standard IV-B: Developmental/Lifespan
o Students will describe the effects of aging on the normal auditory system. SLO1;
ASHA Standard IV-B: Developmental/Lifespan
o Students will describe the subjective attributes of sound.
SLO1; ASHA Standard IV-B: Acoustical; Psychological
o Students will understand what is meant by decibels of hearing level.
SLO1; ASHA Standard IV-B: Acoustical; Psychological
o Students will identify common etiologies of hearing loss. SLO2; ASHA Standard
IV-C: Etiology
o Students will identify risk factors and symptoms associated with hearing disorders
in newborns, children, and adults.SLO2; ASHA Standard IV-C: Etiology
Standard IV-D: Prevention
o Students will describe the genetic transmission patterns for different types of
hearing loss. SLO 2; ASHA Standard IV-C: Etiology
o Students will exhibit knowledge of basic audiologic assessment protocols and
equipment. SLO3; ASHA Standard IV-D: Assessment
o Students will determine type and degree of hearing loss from basic audiologic
assessment data. SLO2, SLO3; ASHA Standard IV-C: Etiology; ASHA
Standard IV-D: Assessment
o Students will describe how hearing loss affects development of speech and
language skills and communication function. SLO 3; ASHA Standard IV-D:
Intervention.
o Students will be introduced to rehabilitative audiological concepts.
SLO3; ASHA Standard IV-D: Intervention
REQUIRED TEXTS AND READINGS
 Stach, B., (2003) Comprehensive Dictionary of Audiology (2nd edition). Thomson
Delmar Learning
 Martin, F. & Clark, J., (2015) Introduction to Audiology (12th edition),
Pearson
 Abbreviated versions of PowerPoint lectures as posted on CANVAS
 Supplemental handouts as posted on CANVAS or given in class.
 Internet links/resources (as provided by the instructor and referenced in the course
textbook).
PLEASE NOTE: abbreviated Powerpoint lecture notes and supplemental
handouts do not represent all course content. The student is responsible for
additional information presented by the instructor in class lectures and all
assigned readings.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Student performance will evaluated via two quarter examinations, cumulative final
examination, and completion of one out-of-class assignment. Written examinations will
be based on information presented in class lectures, assigned readings, and handouts.
Exams will be comprised of objective (true/false, multiple choice) type questions. The
two quarter exams will be accomplished within a 50 minute class time-frame while the
final exam will be accomplished in the scheduled 2 hour time-frame. The out-of-class
assignment is detailed as follows:
Journal Article Summaries: Select two research articles from refereed
medical journals and/or speech and hearing journals, prepare a summary for
each article, and submit both summaries by Monday March 9, 2015. The two
articles can cover a broad spectrum of topics but must be associated with
hearing disorders (i.e. specific etiologies, manifested symptoms and hearing
problems, medical intervention or management protocols, audiological
assessment procedures, audiologic/aural (re)habilitation treatment procedures,
implications for speech, language, and cognitive development, etc.)
Each article summary must be:
 Typed (1 inch margins all around, double spaced, 12 font)
 Detailed, at least 2 pages but no more than 3 pages in length, and
 Must be submitted with a clean copy of the article attached. Article
copies will not be returned to you.
All unexcused absences on assignment submission date and exam dates will result in a
grade of F (0%) for the assignment and the exam. There will be no extensions on the
assignment or "make-up" exams or unless a medical excuse is presented or the instructor
gives prior approval. Approved make-up time/date for a missed exam must be arranged
with the instructor within 2 days following the original scheduled exam date.
o
o
o
o
Exam #1
Exam #2
Final exam (cumulative)
Article summaries assignment
-
25%
25%
40%
10%
GRADING
92.5 to 100 pts=
89.5 to 92.49 =
86.5 to 89.49 =
82.5 to 86.49 =
79.5 to 82.49 =
A
AB+
B
B-
76.5 to 79.49
72.5 to 76.49
69.5 to 72.49
66.5 to 69.49
62.5 to 66.49
=
=
=
=
=
C+
C
CD+
D
59.5 to 62.49 =
59.49 or less =
NOTE: Students with specific disabilities requiring special accommodations must
contact the Office of Disability Resources for Students (OM 120, ext. 3083) for
verification, necessary forms, and coordination of services.
DF
ATTENDANCE
Class attendance is expected. You are also expected to arrive on time and be prepared for
each class. This means that readings have been completed as appropriate. Materials may
be presented in class that may not be covered or covered as thoroughly in the textbooks
and/or posted on CANVAS. I encourage you to obtain the lecture notes from your
classmate(s) if you should miss a class.
CLASS ROOM ETIQUETTE
Please be considerate of the course instructor and fellow classmates. Please do not
engage in disruptive behaviors which detract from an optimal teaching and learning
scenario. These behaviors include: chatting, texting, surfing the net, catching up on
social network sites, working on other course assignments, sleeping, etc. Please use your
electronic devices for note-taking or accessing CANVAS postings only. Lectures may
not be video or audio recorded. A guest may sit in on lectures only with prior instructor
approval. Please consider the significance of your current behavior and actions on how
you may be perceived as potential future CSD professionals.
ACADEMIC HONESTY
Academic integrity is demanded throughout all aspects of coursework. Students are
required to have read and to understand the Western Washington University Academic
Dishonesty Policy and Procedure, as listed in the 2014-2015 Western Washington
University Catalog (Appendix D). This policy states, in part: “All Western Washington
University students have an obligation to fulfill the responsibilities of their particular
roles as members of an academic community. Honesty is essential to learning. Without it,
fair evaluation for all is impossible. Academic integrity is demanded, and academic
dishonesty at Western Washington University is a serious infraction dealt with severely.
No student shall not claim as their own, the achievements, work or arguments of others,
nor shall they be a party to such claims”. For complete information and a list of examples
illustrating academic dishonesty and plagiarism and procedures for academic dishonesty
cases, refer to the 2014-2015 Catalog (Appendix D).
TOPICAL OUTLINE AND PROJECTED COURSE SCHEDULE
(Please note that the instructor may modify the schedule as timing and circumstances dictate)
WEEK 1 (Jan 7, 9)
 Course Overview
 Prevalence and Impact of Disorders
 Overview of Auditory and Vestibular Anatomy & Physiology
Required Readings:
Martin & Clarke
Chp1 pp 7-8
Chp9 pp 218-224
Chp10 pp 238-244
Chp11 pp 273-275; 278-282
Chp12 pp 315-318
WEEK 2 (Jan 12, 14, 16)
 Overview of Auditory and Vestibular Anatomy & Physiology (continued)
 Basic Embryology/Prenatal Development of the Auditory System
Required Readings:
Martin & Clarke
Chp9 pp 218-224
Chp10 pp 238-244
Chp11 pp 273-275; 278-282
Chp12 pp 315-318
WEEK 3 (Jan 21, 23)
 Basic Embryology/Prenatal Development of the Auditory System (continued)
 Classification of Auditory Disorders/Types of Hearing Loss
Required Readings:
Martin & Clarke
Chp2 pp 17-20; 27-29
Chp9 pp 218-224
Chp10 pp 238-244
Chp11 pp 273-275; 278-282
Chp12 pp 315-318
NO CLASS: Monday, 1/19/15 (Martin Luther King Day)
WEEK 4 (Jan 26)
 Overview of Audiology Evaluation Procedures
DR. DARLING AT WORKSHOP – No Lectures 1/28 & 30/2015
WORK ON ARTICLE SUMMARIES ASSIGNMENT AND STUDY FOR EXAM #1
WEEK 5 (Feb 2, 4, 6)
 Selected Disorders of the Outer Ear and Their Treatments
Required Readings:
Martin & Clarke
Chp9 pp 224-237
EXAM#1: MONDAY, 2/2/15
WEEK 6 (Feb 9, 11, 13)
 Selected Disorders of the Outer Ear and Their Treatments (continued)
Required Readings:
Martin & Clarke
Chp9 pp 224-237
WEEK 7 (Feb 18, 20)
 Selected Disorders of the Middle Ear and Their Treatments (continued)
Required Readings:
Martin & Clarke
Chp10 pp 245-262
NO CLASS: Monday, 2/16/15 (Presidents Day)
WEEK 8 (Feb 24, 26, 28)
 Selected Disorders of the Middle Ear and Their Treatments (continued)
Required Readings:
Martin & Clarke
Chp10 pp 245-262
WEEK 9 (Mar 2, 4, 6)
 Selected Disorders of the Inner Ear and Their Treatments
Required Readings:
Martin & Clarke
Chp11 pp 286-304
DR. DARLING AT WORKSHOP – No Lecture 3/4/2015
WORK ON ARTICLE SUMMARIES ASSIGNMENT AND STUDY FOR EXAM #2
EXAM#2: FRIDAY, 3/6/15
WEEK 10 (Mar 9, 11, 13)
 Selected Disorders of the Inner Ear and Their Treatments (continued)
 Selected Disorders of the Auditory Nerve and Central Auditory Pathways and
Their Treatments
Required Readings:
Martin & Clarke
Chp11 pp 286-304
Chp12 pp 329-342
ARTICLE SUMMARIES ASSIGNMENT DUE IN CLASS MONDAY 3/9/15
FINAL EXAM: TUESDAY 3/17/15 10:30-12:30