AudiSee is
the first audio-visual FM system for students who are oral-deaf
or hard of hearing. Both audio and video signals are
transmitted simultaneously in real-time. This means that
mainstreamed students have instant access to all the information
given by the teacher in class. AudiSee not only facilitates
speech-reading but also enables students to use their residual
hearing. This winning combination significantly increases
message comprehension.
- AudiSee reduces the negative effects that noise, distance and reverberation
may have on hearing.
- AudiSee reduces the negative effects that distance and movement have on
speech-reading.
- AudiSee enhances and improves the signal to noise ratio
and speech intelligibility
AudiSee is the result of three years of research. It was
developed with the collaboration of researchers, teachers,
specialist in the field of audiology, and students of different
educational levels. Unique, innovative and practical, AudiSee has earned a number of prestigious international prizes.
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
AudiSee is simple to use. The teacher wears a transmitter and a
headset-camera that has an integrated directional microphone.
Given that the microphone is directional, the teacher's voice is
predominant. Since the microphone is located on the camera-arm
(not located on the teacher's clothing) the student does not
have to worry about hearing the rustling noise of the teacher's
clothing.
AudiSee's patented wireless technology enables the student to
see the teacher's face on a small monitor-receiver placed on the
desk. This continuous visual feedback signal is beneficial for
speech perception. It is also possible to send the teacher's
image on a computer screen (for a computer class), or on a large
screen for group viewing.
Student's residual hearing can be optimized through direct audio
input connection (hearing aids, implant), or by using the
student's current audio-only FM receiver by setting it on a
channel that is compatible with AudiSee.
Benefits
- AudiSee combines audio and visual speech cues for improved
speech perception
- Students can optimize their residual hearing
- Speech-reading is easier with AudiSee
- Transmission occurs in real-time, so the student does not fall
behind
- Note-taking and learning requires less effort
- Many students experience greater self-confidence and are more
autonomous
- It opens the door to greater personal and academic
opportunities
Conditions for success
The successful implementation of AudiSee in a classroom
environment is often the result of a number of factors:
- Collaboration between school establishments, teachers and
students
- The school establishment must be favourable and supportive of
the utilization of the
system
- Students and teachers must be interested in using AudiSee
- Students must use their speech-reading abilities
- Like with any other assistive listening device, the younger a
student is when familiarizing himself/herself with the system, the better the results are
- Teachers and hearing specialists must provide students
with the support needed to use AudiSee. This is
especially important in primary and high school levels
- An in-service training should be provided by a hearing
specialist
Case Studies
Please note that all case studies are based on actual events
but names were changed in order to keep identities confidential.
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PRODUCTS
- Audisee