Skill Development

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LACE AI Coaching Notes #3

With LACE AI Pro, there is no notification about an upcoming change in topic, which is the way conversations typically unfold in real life! For Rapid Speech and Speech in Noise activities, training will be easier if you keep an eye on the topic and when it is about to change. Conversely, you can make […]

Not ready for hearing aids yet? You can still do something

Too often, when a mild hearing loss is diagnosed, and the person with hearing loss (PWHL) is not yet ready for hearing aids, the journey stops right there. Hear me out on this short video (53 seconds): The “synthetic” approach (see below) of the LACE AI program makes it a suitable choice for […]

LACE AI Pro Coaching Notes #2

I recommend setting up the familiar voice feature in LACE AI as soon as possible. It’s easy to do — see below. Training with a familiar voice changes the experience for me. For example, my nephew lives 3,000 km away and I see him but once a year. We often talk about words and language. […]

LACE AI Coaching Notes #1

I recommend hitting the “Replay” button every time you miss the target sentence (just so you know, “Replay” only shows up after you see the answer). For the best results, do this every single time. Nobody’s watching. Press Replay again (and again) until you hear the target sentence. This is where learning happens! A research […]

Your ability to hear in noise is NOT fixed in stone

Hearing in noise is a skill that can be improved with training. That’s neuroplasticity in action! This skill of hearing in noise can be enhanced through targeted exercises. In my personal and professional life, I use the LACE AI Pro auditory training app. LACE AI Pro is the most clinically validated and peer-reviewed auditory training program […]

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Learn how to read lips No. 21

Almost anyone can read lips if they have enough context! Try it out with the short video below. Check out my free Lipreading Challenge on YouTube.

Learn how to read lips No. 20

It’s surprisingly effective to work on your substitution skills when learning how to read lips. First of all, you become more aware of which sounds look the same. Also, you improve your ability to switch gears, in real time. Try it out in the video below. Check out my free Lipreading Challenge on YouTube! […]

Learn how to read lips No. 19

A superpower when it comes to reading lips is the ability to use the context. As we get older, we become more skilled in using context. The topic is a major clue about the context. Ways to ask for context and the topic are discussed in my free Lipreading Challenge on YouTube. In the meantime, […]

Learn how to read lips No. 18

Lipreading is a skill that you can practice in everyday conversations! Substitution is an essential aspect of skill development. Watch the video as I explain. Check out my free Lipreading Challenge on YouTube!

Study shows lipreading helps you to hear better in noisy situations

Understanding speech in noisy environments is a common issue with hearing loss. Since hearing aids can’t always solve this problem, it’s important to explore other options. A research study looked at whether lipreading training could help people understand speech in noisy settings. Before and after the training, participants took a speech-in-noise test that mimicked […]