Special Topic Seminar in Audiology

At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. demonstrate ability to choose from a myriad of topics in audiology to present at a seminar; 2. demonstrate ability to define the topic; 3. demonstrate ability to do literature search on the topic; 4. demonstrate ability to articulate their points and convince audience on the topic being presented; 5. explain in detail the clinical or academic relevance of the seminar topic being presented; 6. demonstrate ability to absorb criticism; and 7. demonstrate ability to synthesise ideas advanced by superiors, supervisors or course coordinator.

Current trends and issues in allied health professions. Group discussions relating to philosophy and methods of treatment in rehabilitation. Discussions on each medical rehabilitation profession. Examination of problems and issues in rehabilitation. Ethics in rehabilitation practice. Administrative issues in rehabilitation.