LIPREADING (SPEECHREADING) CLASSES


This page provides you with current information concerning the Lipreading (Speechreading) Classes taught by Marcia Fariss, M. A. You may contact me by e-mail, using my professional address:  



Marcia Fariss

Marcia Fariss, M. A., F-AAA, Clinical Audiologist.

SARATOGA:

The BEGINNING CLASS will start TUESDAY, February 7, 2012. The class meets at 2:20pm at the Saratoga Senior Center (19655 Allendale Avenue).

The ADVANCED CLASS starts TUESDAY, February 7, 2012. The class meets at 1:15pm at the Saratoga Senior Center (19655 Allendale Avenue).

REGISTRATION:  It is recommended that you pre-register by calling or e-mailing me; however, you may also register during the first class.

FUTURE: Additional classes at Los Gatos-Saratoga Adult Recreation Department, Fall 2012, Date: TBA


WHAT IS SPEECHREADING (also known as "lipreading): Lipreading involves more than simply watching lip movements. Tongue positions, facial expressions, contextual integration, gestures and other body language are extremely valuable in satisfactory communication. Therefore, the most accurate term is Speechreading; unfortunately, it is also a less familiar term.

The purpose of the classes is to improve a person's ability to understand speech in all types of listening environments. Both hearing aid wearers and non-hearing aid wearers can benefit from the classes. Spouses and/or "significant others" are encouraged to participate in the classes as well as the hearing impaired person him/herself. Family and "significant other" participation allows for greater understanding of the problem as well as providing a great practice partner!

WHICH CLASS SHOULD I JOIN? If you have never taken classes and/or you don't feel that you lipread at all, the Beginning Class is for you. If you feel that you do some speechreading and/or have attended classes previously, the Intermediate Class would likely be appropriate. If you feel that you are a good lipreader but need to "fine tune" your skills, then the Advanced/Post-Advanced Class is likely appropriate. If you misjudge your skills, you may always "move up" or "move down" in classes.

These Lipreading (Speechreading) Classes are are open to all interested adults and the cost is $50 for 8 weeks of hour-long classes. Additional Speechreading Classes in Santa Clara Valley are held in Mountain View and Palo Alto. Should you wish information regarding those classes, please contact Foothill College's Assisted Learning Services office, or the instructor, audiologist, Ellen Mastman (408-973-1352).

For additional information, please call Marcia Fariss, M. A., FAA, (Audiologist and Instructor) at 408-412-9547. You can also e-mail me at:   

I look forward to seeing you in class!