Speechreading instruction for hard-of-hearing adults. Effects of training face-to-face and with a video programme.

The effects of speechreading instruction were studied using a structurally planned training programme in two types of situations: in a face-to-face situation and by using videotapes viewed at home. Instruction was given only visually. Three speechreading tests were selected to monitor the efficacy of training: CID sentences. Helen questions and the tracking method. Two of the tests (CID and Helen) showed significant improvement in all three groups training speechreading. The tracking method, however, did not prove to be a reliable method for assessing the performance of a large group of subjects. The performances of the face-to-face groups and the video group did not differ significantly. The present study showed that training speechreading is advantageous and confirmed the effectiveness of tutored self-instruction at home.