How Do You Set Up the Classroom Environment and Seating?
Seat the student where they can clearly see the teacher's face, away from sources of noise like a window or fan. Avoid talking while writing on the board or turning your back to the student.
Good lighting on the speaker's face helps a student who relies on lip-reading or facial expressions to understand part of the content.
How Do You Communicate With the Student During Class?
Speak at a natural pace without exaggerating lip movement, and rephrase a sentence differently if it wasn't understood rather than repeating it the same way. Write key words or instructions on the board as additional visual support.
If a sign language interpreter or a personal FM system is available, coordinate in advance when it will be used and where the student sits, in a way that doesn't isolate them from their peers.
How Do You Ensure Fair Participation and Assessment?
Make sure the student knows who is speaking in a group discussion - fast, multi-voice discussions are among the hardest situations for them. A simple signal or periodic summary of what was said helps them keep up.
When assessing, separate measuring the academic skill from measuring listening skill; written or illustrated instructions give a more accurate picture of the student's real understanding.