This powerpoint includes ten helpful, introductory slides to share with other teachers and professionals working with students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing. Included in the slides are: explanation of the different degrees and types of hearing loss, anatomy of the ear, audiogram, the most common causes of hearing loss, some examples of HAT (Hearing Assistive technology) and advice for creating the best listening classroom environment. Included is also a Hearing loss simulator video, where others