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The leading text for the introduction to hearing and hearing disorders course is now available in a new edition with a valuable new learning CD-ROM! "This text does a wonderful job of covering a LOT of topic areas in a relatively short, easy-to-read format." "Alison M. Grimes, California State University, San Bernardino and Fullerton" "I would like to compliment the authors on developing, and continuing to refine, a classic book in audiology." "Dr. Carl Crandell, University of Florida" ""Introduction to Audiology" is exceptionally detailed and complete but can be used to cover any topic an instructor wishes by careful picking and choosing." "Dr. Margaret F. Carlin, University of Southern Mississippi" Highlights of the Ninth Edition: Placement of behavioral site-of-lesson testing into a historical note allows room for more detailed discussions of recent objective measures and for new material on licensing/certification, outcome measures, and evidence-based practice. Updated material throughout the text, including a thoroughly revised discussion of the rapidly evolving measures of auditory evoked potentials. Separate discussions of "pediatric and adult hearing aid selection/verification and hearing loss management." TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGE! CD-ROM provides expanded coverage of many topics, illustrative movies, and much more. Don't Miss These Special Value Pack Options: Research Navigator(TM) for Education Research Navigator(TM) can be your best friend when you're facing a large research project. Especially helpful with the toughest challenge--getting started--Research Navigator(TM) offers a comprehensive, step-by-step walk-through of the research process, along with access to some of the most respected source databases available. Access to Research Navigator(TM)--a $15 value--is FREE when packaged with any new A&B textbook! If your text did not come packaged with Research Navigator(TM), look for it in your bookstore or visit www.researchnavigator.com today to purchase immediate access. The Career Center Do your students need help transitioning from being a student to becoming a professional? With The Career Center, they can register to receive eight 30-minute career counseling sessions--a total of four hours of career consultant time! The Career Center is designed to address the wide range of preparation and life stages of individuals who are attempting to develop their careers. Qualified career specialists advise students as they establish, or reestablish, themselves in today's competitive global economy. The Career Center--a $25 value--is FREE to your students when you order it packaged with any new Allyn & Bacon textbook. Visit www.ablongman.com/careercenter for more information. Contact your local Allyn & Bacon representative and request special packaging codes to take advantage of these great offers.