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Original Article

Deafened tutors’ experiences of delivering the challenging deafness (CD) course: ‘Recharging my motivational battery’

Experiencias de los tutores ensordecidos al impartir el curso El Reto de la Sordera (CD): ‘Recargando mi batería motivacional’

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Pages 438-445 | Published online: 07 Jul 2009
 

Abstract

The objective was to examine tutors’ views regarding motivation to become a lay tutor on a generic, lay-led self-management programme, ‘Challenging Deafness’ (CD); their experience of course delivery; and the impact of being a tutor on their own lives. Eight tutors (6 male) were interviewed face-to-face. Data were analysed using content analysis. Motivation to become a tutor was associated with desire to help others and establish a new purpose in life. Tutors derived a satisfaction from sharing experiences with course participants and felt their contribution to the welfare of others was valued not only by course participants, but also by friends, family and society. Delivering CD courses reinforced tutors’ own self-management, helped develop new skills (e.g. giving presentations), and enhanced confidence. Challenges associated with the tutor role included fatigue, travelling to venues, and managing some course participants. Although tutors felt supported in their role, some felt that advertising materials should reflect the psychosocial nature of the course. Several tutors suggested course modifications specific to the needs of deafened adults.

Sumario

El objetivo fue evaluar la visión de los tutores profanos para convertirse en tutores en un programa genérico de autogestión, “El reto de la Sordera” (CD), su experiencia y el impacto de convertirse en tutores de sus propias vidas. Ocho tutores (seis hombres) fueron entrevistados directamente. Los datos se analizaron con análisis de contenidos. La motivación de convertirse en tutores se asoció con el deseo de ayudar a otros y establecer un nuevo propósito en la vida. Los tutores obtuvieron satisfacción al compartir experiencias con los participantes del curso y sintieron que su contribución para el bien de los demás no sólo era valorada por los participantes en el curso sino también por los amigos, la familia y la sociedad. Los cursos CD refuerzan la autogestión de los tutores, ayudan a desarrollar nuevas habilidades (p.ej. hacer presentaciones) y aumentan la confianza. Los retos asociados con el rol de ser tutor incluyen fatiga, viajar a reuniones, y saber tratar a algunos participantes. Aunque los tutores se sintieron respaldados en su papel, algunos sintieron que el material de promoción debería reflejar la naturaleza psicológica del curso. Varios tutores sugirieron modificaciones específicas al curso, sobre las necesidades de los adultos ensordecidos.

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