Exploring Visual Language

Catalog description

The Exploring Visual Language class is an opportunity for hearing students to see the world from the Deaf perspective and learn what people who work with Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals wish hearing people knew. The class provides information about the history of important social and educational movements (Oralism and Language Deprivation in Deaf education, LEAD-K, IDEA and ADA laws), and provides students with different experiences using sign language, and becoming comfortable interacting and working with Deaf people. Topics covered include: finding resources for hearing parents of Deaf children how to work with an interpreter; how to adapt job descriptions with accommodations to open opportunities for Deaf and Hard of Hearing employees; and, how to educate doctor offices and funeral homes on Deaf people's rights.