Deaf History, Audism, Justice

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This course provides an in-depth study of noted Deaf persons; Deaf contributions to education and job markets; a diverse multicultural Deaf heritage; the impact of international policies on Deaf education in the United States; history of California School for the Deaf; and history of Deaf-run institutions in the Bay Area. This course also provides in-depth discussion on the intersectionality of race and gender within Deaf communities, and the effects of audism and other forms of oppression on Deaf people.