International Studies Seminar

Catalog description

The International Studies Seminar provides students with the opportunity to learn about the unique historical, geographical, economic, social, and political circumstances of a country other than the United States, and consider those factors that shaped the relationship between the country being studied and its Deaf community. The course will foster a connection between students and the country by introducing students to the spoken and signed languages of the selected country as well as to members of the Deaf community in the country via videoconferencing or other assistive technologies. The country to be studied and the specific course topics for that country will vary by instructor. This course will also serve as preparation for participation in an NTID faculty-led experience and/or project in the country that is the focus of the Seminar. Specific knowledge and skills required for this experience and/or project abroad will also be taught. Registration in this course is required for students who travel in the NTID faculty-led experience and/or project abroad. Students who do not participate in the study abroad experience may be allowed to enroll with the permission of the instructor.