Modern Deaf Culture. ((3 Credits))

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Prerequisite(s): ( ASL 2020G or department approval) and University Advanced Standing Explores the culture of the American Deaf people following the recognition of American Sign Language as a legitimate, naturally-occurring sign language. Examines constructions of Deaf people as a linguistic minority whose mores, beliefs, values and traditions emanate from a shared worldview that differs markedly from the view usually ascribed to them by others. Taught in ASL with a writing component.