This is a six-week course providing a historical overview of the American Deaf community and its evolving culture. Theoretical frameworks from sociology are explored. Deafness as a culture and not a disability is explained as participants are guided into the world of Deaf culture.
American Deaf Culture
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Approx. 5 hours
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There are 6 modules in this course
Introduction to course and explanation of Civil Rights struggles for the American Deaf community. Detailed explanation of the term “audism”.
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7 videos2 readings1 assignment
Overview of commonly used terminology and jargon related to deafness. Introduction to the existence of Deaf Culture.
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8 videos1 reading1 assignment
Summary and analysis of communication options for those that are members of the American Deaf community. Introduction of the impact of American Sign Language and the import of language acquisition for deaf children.
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11 videos1 assignment
Overview of the Core Values of the American Deaf culture. Explanation of the medical vs. cultural view of the American Deaf community.
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10 videos1 reading1 assignment
: Discussion of U.S. Laws enacted that affect the American Deaf community and educational options.
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11 videos1 reading1 assignment
Summary of course objectives and final exam.
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1 assignment
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RM
5
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2020
Loved learning more about (American) Deaf Culture, especially from someone who is informed and experienced. Thank you, professor, for the tips and knowledge!
JM
5
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2017
I am also a CODA, and I am so happy that a course on Deaf Culture is on CourseRA. Very proud of the collaborative efforts of exposing hearing people to the deaf community. ILY!
CC
5
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2018
I am hearing and have just started a new job in a deaf related structure and I feel this course has been an awesome entry point in understanding the deaf culture.
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