DEAF 315 - Introduction to Deaf Studies

Designed to examine the impact of a hearing loss and to give an overfiew of many facets related to deafness, this course will explore differences between deaf and Deaf (d/Deaf) and address the clinical perspective versus the cultural perspective on deafness. Topics include perspectives on deafness, mainstream vs. residential school, history of the American Deaf population, the importance of “Deaf-World,” technology devices for the d/Deaf, challenges for d/Deaf individuals in the family, public community, work force, and religion.

Prerequisites
ENGL-110.

Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester

Academic Catalog

DEAF 315 - Introduction to Deaf Studies