Deaf culture

The second ASL deaf event that I attended was the Grind Coffee House deaf event. This was different then the previous one that I attended, which was the Huntington Beach event. On my way, to this event I was nervous because my signing skills are still at a novice level. I was prepping myself in case I needed help remembering signs. Thankfully I was going with a group from class and we would be able to help each other if needed. Even though this was the case I was still nervous because there…

Deaf Since Birth: At first I was so confused when she said she was actually hoping for her kid to be Deaf, but the way she put it made perfect sense and definitely gave me a better understanding of what Deaf culture is. “When I think, I see ASL signs in my head.” was fascinating, and something I’d always been curious about. I loved how Michelle said her family treats being born deaf the same way anyone would regard being born with blonde hair or brown-eyes, and I wish all parents could be this…

growing sense of attachment to the Deaf community, Cyrus details becoming increasingly engaged with Deaf and deaf people and her decision to learn American Sign Language (ASL) (Cyrus, 2010, pp. 112-125). This theme is explored…

The second location, a local church organization, provided an interpretation service for those who are Deaf and hard-of-hearing. This observation allowed for data to be collected on how interpreters communicated and interacted with Deaf individuals in a hearing capacity. There were two interpreters that took turns presenting translations for the church service, each one providing a different direction of data that was collected. One of the interpreters was a student in a learning experience and…

the way deaf people communicate with each other and also a way for hearing and deaf to communicate. Credibility Statement: A 2016 study by Gallaudet University, a deaf college, found that Background Info: Roughly 1 in 20 Americans are either profoundly deaf or are hard of hearing. Thesis(Central Idea): It is crucial for people to acknowledge the deaf community and their rights and to support and spread the positive ideals that deaf organizations like the National Association of the Deaf strive…

Deaf people are likely to enter therapy with the same problems as hearing people. However, there are many studies showing that members of the Deaf community experience health disparities due to language barriers, which contribute to lower health literacy1,2. The problem is exacerbated by the fact that most physicians and psychologist are not adequately prepared to provide linguistically and culturally competent care for deaf patients3. Also, the deaf community experience many obstacles to get…

For the study of idoloculture and the group, I had decided to use the group that I am apart of, Executive Board for Deaf Redbirds Association. The Executive Board contains nine members: Megan who is a white female who is twenty years old and apart of middle class status. Kate is a white female who is twenty-one years old and comes from middle class status. Sammie, she is a white female who is twenty-one and comes from upper middle class status. Abby, who is a white twenty years old female who…

relationships and shool days of Deaf people in Iceland, focusing on their childhood and conditions during their growing years. The thesis is built on a qualitative study, which was conducted periodically during 2004 – 2009. Eight Deaf individuals were interviewed, and the thesis elaborates on their personal experience and narration. The study revealed that the participants slowly grew away from the hearing world, replacing it with stronger connections with other Deaf individuals. This…

between Deaf and Hearing culture lies in the question, “Should I give my deaf child a cochlear implant?” People of the Deaf culture often fear that use of cochlear implants will eliminate their culture. Yet, a hearing person may believe it will allow their child to participate in mainstream schooling and activities. Some hearing people may not want to learn sign language in order to communicate with their deaf child. As about 90% of hearing parents cannot effectively communicate with their deaf…

for the deaf, possibly Michigan School for the Deaf. I'd like to be teaching a group of deaf and hard of hearing students. The deaf-blind students would be a possibility as well, it would be a fun and enlightening challenge for myself. The reason I've developed this commitment to teaching those specific groups is because I am deaf myself. I grew up dealing with education that wasn't designed properly for a deaf student like myself. I want to make sure that this will not happen to the deaf…