Deaf culture and community are analyzed from a historical and sociological perspective. Cross-cultural issues relating to the role of hearing people with the Deaf community are also covered. The issues covered in this course include the exploration of the social, political and economic conditions affecting Deaf women and how this compares to other women in society. Teaching Provides overview of how second languages have traditionally been taught, what the current methods and theories are, and their applications to the teaching of sign language. Students are provided opportunities to practice basic teaching techniques, select appropriate materials, design curriculum and evaluation techniques, including how to teach cultural and grammatical features in lessons.
Students learn about resources to support their efforts to teach sign language.
Parallels will be drawn between various groups with a focus on Deaf people. Patterns of oppression and empowerment will be compared and contrasted for Black Americans, women, lesbians and gays, and Deaf people. Specific strategies and techniques employed to gain civil rights are covered. Court cases are reviewed and discussed. 0881-259 Creative Translation for Stage Focuses on different translation forms used by theatre, mime, and dance companies.