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Dec 22, 2024
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DSI 1610 - Orientation to the d/Deaf World
In-depth look at audiology and the impact its practice has on the educational placement of deaf children. Examines the differences between identities and experiences of the d/Deaf community. The social connotation of terminology utilized both within and outside the community examined. State and federal legislation and services for the Deaf also studied.
Requisites: DSI 1120
Credit Hours: 2
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes: - Compare and contrast education options for D/deaf individuals.
- Demonstrate knowledge of current laws and legislation.
- Describe demographics of hearing loss, causes of hearing loss, as well as the age of onset and implications of language acquisition.
- Describe various assistive technologies.
- Express implications of hearing loss in educational settings.
- Express the difference between big “D” and little “d” and how it may impact communication modality.
- Identify cultural norms, current events and issues relating to the Deaf community.
- Identify services for D/deaf individuals and legislation mandating services.
- Identify the rights and privileges of members of the Deaf Community.
- Investigate education for Deaf children including educational philosophies and approaches.
- List and describe organizations for the Deaf Community.
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