Course Description
Introduction to the diverse members of the Deaf Community with emphasis on Deaf people as a linguistic and cultural minority. Focus is on historical, educational, political, social, and vocational issues. Prerequisite: ASL 101 or permission of instructor; Notes: May not receive credit for both ASL 245 and SES 245.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Identify the various members of the Deaf Community and the unique characteristics of each.
- Compare the pathological and cultural perspectives of Deaf people; Deafhood vs. audism.
- Explain the dynamics of Deaf culture in terms of values, identity, language, traditions, and social norms.
- Identify cross-cultural conflicts that tend to arise between hearing and Deaf cultures and discuss ways to resolve such conflicts.
- Identify and describe the various communication modalities used by deaf people.
- Recognize the role American Sign Language plays in Deaf Culture.
- Describe and compare the role of the arts, literature, and sports in the Deaf Community versus the hearing community.
- Discuss legislation and its impact on the Deaf Community.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Discussion Boards, Assignments & Quizzes (SLOs 1-8) | 30% |
| Three Projects (SLOs 1-8) | 30% |
| Three Exams (SLOs 1-8) | 40% |
Attendance/Participation:
Regular attendance in person in the classroom is required for success in effectively learning about Deaf culture. Attendance will be taken each time class meets. You are expected to attend class on time. Absences will affect your grade, as will tardiness, early departures, and regularly entering and leaving the room while class is in session.
Because certain circumstances may prevent your attendance, you are allowed 3 absences. After 3 absences, 2 points will be deducted from the final numerical grade for each subsequent absence.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
Deaf Culture – Exploring Deaf Communities in the United States, 2nd Edition, by Irene W. Leigh, Jean F. Andrews, and Raychelle L. Harris.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.