Key words: Curriculum Materials/Deaf Culture/K-12
Date: Wed, 3 Jul 1996 13:13:33 PST
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From: Timothy R Friend Subject: d/Deaf et. al.
To: Multiple recipients of list EDUDEAF Hi, all
First of all, I was wondering if someone could explain the difference
between deaf and Deaf as it is mentioned on this list but especially on
the bit.listserv.deaf-l newsgroup. There have been some lively
discussions lately about d/Deaf culture and the small "d" and big "D"
are thrown around quite a bit.
Second, (and I am sure there are about as many different answers to this
as there are people doing the answering), what is the best way for an
adult with little exposure to ASL to learn the language? My 2-year old
son has enough residual hearing to benefit greatly from hi-tech hearing
aids and will probably function very well in the hearing ("H"earing?)
world. Because of this, he is attending an oral program at our local
school. However technology does have its drawbacks and communication
can be very difficult with him when he is in the bathtub or a swimming
pool (does anyone know of any waterproof hearing aids? ;-) ). I am sure
there are many ways to learn (i.e. books, community ed. programs,
computer software, etc.), I am just looking for what has worked for
other people. I also have a five-year old with normal hearing and it
would be nice to involve him in this type of education as well.
Tim
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Date: Wed, 3 Jul 1996 21:37:01 -0400
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From: Christofer deHahn Subject: Re: d/Deaf et. al.
To: Multiple recipients of list EDUDEAF From a Deaf adult. Try your local college or university if there is one
nearby, also any Deaf club or organization in your area. At last resort
would be the Dawn Sign Press 'Signing Naturally' videotape series, but
there is no replacement for learning it firsthand from a live individual,
preferably a native Deaf person.
Chris
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Date: Thu, 4 Jul 1996 17:41:05 -0400
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From: Mbeany@AOL.COM
Subject: Re: d/Deaf et. al.
To: Multiple recipients of list EDUDEAF Timothy Friend wrote:
"First of all, I was wondering if someone could explain the difference
between deaf and Deaf as it is mentioned on this list but especially on
the bit.listserv.deaf-l newsgroup. There have been some lively
discussions lately about d/Deaf culture and the small "d" and big "D"
are thrown around quite a bit."
Capital "D" stands is for someone who is culturally deaf. Small d someone
with a profound hearing loss that is not culturally deaf. The question is
where to draw the line whether one is culturally deaf or not.
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Date: Mon, 8 Jul 1996 12:28:17 -0700
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From: Mark Protus Subject: Re: d/Deaf et. al.
To: Multiple recipients of list EDUDEAF - What is the best way for an
adult with little exposure to ASL to learn the language?
I like the Bravo Family tapes from Sign Enhancers (1-800-767-4461)
because of the way they integrate a deaf family in family types of
situations (finding the remote control for the TV, having a picnic,
going food shopping, etc.) while using all of the vocabulary necessary
to communicate. There are also cultural notes on each tape that are
quite helpful.
Even though videos are better than books to learn sign language, you'll
also need to get out to deaf events and interact with deaf people (sign
language must be applied to learn). Good luck.
mark
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Date: Tue, 9 Jul 1996 17:47:54 EDT
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From: "LUCKER, JAY" Subject: Re: d/Deaf et. al.
To: Multiple recipients of list EDUDEAF In-Reply-To: In reply to your message of Wed, 03 Jul 1996 17:13:33 EDT
Tim,
About your question regarding the best way to learn ASL:
I feel that the best way to learn any language is to use the language.
That is, learn from whatever source you are able, preferably from
a teacher who uses the language proficiently, and most preferably from
a native "speaker"/user of the language. Then, immerse yourself in
the language by using it as often as you can.
As for both of your children, you can merely use ASL with them either
telling stories, in specific contexts (like at meals), signing songs,
etc. so that they will get used to ASL.
I would assume that, as in most areas, there must be some schools or
colleges or community colleges which offer a sign language course.
Enroll in the beginning course, and learn.
Dr.J!
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