Deaf Culture: Exploring Deaf Communities in the United States (Second Edition)

Learn how Deaf culture fits into education, psychology, cultural studies, technology and the arts with this engaging text. It describes how rapid advances in technology have created opportunities for the Deaf to influence how technology can be used, and has become a powerful force in influencing the behavior of Deaf individuals with many different backgrounds. This has created opportunities for incorporating diversity and international perspectives into Deaf culture. Within each chapter are multiple vignettes, examples, pictures, and stories to enhance content interest for readers and facilitate instructor teaching. Theories are introduced and explained in a practical and reader-friendly manner to ensure understanding, and clear examples are provided to illustrate concepts. In addition, students of American Sign Language and Deaf studies will find an introduction to possible opportunities for professional and informal involvement with ASL/Deaf culture children and adults. Deaf Culture fills a unique niche as an introductory text that is accessible and straightforward for those beginning their studies of the Deaf-World. Features:Strong focus on including different communities within Deaf cultureThought-provoking questions, illustrative vignettes, and examplesTheories introduced and explained in a practical and reader-friendly mannerWritten by Deaf and hearing authors with extensive teaching experience and immersion in ASL and Deaf culture

Deaf Culture by Raylene Paludneviciene, Jean F. Andrews and Irene W. Leigh…

“Deaf Culture” is a textbook published by Plural Publishing, Incorporated in 2016, authored by Raylene Paludneviciene, Jean F. Andrews, and Irene W. Leigh. Focusing on social science and people with disabilities, this book delves into the fascinating world of deaf culture. With 318 pages and written in English, this book is a valuable resource for those interested in learning more about the intricacies of deaf culture and communication.

Deaf Culture: Exploring Communities in the United States

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