About this course: This is a six-week course providing a historical overview of the American Deaf community and its evolving culture. Theoretical frameworks from sociology are explored. Deafness as a culture and not a disability is explained as participants are guided into the world of Deaf culture.
Who is this class for: This course is primarily aimed at first and second year undergraduate students interested in social sciences, language learning as well as the arts and humanities.
Created by: University of Houston System
Taught by: Terrell Brittain, ASLI Assistant Professor
Communication Sciences
| Level | Beginner |
| Commitment | 2 hours per module. |
| Language | English |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
Module 1: Discrimination and Audism
Introduction to course and explanation of Civil Rights struggles for the American Deaf community. Detailed explanation of the term “audism”.
7 videos, 2 readings
Graded: Module 1 Quiz
WEEK 2
Module 2: What is American Deaf Culture? - An Introduction
Overview of commonly used terminology and jargon related to deafness. Introduction to the existence of Deaf Culture.
8 videos, 1 reading
Graded: Module 2 Quiz
WEEK 3
Module 3: "My Child is born deaf" - Language acquisition
Summary and analysis of communication options for those that are members of the American Deaf community. Introduction of the impact of American Sign Language and the import of language acquisition for deaf children.
11 videos
Graded: Module 3 Quiz
WEEK 4
Module 4: What is American Deaf Culture? - an Overview
Overview of the Core Values of the American Deaf culture. Explanation of the medical vs. cultural view of the American Deaf community.
10 videos, 1 reading
Graded: Module 4 Quiz
WEEK 5
Module 5: Education and the Law as it affects the American Deaf community
: Discussion of U.S. Laws enacted that affect the American Deaf community and educational options.
11 videos, 1 reading
Graded: Module 5 Quiz
WEEK 6
Module 6: History of American Deaf community
Summary of course objectives and final exam.
Graded: Final Exam
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I am also a CODA, and I am so happy that a course on Deaf Culture is on CourseRA. Very proud of the collaborative efforts of exposing hearing people to the deaf community. ILY!