This course addresses psychosocial and sociocultural factors that define Deaf people as members of a linguistic and cultural minority. The history, language, values, and traditions of the deaf community will also be examined. Review of selected literature on Deaf culture including norms, values, cross-cultural and beliefs will be included.
Course Learning Outcomes
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Recognize and interpret cultural behaviors, attitudes and values.
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Become acquainted with the historical and cultural movements of the target language through exposure of literature, art, music, film and/or performing arts.
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Recognize and interpret cultural behaviors, attitudes and values.
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Become acquainted with the historical and cultural movements of the target language through exposure of literature, art, music, film and/or performing arts.
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Recognize and interpret cultural behaviors, attitudes and values.
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Become acquainted with the historical and cultural movements of the target language through exposure of literature, art, music, film and/or performing arts.
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Recognize and interpret cultural behaviors, attitudes and values.
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Become acquainted with the historical and cultural movements of the target language through exposure of literature, art, music, film and/or performing arts.
Core Topics
- Introduction to Deaf culture as a diverse, minority community
- Identity within Deaf culture
- Fundamental values of Deaf culture
- Research on Deaf culture