American Annals of the Deaf

American Annals of the Deaf
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 570
Release: 1914
Genre: Deaf
ISBN:

Beginning with Sept. 1955 issues, includes lists of doctors' dissertations and masters' theses on the education of the deaf.

English as a Foreign Language for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Persons

English as a Foreign Language for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Persons
Author: Ewa Domagała-Zyśk
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2016-09-23
Genre:
ISBN: 144381282X

Deaf and hard-of-hearing students form a specific group of foreign language learners. They need to use foreign languages just like their hearing peers if they want to enjoy the same benefits of globalization and technical advancements of today, yet they cannot take part in the same foreign language education. As sign language users, lip-readers or persons relying on hearing aids or cochlear implants in their everyday communication, they need special support in learning a foreign language. This book has been written by teachers and researchers involved in teaching English as a foreign language (EFL) to deaf and hard-of-hearing students in various different European countries, including the Czech Republic, France, Hungary, Norway, Poland, and Serbia. The chapters mirror both the authors’ personal journeys through this field and give insight into various aspects of empirical research into the foreign language acquisition of hearing-impaired learners. They discuss mainly the issue of specific methodology for teaching EFL vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing and speaking to deaf and hard-of-hearing persons and the challenge of effective communication during the classes via sign language, cued speech or the oral approach. Special chapters are also devoted to EFL teachers’ experience in special schools for the deaf. Educators interested in practical advice, responses to challenges and worked-out solutions to problems will particularly welcome this book as a useful source of ideas. It will also help novice teachers embarking on their careers in English language education for deaf and hard-of-hearing children and adults.

Discussing Bilingualism in Deaf Children

Discussing Bilingualism in Deaf Children
Author: Charlotte Enns
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2021-03-31
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1000360989

This collection unites expert scholars in a comprehensive survey of critical topics in bilingual deaf education. Drawing on the work of Dr. Robert Hoffmeister, chapters explore the concept that a strong first language is critical to later learning and literacy development. In thought-provoking essays, authors discuss the theoretical underpinnings of bilingual deaf education, teaching strategies for deaf students, and the unique challenges of signed language assessment. Essential for anyone looking to expand their understanding of bilingualism and deafness, this volume reflects Dr. Hoffmeister’s impact on the field while demonstrating the ultimate resilience of human language and literacy systems.