American Deaf Culture

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.

• Understand the historical development of the American Deaf community
• Explore sociological frameworks related to Deaf culture
• Recognize Deafness as a distinct culture rather than a disability

• Basic computer and internet skills
• Ability to read course instructions in English and complete short exercises