3 Credit Hours
An in-depth study of American Deaf culture. This course further investigates cultural identity, core values, group norms, traditions, organizations, and significant contributions made by Deaf people to the world. It also considers historical and contemporary perspectives of language, education, legislation, and social and political aspects of Deaf people. It includes instruction related to the impact of power, privilege, and oppression on the Deaf community that results in Deaf people’s experience of prejudice, discrimination, and inequality.