SLIS 1150 Introduction to the Deaf World

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Course Description

This course introduces students to the American Deaf community. It examines the interrelationship between language and culture as well as a study of socialization, norms, and traditions inherent in the Deaf community. The course also addresses the preservation of American Sign Language and its role in establishing a sense of cultural identity.