Deaf Studies
Deaf Studies aims to ensure that all students understand the concept of Deaf identity and raises their awareness of issues relating to deafness.
They learn about Deaf history as well as about current events that are relevant to their lives today and in the future. Knowledge of their history, background and causes of deafness all support the students to establish their own identity, to be proud and to be able to interact with both Deaf and hearing people in the wider community.
During the year students will also have the opportunity to develop their sign language skills and prepare for appropriate qualifications in discrete BSL lessons.
1st Year Scheme of Work
Autumn
Introduction to Deaf Studies. (What is deafness? Deaf Identity)
Deaf
Hearing
Background (family)
Communication Rules
Spring
Audiology
Different causes of deafness
Level of deafness
Intervention technologies (hearing aids, implants etc.) Prices.
How to fix their aids etc.
How to use equipment.
Summer
Deaf culture
Deaf clubs (history and recent decline)
Deaf organisations (BDA etc.)
BSL Act
Festivals/ celebrations (e.g. Deaf pride)
Access to Work
2nd Year Scheme of Work
Autumn
Deaf History / Famous people
Education
Attitude
Audiology
Famous people
Spring
Deaf Issues
Big ‘D’ little ‘d’
Deaf community
Mental health issues
Oralism Vs Sign Language
School placements (mainstream, signing/oral schools, units)