In this class we will look at a variety of topics which may include but are not restricted to:
- acquisition of sign language
- the structure of German Sign Language opposed to...
- the structure of American Sign Language
- Deaf people learning to read
- about Thomas Gallaudet (founder of Gallaudet University) and Laurent Clerc
- Deaf education (in the US and Europe)
- deafness in Nicaragua and the emergence of sign language
- deafness on Martha's Vineyard
- Deaf people portrayed in novels
- deaf-blindness
- sign language and the brain
- deafness and sports
- the life of Helen Keller
- …
All literature will be provided in the LR+ or the library.
| Rhythmus | Tag | Uhrzeit | Format / Ort | Zeitraum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Di | 14-16 | V2-121 | 03.04.-14.07.2023 |
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Regular participation is expected in order for this class to function and as part of the Studienleistung. In addition, every student taking this class will have to write a three-page essay on a topic (s. above) and report on their topic in class.