DST 52 - Deaf Literature and ASL

Institution:

Bristol Community College

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Description:

FolkloreThis course surveys the signed and written works of Deaf authors, storytellers, and Artists; this course includes both written works (originals and English translations) and American Sign Language works that have been preserved on film or video--often these works defy standard genre classification. Students study and analyze fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, memoirs, anecdotes, and tales. Special attention is given to the tradition of storytelling and storytellers in ASL, folklore, which includes original ASL works such as improvisations, success stories, poetry, handshape poetry, ASL films, humor/jokes and drum songs. Students broaden their understanding of ? ?iterature? ?through examination of the Dea f cultures? ?"oral tradition", which transmitted, developed and expanded the literature at residential schools, Deaf Clubs, "literary nights" and festivals. All works are considered in a cultural, historical and political context to develop an understanding of Deaf people as an American co-cu lture. Prerequ isite: AMS 01, DST 11, Co-requisit e: A MS 023 credits every other s

Credits:

23.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

bristolcc.edu/

Phone Number:

(508) 678-2811

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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