DEAF 201 - Educational Principles and Practices

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): Qualification for ENG 100; credit or concurrent enrollment in ASL 102 or instructor consent. Recommended Preparation: DEAF 101. DEAF 201 will provide an overview of historical and current deaf education issues and practices, various educational philosophies, relevant research, legislation and rights,administration, and public school organization. We will discuss roles and responsibilities of educational personnel in K-12 settings, ethical considerations, language and background knowledge requirements, communication strategies, professionalism, age and cultural considerations. Upon successful completion of DEAF 201, the student should be able to: Define terminology used in the field of Deaf Education. Trace the history of education of deaf children in the context of educational principles and practices, including Deaf Education in Hawai'i. Identify causes of deafness and incidence of related disabilities. 0 Distinguish between the medical/pathological and the cultural view of deaf people and discuss the foundations for those views. Describe parental reactions and the impact of deafness on the family. Investigate the influence of hearing status on the language, cognitive, and social-emotional development of deaf and hearing children. Differentiate between various communication methods and educational philosophies used in the education of deaf children. Explain the importance of language and literacy development for deaf children and strategies used in educational settings. Compare and contrast educational options available to deaf students and the legal basis for placement and services. Debate legislative issues regarding appropriate education and least restrictive environment for deaf children. Evaluate career opportunities working with deaf children.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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