This volume offers foundational information and research-based strategies for meeting the needs of deaf and hard of hearing learners with disabilities. The disabilities covered in this volume include developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and learning disabilities, deafblindness, emotional and behavioral disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and a variety of high incidence syndromes. Contributors examine the literature within each disability category, share best practices, and consider demographics/characteristics, intervention/identification, placement, communication/language, psychosocial issues, assistive technologies/accommodations, assessments, and transition/post-secondary outcomes. Each chapter begins with learning objectives and concludes with discussion questions and a resource list. Deaf and Hard of Hearing Learners with Disabilities is an essential book for courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, and in workshops and webinars for in-service teachers, professionals, and families.

This volume offers foundational information and research-based strategies for meeting the needs of deaf and hard of hearing learners with disabilities. The disabilities covered in this volume include developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and learning disabilities, deafblindness, emotional and behavioral disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and a variety of high incidence syndromes. Contributors examine the literature within each disability category, share best practices, and consider demographics/characteristics, intervention/identification, placement, communication/language, psychosocial issues, assistive technologies/accommodations, assessments, and transition/post-secondary outcomes. Each chapter begins with learning objectives and concludes with discussion questions and a resource list. Deaf and Hard of Hearing Learners with Disabilities is an essential book for courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, and in workshops and webinars for in-service teachers, professionals, and families.

Increased interaction between sign language communities and the mainstream societies in which they function is creating the potential for greater equality of opportunity for people who are deaf and hard of hearing. In this volume, renowned scholars and policy makers from around the world present innovative and groundbreaking perspectives on the relationships among sign language, sustainable development, and equal opportunities. The contributors to this volume offer creative and open-minded explorations of the construct of sustainability that are informed by their work with deaf individuals, deaf communities, families of deaf children, and other stakeholders. Sign Language, Sustainable Development, and Equal Opportunities describes sustainability in relation to: identity, resilience, and wellbeing partic ipatory citizenship historical perspectives on sign language use in educational contexts sign language learning and teaching human rights and inclusive education literate thought and literacy the sign language factor and the development of sign language communities in sub-Saharan Africa sign language legislation These changing communities' understanding of what is required to become sustainable in areas such as full participation and citizenship in society, economic well-being, access to quality education, and cultural and linguistic identity is also taking new forms. This work contributes to the paradigm shifts regarding deaf emancipation and deaf education taking place around the world.

Literate Thought: Understanding Comprehension And Literacy Introduces Students And Professionals To The Multifaceted Concept Of Literate Thought And Related Complex Concepts Such As Language, Literacy, Cognition, And Comprehension, As Well As Other Areas Such As The New And Multiple Literacies, Psychological Or Disciplinary Models, And Critico-Creative Thinking. Literate Thought: Understanding Comprehension And Literacy Details The Various Aspects Of A Model Or Theory Of Literate Thought With Examples To Enhance Understanding Of The Concept. This Incisive Text Provides An Overview Of Literate Thought And Emphasizes The Necessity To Develop Literate Thought In Individuals From A Multiple Perspective, Not Just From Print Literacy Only. With Alternative And Additional Options For Developing Literate Thought, The Possibility To Improve Levels Of Thinking In Everyone, Including Children With Disabilities And Those Learning English As A Second Language, May Be Increased. This Ground-Breaking Text Provides Meaningful Application In Practice For Speech-Language Pathology, Special Education, Psychology, And Reading And Literacy Professionals.

Hearing and Deafness: An Introduction for Health and Education Professionals clearly explains the development of speech, hearing, language, and literacy in d/Deaf and hard of hearing children and adolescents. This important reference offers new insights on the contribution of hearing rehabilitation to English language acquisition. Students pursuing careers in deaf education, audiology, and speech pathology will gain a thorough understanding of the audiological dimensions of hearing and how hearing loss affects speech, language, and literacy. Featuring up-to-date research and clinical information, this comprehensive resource discusses the latest advances in hearing aids, cochlear implants, speech reading, and visual phonics. Thoughtfully integrating knowledge with practice, Hearing and Deafness helps students and professionals develop effective skills to use in their work. This text is ideal for introductory undergraduate and graduate courses that cover the development of speech, language, and hearing in the d/Deaf and hard of hearing as well as for educators working with young children and adolescents. • Explains the development of speech, hearing, language, and literacy in d/Deaf and hard of hearing children • Features the latest advances in cochlear implants, hearing aids, speechreading, and visual phonics • Discusses how hearing rehabilitation affects English language acquisition • Offers sound guidance on how to apply knowledge to professional practice • Facilitates learning through informative summaries, challenge questions, and problem-solving activities

The only text to present descriptions and research syntheses on the major language/communication systems-oral English, sign systems, and ASL The Fourth Edition of Language and Deafness covers language and literacy development from preschool through adolescence. It provides a clear depiction of the language/communication systems of d/Deaf and hard of hearing children and adolescents, and offers a comprehensive discussion of the current theories of language acquisition. In an easy-to-read, accessible manner, students will learn the basics of language development and the relationship between language and cognition. Oral communication methods and English-like signing systems, linguistics/sociolinguistics of American Sign Language, and multicultural aspects, including bilingualism and second-language learning are covered in detail. Each chapter includes major objectives, summaries, suggested readings, problem-solving activities and challenge review questions to stimulate and provoke classroom dialogue. New to the Fourth Edition: Thorough updates to every chapter New chapter on Writing (Chapter 8) New chapter on Literate Thought (Chapter 9) A new section on cued speech/language and cochlear implants (Chapter 4) More detailed chapter on American Sign Language with a description of relationship between the use of ASL and the development of English as a second language More case scenarios Instructor's Manual with comprehension questions and a test bank available soon