This is a six-week course providing a historical overview of the American Deaf community and its evolving culture. Theoretical frameworks from sociology are explored. Deafness as a culture and not a disability is explained as participants are guided into the world of Deaf culture.

American Deaf Culture

American Deaf Culture

Instructor: Terrell Brittain
Access provided by Martin Luther Christian University
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Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025
Amazing instruction and materials. Authentic conversation and enduring understandings about ASL-Deaf commmunity and history.
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2020
This was a fun and interesting class. It's very informative for those interested in learning more about the Deaf Community.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2018
I am hearing and have just started a new job in a deaf related structure and I feel this course has been an awesome entry point in understanding the deaf culture.
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