Navigating Deaf Culture

This episode of 'Love is a Classroom: Stories of Inclusion' delves into the life of Navee, a 7-year-old deaf child, and her experiences in an inclusive setting. The show features insightful discussions with Wendy and Brooke about the cultural challenges of being a hearing family with a deaf child. They emphasize the distinct differences between English and American Sign Language (ASL), the importance of appropriate communication, and the need for unconditional inclusion. The episode also touches on the significance of creating accessible social experiences and the impact of cultural exposure on Navee's language development. Listen to Navee and her siblings, Holland and Carson, as they share their unique perspectives and experiences. The episode concludes by discussing the broader implications of inclusive education and the necessity of tailored support for deaf children.

 

Watch the video recording of the episode at https://youtu.be/AtHGg3lvbyg

 

00:00 Introduction and Misconceptions About Sign Language

00:43 Welcome to Love is a Classroom

01:27 Challenges of Podcasting with a Deaf Child

01:46 Cultural Experiences of a Hearing Family with a Deaf Child

02:26 Interpreting and Communication Tips

03:22 Personal Stories and Experiences

07:49 Inclusion and Communication in Daily Life

10:30 Navee's Summer Camp and Family Friends

13:30 Welcoming Navee, Holland, and Carson

18:08 Navee's Interests and Activities

20:36 Conclusion and Reflections on Inclusion

 

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