Deaf history part 1
Course
In London
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
London
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Start date
Different dates available
You will find out about the history of Deaf people in Britain and how the evolution of British Sign language (BSL) and the manual alphabet have influenced the development of the Deaf Community.
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
- describe the history of the Deaf Community in Britain
- describe the evolution of BSL
- describe the relationship between BSL and the development of the Deaf Community.
You are advised to bring a folder, paper and pens for taking notes.
- demonstration
- discussion
- pair / group work
- question and answer.
Reviews
Subjects
- Sign language
- Interpreting
- BSL
- Media
Course programme
- the history of sign language and the manual alphabet in Britain
- BSL in the present day: research in BSL; campaign for the official recognition of BSL
- the development of Deaf organisations
- well-known Deaf people throughout history
- social and community life: the meaning of 'Deaf Community'; institutions and activities in the Deaf Community
- education: sign language in the education of Deaf children throughout the centuries; the role of BSL in education today.
Additional information
Deaf history part 1