Deafhood: Pathways to Identity & Diversity (INTR 2260)
This course provides opportunities for students to build on their understanding of what it means to be culturally Deaf. Students explore the complexities of Deafhood, considering what people who identify as Deaf have in common but also how they differ. Key themes are intersectionality, diverse life journeys, and Deafhood as a global concept. Students examine how these themes inform the work of interpreters. The language of instruction in this course is ASL.
Course code: INTR 2260
Credits: 2.5
Length: 45.0 hours
Course outline:
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| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42567 | January 6, 2025 to April 25, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building A | Pranzl, Kristen |
Additional Information
- Deafhood around the globe
Variations in societal acceptance, access to education and employment
Variations in recognition of signed languages
Variations in the provision of sign language interpreting - Deafhood and diversity
Life stories from diverse Deaf guest speakers
Shared and individual pathways/struggles to Deafhood
Potentially lifelong impact of early language deprivation
Intersectionality in the Deaf community (race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, etc.) - Deafhood and social justice
Systemic inequities (poverty, racism, gender-based discrimination, etc.)
De/colonization and experiences of Indigenous Deaf people
Experiences of Deaf immigrants and refugees to Canada - Impact of 21st century technology on Deafhood
Internet, digital information, social media
Universal design, smart phones, video-based technology
Video relay interpreting and video remote interpreting - Advocacy and advancements
Activities of the World Federation of the Deaf and the World Association of Sign Language Interpreters
United Nations Conventions and activities
Persistence of audism and medicalized view
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.