Thanks to this cool article and video on NewNowNext.com, I've found a new show that I wish we could watch over here. Who knows what it could inspire. It's called Free Speech. It's a show on BBC Three and is a "Live debate and discussion show coming fortnightly from across the UK. Free Speech viewers… Continue reading Free Speech
Tag: choice
I really dislike these videos
Why You Shouldn't Share Those Emotional 'Deaf Person Hears for the First Time' Videos That article pretty much sums up every reason why I hate that those videos even exist. I could get up on my soapbox and explain why, or I could let the article do it for me. Yeah, that's probably better.
Another great article
This is a wonderful article that talks about how different words and labels are used and thoughts behind the use of them: Blackhorse: Do You Prefer ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? 6 Prominent Voices Respond
“Redefining D-E-A-F”
Below is a wonderful video that discusses "Deaf" from many angles. It is a very well done and immensely informative video. It is subtitled for those whose ASL skills aren't up to following the presenter. It is a little long, but it's really worth the watch!
Universal ASL Education – Afterwards
Everything in my series of Universal ASL Education posts consisted of my presentation to my Communication class. We had to pick a topic and give a persuasive presentation. After we finished our presentations, people were free to ask questions. A few of those questions have been bugging me, and I would like to address them… Continue reading Universal ASL Education – Afterwards
Universal ASL Education – Language
The biggest reason why children should be raised speaking ASL and English is education. When Deaf education began in America in 1817, the American School for the Deaf only used ASL and written English to teach the children. They were very successful doing so. Graduates went out into the nation and founded schools for the… Continue reading Universal ASL Education – Language
“Existance is its own justification”
One of my favorite authors went on a little rant recently, and I love it! It really fits in with what I'm talking about here. Enjoy!
Deviate from the Norm 