Deaf with Disabilities (DWD) Research
Examine applicable information about the wide range of diversity in the specific population of Deaf children with Disabilities (DWD).
Enrollment Opens: 07/01/2024
Enrollment Closes: 12/24/2024
Course Begins: On Enrollment
Course Ends: In 60 Days*
This course is offered to ASL interpreters for Professional Study CEUs at the Some content knowledge level.
Course Details
Enrollment
Open: Enroll and start course any time during the enrollment period and complete by end date.
Type
Individual: Self directed study with no required online discussion or groups.
Coursework
Assignment: Choose from a list of questions and submit a written response satisfying the minimum word count.
*MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN 60 DAYS OF ENROLLMENT OR END OF CALENDAR YEAR WHICHEVER COMES FIRST
COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY SPECIFIED END DATE
Course Details
Enrollment
Fixed: Defined enrollment period with fixed course start and end dates.
Type
Group: Multi-person interactive study with required online discussion.
Coursework
Assignment: Choose from a list of questions and submit a written response satisfying the minimum word count.
*MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN 60 DAYS OF ENROLLMENT OR END OF CALENDAR YEAR WHICHEVER COMES FIRST
COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY SPECIFIED END DATE
Required Materials
ALL REQUIRED MATERIALS FOR THIS COURSE ARE PROVIDED WITHIN THE CURRICULUM
RESEARCH PAPER
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students with Disabilities: An Evolving Landscape
by Sandy K. Bowen and Kristi M. Probst
This article explores what is currently known about d/Deaf with disabilities (DWD) students, and the knowledge and skills needed by teachers in the 21st century to meet the needs of these students and their families.
RESEARCH PAPER
Determining Language and Inclusion for Deaf-Plus Children
by Steven James Singer, Kimberly Cacciato, Julianna Kamenakis, Allison Shapiro
This ethnography examines the experiences of six families that had school-aged children who were Deaf-Plus and used signed language to communicate. The question asked is might inclusion for Deaf students with multiple disabilities mean something different than just moving them to their neighborhood school for their education.
RESEARCH PAPER
A Qualitative Study of American Sign Language Interpreting for Deaf Individuals with Disabilities
by Emily A. Mason
This study comprises two sections. The first portion includes a literature review and findings from primary research. The second portion is a practical guidebook with information and strategies for ASL interpreters working with the population of d/Deaf individuals with disabilities.
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Requirements
Completion Steps
- Study required and any supplemental material
- Choose and complete assigned questions
- Satisfy minimum word count
- Upload assignment and receive approval
- Confirm identity for certificate and submission
- Fulfill course requirements before end date
Completion times
- Entire course: 4.0 hours
- Listening: 0.0 hours
- Reading: 2.0 hours
- Viewing: 0.0 hours
- Working: 2.0 hours
COMPLETION TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND MAY VARY
Upon satisfying course requirements a certificate of completion will be awarded.
RID members will have proof of completion submitted for processing within 45 days.
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Fran Whiteside
Fran Whiteside is a certified sign language interpreter with over two decades of experience who began designing courses to help fellow interpreters locate suitable CEU opportunities. Today that hobby has turned into a successful full-time venture creating, publishing and distributing courses that can fit into any interpreter’s busy schedule. Fran’s varied background has given her the necessary skills to create thought provoking courses in a variety of categories that help support the interpreting profession. Check out more of Fran’s courses today and let her help guide you step by step to successfully complete all your CEU requirements.
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Kathleen Friedman
Deaf with Disabilities Research
A great progression of articles covering conceptualization of d/Deaf children with disabilities- psycho-social-emotional development and educational and interpreting issues. Very well conceived program.
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