ICT and the Deaf
This course work I have been given by my ICT teacher is about disabled
people in the world and how they make use of modern technology. I have
also been asked to investigate a disabled person I know and how that
person makes use of ICT in his or her life activities. With this task
I will first introduce the person I will be investigating who is also
a deaf person. It will also include how the person actually uses the
modern technology.
Born into a notorious Queen’s drug dynasty during the late '70s,
Curtis Jackson lost those closest to him at an early age. Raised
without a father, his mother, whose name carried weight in the street
(hint, hint, dummies), was found dead under mysterious circumstances
before he could hit his teens. The orphaned Mr. Curtis was taken in by
his grandparents, who provided for his. But his desire for things
would drive him to the block. This in his case was the infamous New
York Avenue, now known as Guy R. Brewer Blvd. There, his stepped up to
get his rep up, amassing a small fortune and a lengthy rap sheet. But
the birth of his son put things in perspective for the post
adolescent, and his began to pursue rap seriously. He signed with JMJ,
the label of Run DMC DJ Jam Master Jay and began learning his trade.
JMJ would teach the Mr. Curtis buck to count bars and structure songs.
Unfortunately, caught up in industry limbo, there wasn't much JMJ
could do for his. There was an explosion one day during his drug
dealing activities and that was the end of his hearing. He became deaf
ever since and uses much technology which helps him in his music
industry.
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Kimmy Bachmann A Journey into the Deaf-World Chapter 1 The narrator begins this chapter by introducing himself as well as his colleagues and co-authors. Ben Bahan, the narrator, is a deaf man from New Jersey whom was raised by deaf parents and a hearing sister. After spending an immense amount of time studying American Sign Language (ASL) he moved on to now become an assistant professor at Gallaudet University in the Deaf studies Department. His colleague Harlan Lane, a hearing man, is a specialist in the psychology of language and having many titles is a key aspect of this book as he believes, as does most of the Deaf-World, that they are a minority language and takes up their point of view to the hearing world.
Just like members of other minorities, such as Hispanics and African-Americans, Deaf people experience some of the same oppression and hardships. Although the attempts to "fix" members of and obliterate the DEAF-WORLD are not as highly publicized as problems with other minorities, they still exist. Throughout time, hearing people have been trying to destroy the DEAF-WORLD with the eugenics movement, the mainstreaming of Deaf children into public hearing schools, and cochlear implants.
“Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see” – Mark Twain.
The fresh wound didn’t seem like it would be such a problem until I saw the blood trickling out. Sure, when I had cut my self by grabbing a piece of saw palmetto, I felt my skin ripping and quickly retracted my right hand. However, my want for adventure to explore the tree island overcame the small bit of pain I felt. An adrenaline rush helped me overcome all of the annoyances pushing through the dense brim of the island, like palmetto leaves and spider webs, as well as the myriad of other obstacles upon finally penetrating.
TTYs (also called Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf (TDD) and text telephones) are used for two-way text conversation over a telephone line. They are the primary tool used by deaf people (and some hard of hearing people) for telephone conversation. Other visual telecommunications technologies and services, such as Internet chat and messaging, email, e-paging, and fax and e-mail are also used in telecommunications by people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
When the deaf Miss America spoke to a crowd of thousands about overcoming her handicap, deaf people across America were disgusted. Deafness is not a handicap, I have been told again and again. It is a cultural identity, a way of life, a choice, even (some hard-of hearing people speak of the time when they had to decide, deaf or hearing), but never a handicap, never something to be overcome. The sign for people like Miss America is the sign for hearing, with the forefinger circling up by the forehead instead of down by the mouth. She thinks she's hearing, is what it means. There is also a sign for the reverse: some hearing people get so involved in the deaf community that they think they are deaf, like the woman who pretended to be deaf and got to be in one of those real-life Saturn Commercials. She was a minor celebrity until she was found out - an investigative reporter called her house and she answered the phone. Afterward there was an outpouring of letters to DeafLife magazine from people who said they had known all along her signing was not perfect, and the sign she made up for Saturn in the commercial was not in accordance with the deep structure of American Sign Language.
Individuals who are deaf or are hearing impaired are faced with many problems in today’s world. There are so many tasks and activities that are done today that deaf or hearing impaired people may have difficulty doing because of there handicap. There handicap used to stop them or inhibit them from doing something that they are interested in or there friends and neighbors would do. However in today there are new and different technologies, that help the deaf and hearing impaired in the activities in which they want to participate in which is hard for them to take part in because of there handicap. Technology is used to help with everyday tasks in the lives of deaf and hearing impaired individuals. With out this new technology which is being invented everyday, deaf and hearing impaired people may be considered to have a handicap which prevents them from certain activities, but this is not the case anymore, now these people just have different obstacles which through the use of technology they are learning to over come. They can do anything that regular normal range of hearing individuals can do, due to the new technology being invented everyday.
Throughout the course of the semester, I have gained a new understanding and respect of Deaf culture and the many aspects it encompasses. The information supplied in class through discussion, movies, and guest lecturers since the previous reflection have aided in the enhancement of my knowledge of Deaf culture and nicely wrapped up all of the information provided throughout the semester.
Marie Jean Philip was a leader, advocate, and researcher for the deaf community. Most famously known for being one of the original researchers in studying American Signe Language and Deaf Culture. She earned her respect and became an admired figure for her monumental bilingual-bicultural movement. Her influence spread throughout not only the United States, but to children and adults around the world.
From antiquity, being deaf was looked upon as an undesirable and a culture which was disconnected with the rest of mainstream society. Often members of the community found themselves ostracized by members of other cultures, who viewed them with suspicion, and were thought to be possessed, or in communion, with undesirable “spirits”, particularly during the advent of the Christianity that was in practice during the Middle Ages. During this period, before the advent of Gutenberg’s metal, movable type printing press, the populace was mostly illiterate and religious texts and spiritual obligations/instructions were verbally transmitted to the people by the literate clerics of the day. Thus, the deaf were believed to have no access to “Fides ex auditu,” which was the primary way, and often thought to be the only way; one could reach spiritual fulfillment and salvation. (Lane, 1984)
Deaf people have been strongly excluded and labeled through out history. Deaf people have had many negative, life changing events. Through out history, deaf people have been excluded from many different opportunities that hearing people are just given. For example, communicating, it is something that we all do but, at one-point deaf people weren’t even allowed to sign. Deaf people have made a strong community and have made a huge difference in how we communicate with each other today. There are many famous deaf actors, artist, musicians, etc. who have all made an impact on deaf culture. One man who made an impact within the use of ASL is Chuck Baird, a famous deaf artist.
“Being deaf does not make you dumb, just as being hearing does not make you smart.” The author of this quote is unknown, but the concept behind these words is true in every aspect: hearing people do not know much about the Deaf culture. Our world is always quick to jump to conclusions when it comes to different people. This leads to many misconceptions and unknown realities about Deaf people and their way of life. So much is unknown about the Deaf world; for example, many do not know the qualifications for being deaf and the day to day activities deaf people can participate in. Everyone should be able to receive a chance to see inside the Deaf culture and be enlightened to the truth.
The communication styles I have encounter in the Deaf/ Deafblind community so far are ASL, Tactile ASL, and some Oral communication. ASL was nothing new to me I have used it in many times before both in class, as well as in the Deaf community over the past five years. Tactile and Oral methods are new to me and I had not met anyone till this experience with the DSZ who used these forms to communicate. Yes I had the knowledge of these styles I just never had first hand experience seeing or using these methods. When I finally used Tactile it was interesting but I do have to say it’s not my favorite, this being because it requires a lot of touching, which I am not fully comfortable with.
The Deaf event I attended was the DEAFestival. This festival took place at the Los Angeles City Hall on October 3rd at 12:00pm. I specifically attended this event because I felt I would be much more comfortable at a larger gathering with more space and people rather than a small one such as Starbucks. Since the festival was greatly occupied I had more time to observe, take everything in slowly, and prepare myself. To say the least, I was extremely nervous. In fact, I don’t remember the last time I was genuinely that apprehensive. The cause of my anxiety was I because didn’t want to embarrass myself and I especially didn’t want to offend anyone. There were so many things going through my head. I stood to the side and repeated everything I knew about Deaf culture and American Sign Language in my head. Nonetheless, after several conversations with deaf individuals I felt marvelous. It wasn’t nearly as bad as I anticipated. The people I had the privilege of communicating with were very
During the first Saturday of every month I volunteer at St. Columbkill Church in Parma, Ohio which has a program for teenagers and young children to come and socialize and learn about the bible. With the church being located in Parma, Ohio there is a great amount of diversity within the teenagers, which makes the volunteering fun and exciting. Some of the teenagers who participate in the church group are people who were born Deaf. To help assist with the children who are Deaf, the church brings in a ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter, therefore the teenagers are able to participate fully in the church activities and not feel left out. Before taking a ASL class I was not able to communicate with the Deaf teenagers at any level. After taking a semester of ASL I was able to pick up on certain signs and I was able to communicate with the Deaf teenagers more