Deaf And Hearing Culture: Video Analysis

I enjoy learning about ASL and the culture. I was surprised on how much different it is than that of the English culture. The video that I watched for Unit 3, “See What I Mean: Differences between Deaf and Hearing Cultures” was a very interesting video. The lateness aspect is unique. Most people if they are late do not want to cause a scene, and do not want the attention directed towards them. I think if the hearing culture adopted stating the reason why one was late, then a lot more people would strive to be on time. I enjoy the leave taking. Instead of saying bye and walking away the conversations continues and to make sure both parties have clear understanding of any details and the next time that they will meet. The hearing culture should

adopt clear communication many problems arise from lack of communication and any misunderstandings that can be prevented if people would take the time needed to talk and clear up any confusion. I do like that they are open about how much they paid for items. Most people will share if they got a good deal, but not if they paid more that someone else for the same item. I am a nosy person per hearing culture, I always know what is going on, and I like to know as much information as possible. I also agree with appearance. I am not a subtle person by any means, I am very opinionated and usually before knowing this, If I saw something I always would have comments about people. I know that the deaf culture does not appreciated the “sandwich model” of feedback, but there is one thing that I dislike, the time an event starts. I am a very punctual person. I do not like to show up on time, I like to be early, when going someplace. When a person says, something starts at noon I will be there, and if it ends at two, I leave at that time.
I have a greater appreciation for ASL. I knew of sign language, because going to certain events there would be an interpreter on stage. I thought prior to taking this class that it was a universal language. I also admire all the people that continue to keep the language alive for hundreds of years. I took it for granted that sign language was always there in some form. I was upset to learn that the deaf culture was oppressed for signing, and were punished for it. I am glad that it did not stop them, so that today I can learn ASL, and be a part of the culture