SED DE 570 American Sign Language I
Stamped approval required. Introductory course that provides nonnative
signers an opportunity to study American Sign Language as a foreign/second
language. Emphasizes developing receptive skills. An introduction to
Deaf culture is presented through instruction and activities. 4 cr,
either sem. & Summer I
SED DE 571 American Sign Language II
Prereq: SED DE 570. Continuation of SED DE 570. Extensive information
on Deaf culture is presented through conversation. 4 cr, either sem.
& Summer II
SED DE 572 Psychology and the Deaf
Surveys historical, current philosophical, and future directions in
educating Deaf children. Includes the study of concepts and research
specifically related to the psychological functioning of Deaf children
and adults. Hoffmeister. 4 cr, 1st sem.
SED DE 573 Expressive and Receptive Vocal Processes
Study of the vocal processes necessary for the production and reception
of speech. Students gain foundational knowledge and practical methodology
in teaching speech to Deaf children. Covers interpreting audiograms
and the function and maintenance of hearing aids. 2 cr, 1st sem.
SED DE 574 Prepracticum: Initial Strategies
Prereq: SED DE 573. Field-based course emphasizing a one-to-one or
tutorial approach (therapeutic) to implement strategies for enhancing
the expressive/receptive communication skills of Deaf children. Allows
implementation of coursework experiences. Includes 75 hours of field
experience. Variable cr, either sem.
SED DE 575 Language and the Deaf Child
Prereq: SED LS 560, LS 602. First part of a two-semester sequence applying
current linguistic principles to classroom instruction for Deaf children.
Provides exposure to current language assessment instruments and bilingual
approaches to educating Deaf children in the classroom. (ASL/English).
Hoffmeister. 4 cr, 1st sem.
SED DE 576 Advanced Language and the Deaf Child
Prereq: SED DE 575. Emphasis on the application of practical methodology
based on current theoretical models developed first semester. Focuses
on language issues and suggested strategies for instructing Deaf children.
(ASL/English). Hoffmeister. 4 cr, 2nd sem.
SED DE 577 Instructional Strategies and the Deaf Child
Advanced course designed to provide students with strategies for adapting
previously studied curriculum design, innovation, construction, and
evaluation procedures. Students adapt and develop materials for teaching
reading, mathematics, and other content areas for preschool and elementary-age
Deaf children. 4 cr, 2nd sem.
SED DE 590 American Sign Language III
Prereq: SED DE 571. An intermediate course designed for students who
have completed a minimum of ASL I and ASL II. Offers a more in-depth
discussion of the principles of American Sign Language. Emphasizes receptive
and expressive skills. Presents further exposure to more sophisticated
dialogue. 4 cr, 1st sem.
SED DE 591 American Sign Language IV
Prereq: SED DE 590. An in-depth discussion of principles of ASL. Emphasizes
expressive skills. Provides exposure to discourse processes in ASL.
4 cr, 2nd sem.
SED DE 672 American Sign Language Structure
Prereq: SED LS 560, SED DE 571, and SED LS 602. Structural linguistic
study of specific aspects of phonology, morphology, syntax, and lexicology
in ASL. Concepts of language variation, dialect, creolization, and bilingualism.
Hoffmeister. 4 cr, 2nd sem.
SED DE 678 Practicum: Student-Teaching
Prereq: completed core coursework in education of the Deaf. Open only
to matriculated graduate students who have completed prerequisites.
Full-time 16-week component. Students participate in classroom instruction
in either a residential or a day school/day class program (totaling
300 hours). Students are placed with master teachers in self-contained,
resource room, and/or itinerant settings. Variable cr, either sem.
SED DE 700 Clinical Practice: Education of the Deaf
Supervised clinical practice for students who wish to apply for standard
certification. Open only to matriculated students who have completed
prerequisites. Integrates content-area knowledge and pedagogical theory
and practice. Builds upon the practicum experience. A minimum of 400
hours is required. 3 cr, either sem.