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Pbs Teachers: Sound and Fury: Deaf and Diverse
Identify beliefs, values and attitudes of deaf culture. Explore the causes and special communication needs of deafness, research the role that American Sign Language plays in forging a sense of community and create your own "sign name".
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Community Profile Network: Hereford History
Why does Texas have a county called "Deaf Smith"? Discover this hero of Texas independence who was a hearing-impaired mounted scout during the struggle with Mexico.
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Pbs Learning Media: Alexander Graham Bell: Scientist, Inventor, and Teacher
Using a short video and two primary sources, students will learn about Bell's inventions and his work with the deaf community.