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".

The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders offers classroom activities and other resources for students and teachers.

This teaching unit for "Joseph Had a Little Overcoat" is specially designed for teachers of students who are deaf and hard of hearing. It is based on the book Joseph Had a Little Overcoat by Simms Taback. This unit deals with all aspects...

Explore the science of sound and the human ear, and explain how this applies to the operation of cochlear implants for the deaf. Observe how structures can be "tuned" to respond to different frequencies.

Undeterred by deafness and blindness, Helen Keller rose to become a major 20th-century humanitarian, educator, and writer.

Using a short video and two primary sources, young scholars will learn about Bell's inventions and his work with the deaf community.

During this instructional activity, students learn about the life of Helen Keller and how she communicated with others. Students have the opportunity to use sign language to communicate with others. Students gain an appreciation for...