SIGN LANGUAGE: MORE THAN JUST A “NEW LANGUAGE”
The course on skills in communication with people with hearing loss, organized by CED, goes beyond merely learning a "new language"; it opens a door to understanding, helping Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals feel respected, heard, and supported in their daily lives.
The course on skills in communication with people with hearing loss offered by the Center for Research and Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CED), is designed to eliminate language barriers and bridge the social gap between the community with and without hearing disabilities.
1. Breaking down language barriers and connecting communities
• Sign Language Training: Equips learners with basic signs, the manual alphabet, vocabulary, and grammar, enabling direct conversation with deaf individuals.
• Cultural Understanding: Helps hearing individuals gain insight into the culture, mindset, and lives of the deaf and hard of hearing community, thereby fostering empathy and dispelling unfounded prejudices.
2. Enhancing practical communication effectiveness
• Utilizing body language: Trains learners in the use of facial expressions, gestures, and eye contact—elements that are crucial for visual communication.
• Supplementary skills: Introduces alternative communication methods when necessary—such as writing, drawing, or using technology apps—as well as techniques for speaking slowly and clearly to assist those who rely on lip-reading.
3. Supporting professional work and an inclusive environment
• Professional application: Particularly valuable for teachers, healthcare workers, customer service staff, and social activists, enabling them to support and serve deaf and hard of hearing individuals fairly and attentively.
• Create an equitable environment: Contribute to building a civilized society where the Deaf and Hard of Hearing have greater opportunities for education and employment, and can easily integrate into the community.
