ERIC Number: EJ1174208
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Publication Date: 2016
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d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Multilingual Learners: The Development of Communication and Language
Pizzo, Lianna
American Annals of the Deaf, v161 n1 p17-32 2016
The author examines the theory and research relevant to educating d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Multilingual Learners (DMLs). There is minimal research on this population, yet a synthesis of related theory, research, and practice on spoken-language bilinguals can be used to add to the body of knowledge on these learners. Specifically, the author reports on three major areas: (a) population characteristics of DMLs, (b) theories relevant to understanding the language development of DMLs, and (c) considerations for programs in designing and implementing educational services for DMLs. In the interest of ensuring that children receive the foundation for linguistic success, aspects of linguistically responsive teaching (Lucas & Villegas, 2013) are addressed, with a focus on adopting an asset-based perspective on educating DMLs that honors all of a child's language, identity, and cultural memberships.
Descriptors: Deafness, Hearing Impairments, Bilingual Students, Multilingualism, Oral Language, Educational Research, Theory Practice Relationship, Student Characteristics, Demography, Language Acquisition, English Language Learners, Second Language Learning, Culturally Relevant Education, Educational Benefits, Educational Theories, Linguistic Theory, Second Language Instruction, American Sign Language, Vocabulary Development, Expressive Language, Academic Discourse, Educational Trends
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