Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ318498
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1985
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The Traditional Group Narrative of Deaf Children.
Rutherford, Susan
Sign Language Studies, n47 p141-59 Sum 1985
Examines the group narrative, a folk tradition that is widespread among deaf children. Shows how the use of American Sign Language elements and traditional group narrative style can be used in developing deaf children's appreciation and mastery of English-based texts and the world view they contain. (SED)
Descriptors: American Sign Language, Children, Deafness, Folk Culture, Personal Narratives, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Non-Classroom
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Language: English
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