ERIC Number: EJ727772
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005
Pages: 9
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ISSN: ISSN-1081-4159
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Understanding Harry Potter: Parallels to the Deaf World
Czubek, Todd A.; Greenwald, Janey
Journal of Deaf Studies and Deaf Education, v10 n4 p442-450 Fall 2005
Every so often there are stories that take the world by storm and make such an impact that they become part of our everyday world. These stories, characters, and themes become established elements of cultural literacy. This is exactly what has happened with J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. Harry and his cohort of wizards, witches, and their adventures have become an indispensable part of popular literature and popular culture. We have developed an innovative way to ensure that Deaf children, their families, and anyone studying literature (Deaf or general) gain a deeper understanding of this phenomenon. In fact, we go further by demonstrating how using a Deaf Lens provides the greatest insight into the fascinating world of Harry Potter. Utilizing a Deaf Studies Template and a Deaf Lens, we capitalize on the experiences of Deaf people everywhere while celebrating the valuable role American Sign Language has in academic programming.
Descriptors: Deafness, Childrens Literature, American Sign Language, Teaching Methods, Literature Appreciation, Popular Culture
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