Language and Deafness

by Paul, Peter V.

• ISBN13: 9780763751043
• ISBN10: 0763751049
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-12-22
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Summary

The only text to present descriptions and research syntheses on the major language/communication systems-oral English, sign systems, and ASL! The Fourth Edition of Language and Deafness covers language and literacy development from preschool through adolescence. It provides a clear depiction of the language/communication systems of d/Deaf and hard of hearing children and adolescents, and offers a comprehensive discussion of the current theories of language acquisition. In an easy-to-read, accessible manner, students will learn the basics of language development and the relationship between language and cognition. Oral communication methods and English-like signing systems, linguistics/sociolinguistics of American Sign Language, and multicultural aspects, including bilingualism and second-language learning are covered in detail. Each chapter includes major objectives, summaries, suggested readings, problem-solving activities and challenge review questions to stimulate and provoke classroom dialogue. New to the Fourth Edition: Thorough updates to every chapter New chapter on Writing (Chapter 8) New chapter on Literate Thought (Chapter 9) A new section on cued speech/language and cochlear implants (Chapter 4) More detailed chapter on American Sign Language with a description of relationship between the use of ASL and the development of English as a second language More case scenarios Instructor's Manual with comprehension questions and a test bank now available!

Table of Contents

Introduction to Language and Deafness	p. 1
The Structure and Function of Language	p. 29
Language Acquisition: Perspectives, Development, and Relation to Thought	p. 71
The Development of Oral English	p. 119
Sign Systems	p. 165
American Sign Language and the Development of English	p. 213
Reading	p. 267
Writing	p. 321
Literate Thought	p. 359
Language Instruction	p. 393
Language Assessment	p. 433
Epilogue	p. 481
Comprehension and Challenge Questions	p. 487
Glossary of Terms Related to Literacy	p. 513
References	p. 519
Index	p. 551
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