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Exploring The Racial Microaggressions American Sign Language–English Interpreters Commit, Cheryl Gallon
Exploring The Racial Microaggressions American Sign Language–English Interpreters Commit, Cheryl Gallon
Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies and Communication Equity Thesis or Action Research Project
This phenomenological case study explores the racial microaggression committed by ASL– English interpreters. Data regarding microaggression events were collected by documenting experiences of Deaf People of Color through semi-structured interviews. To date, there is not any identified research investigating this topic. The field of professional sign language interpretation has a historical praxis of centering White epistemologies, while marginalizing the lived experiences of both Deaf and hearing People of Color in both formative interpreter education, as well as professional trainings. The growing interest in topics relating to social justice in the field of sign language interpretation has brought about an increase …
Including Students With Special Needs In A Mainstream Classroom In Cameroon, Elie Tcheimegni
Including Students With Special Needs In A Mainstream Classroom In Cameroon, Elie Tcheimegni
Master's Theses
This qualitative study used a survey research design to collect perception data from ten general educators from Northern Cameroon to examine the attitudes and instructional efficacy of the regular education teacher towards the inclusion of learning disabled students in the Northern part of Cameroon in grades 9 to 12. The findings of this study indicated that there is a need to train general education teachers for inclusion. Participants believe general education teachers need supports, logistics, professional development and training in inclusion practices. They all mentioned teachers need training, support and resources. Teachers should possess the skills that facilitate all learning …