Educating the deaf : psychology, principles, and practices / Donald F. Moores.

Author/creator Moores, Donald F.
Format Book
Edition5th ed.
Publication InfoBoston : Houghton Mifflin, ©2001.
Description1 volume (various pagings) : illustrations ; 24 cm
Supplemental ContentTable of contents
Supplemental ContentContributor biographical information
Supplemental ContentPublisher description
Subjects

Contents Overview: education of the deaf -- Historical perspectives: prehistoric times to the twentieth century -- Historical perspectives: the United States from the eighteenth century to World War II -- Deafness: causes, prevention, and treatment -- Deaf individuals with additional conditions -- Families with deaf members: interpersonal relations from diagnosis to adulthood -- Deafness and cognitive functioning -- Deafness and social-emotional adjustment -- American sign language and manual communication -- Early intervention, infant, and preschool programs -- The acquisition of English: teaching and training techniques -- Literacy: the development of reading and writing -- Elementary and secondary education -- Postsecondary education and the economic status of deaf individuals.
Abstract This is the authoritative, comprehensive standard-bearer in its market, offering balanced coverage of hotly contested issues, such as language acquisition vs. manual communication. The text compiles all the major home, school, and community issues that affect the education of the deaf. Updated coverage includes information on new legislation mandating early educational services for deaf children. The book includes completely updated information on advances in medical technology, information on how technology can assist deaf students, and new Internet resources.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and indexes.
LCCN 00103364
ISBN061804289X
ISBN9780618042890

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks HV2430 .M66 2001 ✔ Available Place Hold