What helps me? First, receiving the textbook and handouts before class; then the lecture; and finally the one-on-one with the professor.
Ann
Deaf/hard-of-hearing students need to work harder to prepare for class and labs than hearing students.
A faculty member’s negative stereotype of a deaf student was proven wrong by the hard work of that student.
What helps me? First, receiving the textbook and handouts before class; then the lecture; and finally the one-on-one with the professor.
Maybe it’s not fair, but I learned to accept the fact that I have to work harder than my hearing peers.
The teacher conveys his/her attitude towards deaf/hard-of-hearing students on the first day of class.
Teachers new to deaf/hard-of-hearing students can be nervous; but give us time and we’ll earn your respect.
Providing lecture notes and PowerPoint slides before class helps me the most when I’m in class.
