Deaf and Hard of Hearing Multilingual Learners: Foundations, Strategies, and Resources

This book is a valuable resource for professionals, interventionists, and families to effectively support the diverse needs of d/Dhh multilingual learners, covering topics such as family engagement, assessment, literacy, multiple disabilities, and transition planning.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 308 pages
Publication date: 15 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This essential resource offers foundational knowledge and practical strategies for deaf or hard of hearing (d/Dhh) multilingual learners. These learners hail from backgrounds where their home languages differ from the dominant spoken or sign languages of the culture. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for professionals, interventionists, and families, empowering them to effectively support the diverse needs of d/Dhh multilingual learners. It covers a wide range of topics, including family engagement, assessment, literacy, multiple disabilities, transition planning, and more.

The book features vignettes of learners from 25 countries, engaging discussion questions, and family-centered infographic briefs that summarize each chapter. By adopting strength-based and linguistically responsive approaches, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Multilingual Learners takes a groundbreaking step toward enhancing the support provided to d/Dhh students throughout their educational journey.

This resource is invaluable for educators, policymakers, and advocates who are committed to creating inclusive learning environments that honor and celebrate the diverse languages and cultures of d/Dhh students. It provides valuable insights and practical tools that can help educators better understand the unique challenges and strengths of these learners, enabling them to provide tailored support that promotes their academic success and well-being.

Weight: 474g
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032155654