An Intellectual Look at American Sign Language: Clear Thinking on American Sign Language, English and Deaf Education

by Tom Bertling (Editor), Thomas J. Balkany

An important collection of essays centered around American Sign Language. The contributors who are among the nation's top researchers and educators are recognized for their critical thinking. In addition to ASL, they discuss deaf education, the importance of English and reading and writing skills, Deaf culture, ethical questions, Cochlear Implants, residential schools for the deaf and the future of deaf children.

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Published January 1, 2000