Abstract
This presentation firstly focuses on the definition and foundation of Deaf Studies as a field, both narrow and expanded to include linguistics, ethnography and other fields with deaf themes. Secondly, it focuses on innovation in the field of Deaf Studies, outlining ongoing transformations in methodology, theoretical frameworks and dissemination pathways. Thirdly, it asks whether it still makes sense to conceive of Deaf Studies as a demarcated field. Throughout the presentation, the presenter draws on research experience in Surinam, Ghana and India.
Highlights
Field has existed since late 1970s, mainly UK and USA
Ghana PhD research 2008-2009 Deaf culture? Deaf people: part of wider village and hearing family whilst setting up deaf spaces to engage in deaf sociality
Distinction between academic and everyday use: Even if we experiment with new concepts in academia, “deaf culture”, “deaf community”, “deaf world” etc. are widely used in everyday discourses in some deaf communities! Important to acknowledge that + study how the concepts are used!
Summary
Field has existed since late 1970s, mainly UK and USA Foci during early Deaf Studies: 1. Overturning medical/deficit model of deafness 2. Field has existed since late 1970s, mainly UK and USA Foci during early Deaf Studies: 1. Description and validation of deaf communities and cultures (Deaf clubs and schools as central places; checklists of cultural traits). 3. Addressing and challenging oppression (oralism, audism, liberation, empowerment)
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