Quality Standards for Captions
When going through the process of captioning videos, whether done in-house or through a third-party vendor, it is important to consider the quality standards of captioning. There are several resources that identify industry standards on captioning media such as:
Captions Benefit Everyone
There is evidence-based research in support of using captioned media without the need to specifically make a request. Captions benefit everyone, and can dramatically improve one’s ability to retain and recall information from videos.
Captioned Media Services
Captioned media is the process of converting audio content to text that is displayed on a video. Captions not only create access for deaf individuals but also benefit emerging readers, ESL/ELL students, students with learning disabilities, individuals with ADD/ADHD, and many more. This guide will share more information on how to provide captioned media that meets quality standards.
Music Classes
Hearing loss should not be the determining factor of whether a student will be able to participate and succeed in music classes. Effective accommodations can remove barriers and allow deaf students to equally participate.
Accommodations for Online Classes
Many deaf students take classes online or complete their whole educational programs online, even before the COVID-19 pandemic — almost 46% had taken at least one course online. These students often experience challenges with receiving equitable access for online courses.
Providing Dual Accommodations
At times, deaf people may need more than one accommodation in order to gain full access to information. Often referred to as dual accommodations, this arrangement can be used in many different settings.
Healthcare Major: Do you disclose your disability when applying for school or work?
I had to decide whether or not I would disclose that I was Deaf during the application process. I had to put a lot of thought into my essay. From my resume or CV, it was pretty clear that I was Deaf. My research interests, and the community I was involved with, implied I was Deaf.
Tips for Deaf Students: Working with Interpreters (Part 1)
Using interpreter services in college might be different in other situations. In college you are responsible for planning your own accommodations. Your school might have its own rules for how to request interpreters. Ill show you some tips on how to request interpreters in college.
Tips for Deaf Students: Planning Your College Visits
Visiting colleges can help you make smart decisions about where to apply and attend.
Summer Camp: Ben’s Story
My mom showed me a brochure and suggested I go to this summer camp. I was adamant that I not go. In fact, I was really offended by the idea of going to a deaf camp. I had a very hearing mentality then.
Summer Camp: Alison’s Story
While attending Apsen Camp, I was among a diverse group of campers, from those who used ASL, to Signing Exact English. Campers from different academic experiences and environments all in one place, working together.
Summer Camp: Felix’s Story
When I was first told about a deaf/blind camp in Washington State, I was enthralled. Upon arriving at camp, I was shocked at the number of deaf/blind people there. Roughly 75 to 100 people.
