Educational policy is increasingly focused on the need for individuals to be prepared for postsecondary education. This article uses the lens of deaf students to explore ways in which college readiness can be conceptualized for both individuals and institutions. We…
Type: Resources
Resource Type: Research
Useful For: Administrators
Topics: Research & Data, Research Translated!
The research brief summarizes the research and relevant resources related to the Common Core State Standards for teachers of deaf students….
Type: Resources
Useful For: Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals
Topics: Research & Data
Single-case design (SCD) research is often considered a good fit for measuring intervention outcomes among low-incidence populations, including deaf individuals. The authors use criteria from the What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) to assess the quality of SCD studies across research about…
Type: Resources
Resource Type: Research
Useful For: Teachers
Topics: Research & Data
This research brief provides an overview of current employment data for deaf adults….
Type: Resources
Resource Type: Research
Useful For: Administrators
Topics: Research & Data
These resources contain more in-depth information about topics related to speech-to-text services….
Type: Resources
Useful For: Administrators
Topics: Speech-to-Text (Services)
STTS providers can be hired as staff members, independent contractors, or be contracted through an agency. When evaluating qualifications, gather information about the provider’s skills, credentials, and experience working in various settings prior to hiring….
Type: Resources
Resource Type: Guides
Useful For: Speech-to-Text Provider
Topics: Speech-to-Text (Services), Assistive Technology
These resources contain more in-depth information about topics related to interpreting….
Type: Resources
Resource Type: Guides
Useful For: Interpreters
Topics: Interpreting
When arranging interpreting services, you can ensure effective communication access by hiring qualified interpreters, keeping interpreting consistent, and checking in regularly with the deaf person….
Type: Resources
Resource Type: Guides
Useful For: Administrators
Topics: Interpreting
Interpreting eases effective communication between hearing and deaf people, and is commonly used in education, employment, healthcare, legal settings, entertainment, and more….
Type: Resources
Resource Type: Overviews
Useful For: Administrators
Topics: Interpreting
When a video incorporates musical elements, this information should be incorporated into the captioning track for accessibility purposes. The Described and Captioned Media Program’s (DCMP) Captioning Key includes tips and guidance on captioning music under Sound Effects and Music. For…
Type: Resources
Resource Type: Tip Sheet
Useful For: Administrators
Topics: Assistive Technology
When the language of a video is primarily spoken in a foreign language, the equivalent accessible version would reflect captions in the same foreign language and should not be translated into English. For example, a deaf student is taking a…
Type: Resources
Resource Type: Guides
Useful For: Disability Services Professionals
Topics: Assistive Technology
Effective communication is the required standard to ensure qualified individuals with disabilities have equitable communication access. Access to accurate information in lectures, discussions and across other rigorous courses is essential for deaf students. Therefore, it is imperative that quality captions…
Type: Resources
Resource Type: Guides
Useful For: Administrators
Topics: Assistive Technology