Tools

This resource provides a list of ten strategies that deaf and hard-of-hearing students would like teachers to use in the classroom to improve access to learning. The following are examples of the strategies included: don't use words like "this" and "that" as referents in the class or lab, treat all students equally, have a positive/flexible...

This case study explores the Opening the Pathway to Technician Careers Conference, which engaged biology teachers of Deaf students in 2019. The case study describes how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) can be used to support a bilingual (English and American Sign Language), accessible, and inclusive professional development conference. Best...

This case study explores case-based learning strategies for active learning in bilingual classrooms with Deaf and hearing students. A five-part video series is provided. In part one, Dr. Sandi Connelly describes how she checks for understanding when teaching cases in large classes. In part two, Connelly discusses technology and digital media, and...

Working Together: Deaf and Hearing People Online Course is designed to help employers develop the sensitivity and skills to communicate effectively with deaf and hard-of-hearing employees, enable deaf and hearing colleagues to work together more productively, and assist in fostering a workplace culture of diversity and inclusion. This course is...

This tip sheet, published by the Internet Scout Research Group, provides guidance for employers on making their workplaces more accessible for deaf and hard-of-hearing employees. The article is divided into three areas: accommodations, safety, and additional resources. Technology; telecommunication services, devices, and interpreters; captioning;...

This tip sheet, provided by DeafTEC at the Rochester Institute of Technology, provides strategies for communicating with deaf and hard-of-hearing employees and students. Strategies for one-on-one conversations, group communications, and telephone or video conference meetings are highlighted.