Sign language and communication basics

Bag code: EDUSLT6414026 Days: One day Training session duration: Two hours Time: 4 training hours Targeted participants of the program: • Teachers and trainers working with deaf students or students with hearing disabilities, whether in public or private schools or training centers. • Social workers and educational counselors who need to understand deaf culture and effective communication methods with them. • Special education students and rehabilitation sciences students studying methods of teaching the deaf or communication skills with them. • Employees in service or community sectors such as hospitals, libraries, cultural centers who deal with deaf people daily. • Anyone interested in learning sign language and understanding deaf culture for the purpose of integrating them into society or enhancing social interaction with them. Program overview: This program revolves around sign language and communication basics (definition – types – characteristics – goals – positives – negatives, etc.) and will be presented through the following unit: Training unit: Sign language and communication basics Program objectives: To have the trainee mention the concept of sign language and its importance as a primary means of communication for the deaf. To make the trainee aware of the importance of understanding deaf culture in communication. Program topics: Training unit: (Sign language and communication basics) 1- Introduction to sign language • Concept of sign language and its importance as a primary means of communication for the deaf. • The difference between sign language and regular gestures. • The origin and development of sign language over time. • Characteristics of sign language as a complete language (rules – structure – meaning). • Types of sign languages and their differences from one community to another. • The role of sign language in social and educational integration. 2- Deaf culture and linguistic identity • Concept of deaf culture and its social dimensions. • The linguistic identity of deaf people and its impact on communication. • Common values and behaviors within the deaf community. • Common misconceptions about the deaf and their correction. • The importance of respecting deaf culture in educational and training situations. • The impact of awareness of deaf culture on communication success. 3- Communication basics in sign language • Sign language alphabet (sign letters). • Basic gestures used in daily life. • Facial expressions and their role in conveying meaning. • Body language and its importance in message clarity. • Direction, movement, and placement in signs. • Common mistakes in using sign language and how to avoid them. 4- Effective communication skills with the deaf • Rules of proper eye contact with the deaf person. • How to start and end a conversation in sign language. • Managing dialogue and ensuring message delivery. • Dealing with individual differences among deaf people. • Using visual aids to support communication. • Practical situations for daily communication (educational – service – social). Contents of the PowerPoint package: 51 Trainer guide 42 Trainee guide 40 Activities 3 Introductory guide 3 References 6 Evaluation and data forms 6 Pre- and post-assessment tests 2 Videos 5 Photos 1 Mind map 1 Brochure Contents of the package: 12 Training package model Please click here to view the training package model.