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Deaf teacher candidates in hearing classrooms: a unique teacher preparation program
1Department of Education, Gallaudet University, Washington, DC, USA.
American Annals of the Deaf
|May 17, 2000
Summary
Deaf students in a Gallaudet University teacher education program gain dual certification in deaf education. These candidates develop high expectations for deaf learners, mirroring hearing peers' developmental progress.
Area of Science:
- Education
- Deaf Studies
- Teacher Training
Background:
- Gallaudet University offers an undergraduate program for deaf students in general education.
- The program includes a full-time internship with hearing students, supported by interpreters.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the preparation of deaf students for general education teaching roles.
- To assess the developmental progression and expectations of deaf teacher candidates.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of an undergraduate teacher education program at Gallaudet University.
- Review of studies on deaf candidates' developmental stages and expectations.
Main Results:
- Deaf candidates progress through similar developmental stages as hearing candidates.
- Deaf teacher candidates develop high expectations for deaf learners.
- Graduates pursue dual certification through a master's program.
Conclusions:
- The program effectively prepares deaf students for dual certification in deaf education.
- Deaf teacher candidates demonstrate developmental parity and high expectations for future students.
- Implementation challenges of such inclusive programs warrant further discussion.