The Oxford Handbook of Deaf Studies, Language, and Education, Volume 1

Marc Marschark editor Peter E Nathan editor Patricia Elizabeth Spencer editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Oxford University Press Inc

Published:24th Feb '11

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The Oxford Handbook of Deaf Studies, Language, and Education, Volume 1 cover

The field of deaf studies, language, and education has grown dramatically over the past forty years. From work on the linguistics of sign language and parent-child interactions to analyses of school placement and the the mapping of brain function in deaf individuals, research across a range of disciplines has greatly expanded not just our knowledge of deafness and the deaf, but also the very origins of language, social interaction, and thinking. In this updated edition of the landmark original volume, a range of international experts present a comprehensive overview of the field of deaf studies, language, and education. Written for students, practitioners, and researchers, The Oxford Handbook of Deaf Studies, Language, and Education, Volume 1, is a uniquely ambitious work that has altered both the theoretical and applied landscapes. Pairing practical information with detailed analyses of what works, why, and for whom-all while banishing the paternalism that once dogged the field-this first of two volumes features specially-commissioned, updated essays on topics including: language and language development, hearing and speech perception, education, literacy, cognition, and the complex cultural, social, and psychological issues associated with deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. The range of these topics shows the current state of research and identifies the opportunites and challenges that lie ahead. Combining historical background, research, and strategies for teaching and service provision, the two-volume Oxford Handbook of Deaf Studies, Language, and Education stands as the benchmark reference work in the field of deaf studies.

Review(s) from previous edition(s)
...a weighty and important text, which deserves proper time and attention...I would certainly recommend it to anyone who is looking for an introduction to a topic or an overview of current research and developments. * Deafness and Education International *

ISBN: 9780199750986

Dimensions: 180mm x 254mm x 33mm

Weight: 1134g

576 pages

2nd Revised edition