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JCIH has recognized the importance of fluent native language models, not just to improve ASL but because it leads to better English language learning
JCIH has recognized the importance of fluent native language models, not just to improve ASL but because it leads to better English language learning
2013 Supplement to the Joint Committee on Infant Hearing 2007 Position Statement
JCIH - Goal 3a: Intervention Services to Teach ASL Will Be Provided by Professionals Who Have Native or Fluent Skills and Are Trained to Teach Parents/Families and Young Children
Goal 10: Individuals Who Are D/HH Will Be Active Participants in the Development and Implementation of EHDI Systems at the National, State/Territory, and Local Levels; Their Participation Will Be an Expected and Integral Component of the EHDI Systems
Goal 11: All Children Who Are D/HH and Their Families Have Access to Support, Mentorship, and Guidance From Individuals Who Are D/HH
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Deaf Mentoring
Deaf Mentoring
BENEFITS
Increased confidence of family members and the child
Ease Grief / Anxiety
Language Acquisition
Celebrate /embrace Deaf/DB/HH child (identity)
Bi-lingual ASL and English
Use of Eye Gaze
Cultural and Language Nuances¨Gateway to Deaf community
CHALLENGES
Recognizing the importance of Deaf Mentoring
Funding
Time/Scheduling
Different systems
Staffing short and long commitments
Families’ commitment
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