Anna shares her powerful life story, beginning with her childhood in Detroit and her family’s roots on the Greek island of Samos. She recalls her father’s difficult journey to the United States, her mother’s immigration with her priest father, and the challenges she faced growing up deaf in a hearing family. Anna describes how a deaf friend introduced her to...
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OIC Movies Top Ten Tips for Receptive Practice
🔑 1. Focus on Whole Meaning, Not Every Sign Don’t freeze if you miss a sign or two—look for the overall idea.Like spoken language, context usually fills in the gaps. 👀 2. Train Your Eyes, Not Your Voice Keep your eyes on the signer’s face, not just the hands. Facial expressions carry grammar and tone.Use peripheral vision to catch handshapes...
Supreme Court Decisions Regarding Same Sex Marriage: DOMA and Prop 8 Explained
This video explains two landmark Supreme Court rulings from June 26 that shaped the future of marriage equality in the United States. The Court struck down part of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), ensuring that legally married same-sex couples can access federal benefits such as tax breaks and pensions. It also resolved the Proposition 8 case in California, which...
The Winning Worm
Cassie was a cheerleader in high school. In this funny and inspiring tale, Cassie Simmons, a former cheerleader from the Michigan School for the Deaf, takes us back to a high-stakes cheerleading competition against the legendary Indiana School for the Deaf. With a mix of challenges, determination, and a little bit of humor, she recounts the unforgettable moment she broke...
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