Interesting readings… * Closed/Open Captions, Subtitles, and Rear-Window Captioning: Love the reference to the rear window thingamajing as “flag” and that we feel like we have a scarlet letter when we carry the flag in the movie theater. * Culture First or Deaf First? Another look at an ages old debate. Lots of comments. * …
November 2007 archive
Deaf Students and Standardized Testing
Standardized testing… the source of stress, ulcers, baldness, debates… I don’t know what they prove because the SATs proved nothing for me. SATs are supposedly the indicator of how well a student will do in college. Well, my scores were embarrassing (took it twice) and I did fine and dandy in college, thankyouverymuch. Anyway, Jamie …
Winter Headband
It finally got cold enough for me to try the headband that covers the ears. When I tried it on, it looked like a good fit. But of course, I didn’t have my tennis sunglasses on to add to the bulk. At first, it worked well. When I adjusted the headband, I was surprised to …
Devices Help Businesses Communicate with Deaf
I loved reading this Fox News story because the owner of an auto shop took the initiative to create a new product because he wanted his shop to communicate with customers who were deaf. As a result, he saw business go up from 2 or 3 deaf customers to 30 per month! It’s a great …
JobEnable.com
JobEnable.com is a new site that connects disabled job seekers with job opportunities. Matt Lawrence and the NetworkIP team started the site to help people with disabilities find employment. Matt is an employee of NetworkIP who happens to have a disability. He developed Dystonia when he was 13. It’s a progressive neurological disorder that gradually …
Girl Teaches Sign Language to Deaf Dog
Another aww … story for you. Girl Teaches Deaf Dog Sign Language
Voting Rights for People with Disabilities
This is focused on Texans, but the information could be valuable to those outside of Texas. The information comes from DeafNetwork. Texans with Disabilities Know Your Voting Rights! Accessibility – State law requires all polling places meet strict accessibility standards. Private Ballot – It is your right to cast a private and independent ballot. Voting …