Within each chapter are multiple vignettes, examples, pictures, and stories to enhance content interest for readers and facilitate instructor teaching. Theories are introduced and explained in a practical and reader-friendly manner to ensure understanding, and clear examples are provided to illustrate concepts.

In addition, students of American Sign Language and Deaf studies will find an introduction to possible opportunities for professional and informal involvement with ASL/Deaf culture children and adults. Deaf Culture fills a unique niche as an introductory text that is accessible and straightforward for those beginning their studies of the Deaf-World.

Features:

• Strong focus on including different communities within Deaf culture
  
• Thought-provoking questions, illustrative vignettes, and examples
  
• Theories introduced and explained in a practical and reader-friendly manner
  
• Written by Deaf and hearing authors with extensive teaching experience and immersion in ASL and Deaf culture