Early Intervention: A Multicultural Perspective on d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Multilingual Learners.

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Early Intervention: A Multicultural Perspective on d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Multilingual Learners.

Am Ann Deaf. 2016;161(1):33-40

Authors: Sandy KB

Abstract
Today's pluralistic society is characterized by families from many linguistic and cultural backgrounds, including families with infants and toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearing (d/Dhh). Taking a multicultural perspective, the author examines family-centered early intervention (FCEI) and the transition to school services for children who are d/Dhh. Working with d/Dhh Multilingual Learners (DMLs) and their families presents a unique challenge to early intervention professionals: ensuring that families have adequate information and resources to make informed choices, particularly regarding communication. The author presents information and research related to (a) family and professional partnerships, (b) cultural contexts for early intervention,

PMID: 27156916 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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