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Peer reviewedNover, Stephen M.; Cheng, Li-Rong Lilly; Christensen, Kathee M. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Suggests the need for a new profession called sign pathology to help deaf children who experience difficulty in acquiring a signed language. It offers a framework for the development of professional sign language pathologists, while differentiating between disorders related to signed language acquisition and bilingual language pedagogy for deaf…
Descriptors: American Sign Language, Bilingual Education, Deafness, Language Impairments
Peer reviewedNelson, Keith E. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
This commentary reviews the articles in this theme issue and analyzes American Sign Language (ASL) bilingual approaches to supporting children with deafness in acquiring English text skills. Also discussed are theoretical explanations for how bilingual contexts may contribute to progress in English literacy and spoken English. Issues for the…
Descriptors: American Sign Language, Bilingual Education, Bilingualism, Deafness
Peer reviewedMirenda, Pat; Schuler, Adriana L. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1988
The article reviews issues related to the cognitive styles, processing modes, and learning strengths and weaknesses that should be considered when selecting augmentative and alternative communication techniques for persons with autism. Stressed is the need to change communication techniques to accommodate the expanding needs and capabilities of…
Descriptors: Autism, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Communication Disorders
