ERIC Number: ED667809
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2021
Pages: 171
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ISBN: 979-8-5229-2731-8
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A Phenomenological Examination of the Experience for Deaf Faculty Members in a Post-Secondary Institution in America
Amy A. Schilling
ProQuest LLC, D.E. Dissertation, Eastern Kentucky University
The experience of Deaf tenure track or tenured faculty in post-secondary education is largely unknown. This qualitative phenomenological examination afforded six Deaf tenure track or tenured faculty to share their experiences. The purpose of this study is to share the day-to-day lived experience of Deaf tenure track or tenured faculty in post-secondary institutions. The goal of the study was to reveal areas of growths and strengths to allow institutions to better recruit, support, and retain Deaf tenure track faculty. Deaf faculty shared their experiences and have overcome barriers leading to success in their field. Interviews were conducted with each participant and data was coded and organized. Six themes emerged from the data: Community, communication, interpreting, relationships, unique challenges Deaf faculty encounter, and tips. Findings from this study will aid post-secondary institutions in promoting a healthy and equitable atmosphere for Deaf tenure track or tenured faculty. The implications of the study's findings for practice and recommendations for future studies related to Deaf tenure track or tenure faculty are also included. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
Descriptors: Deafness, Tenure, College Faculty, Teaching Experience, Barriers, Coping, Resilience (Psychology), Work Environment, Interpersonal Communication, Deaf Interpreting, Interpersonal Relationship
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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