Before reading this chapter I had
always wondered if eye dropping would be the equivalent to eavesdropping. The
book states that, “It’s not bad
manners to enter a conversation, but it should never be an intrusion. It all
depends on the situation and whom you’re with” (pg. 140). I think that I would
feel uncomfortable watching a signing conversation and randomly joining in. I
think I would feel more comfortable if I had seen that the deaf person had just
met the person they were conversing with because then it wouldn’t be so awkward
to approach and participate in the conversation.
This chapter also talks a lot about
name signs. “A namesign is always bestowed by another Deaf person, and can be a
humorous or affectionate way of commemorating a salient detail of a person’s
appearance, ethnic identity, habits, passions, or quirks” (pg.141). I currently
do not have a name sign. I think it would be awesome to have one and maybe one
day I will. I find it amazing to think about all the little things that deaf
people miss out on, such as whispering. I never really thought about it before,
that a hearing person is able to have a private conversation by whispering
where as a deaf person’s conversation is always public and may be interpreted
by someone who knows ASL.
Chapter 23:
I have
noticed that most deaf people ask a lot of questions. In class we had talked
about how it is sort of just how they are since they miss all of the side
conversations that we hear every day so asking questions fills their curiosity.
I like that they take the time to ask me questions it makes me think that they
actually care and want to get to know me more. After reading this chapter I
learned that when a deaf person meets a good signer, “Often such a hearing
person will be welcomed into the Deaf community” (pg.144). I think they appreciate the fact that someone
is trying to learn the language. I also learned that sometimes they ask a lot
of question in order to see if they can help you and to find out what
instructor you are learning from. “Deaf people like to warn hearing students
about bad teachers and to encourage them to take classes taught by good ones”
(pg.145). I find this gesture sweet and I think it is commendable of them to
want to encourage students. I had never heard of the ASLTA certification but I see
why they find it important since it is “a reasonably reliable indicator of a
teacher’s effectiveness” (pg. 145). I wonder if many schools require or
recommend this certification for their teachers.
Chapter 24:
This chapter states that, “Deaf
citizens rightfully resent hearing people’s learning ASL so they can take Deaf
peoples jobs away while increasing their own power in the Deaf Community”
(pg.148). I don’t think they should resent people for wanting to learn ASL. Not
every student taking ASL longs to take away their job opportunities. I find
that generalized statement very hurtful and offensive. I do understand that
some people do learn and use it to their advantage and I think that is wrong. I agree with the authors when they said that “Learning
someone else’s native language to enhance one’s own personal power and make
money from their community is a form of exploitation” (pg.148). I think then
the deaf community would have a right to be mad but I don’t think they should
resent all ASL learners.
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