Why Distance Learning?

Why Distance Learning? Trailer Bonus Episode 25 Season 1

#25 DL for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing with Adam Bair

#25 DL for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing with Adam Bair#25 DL for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing with Adam Bair

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In this episode, the team interviews Adam Bair, a parent whose daughter participates in CILC's Community of Learning events. Adam shares his journey and the impact of distance learning on the education of his daughter Emma  who is deaf. They discuss the importance of exposure to new content for children with hearing loss and the impact of using American Sign Language (ASL) on learning methods and outcomes. Adam also highlights the evolution of accessibility features in video conferencing and the funding opportunities available for accessibility initiatives. Mention is made that as people age and their hearing is reduced similar accomodation supports their continued mental health. The conversation emphasizes the power of distance learning to provide equitable access to education.TakeawaysDistance learning provides access to locations and experiences that may not be possible otherwise.ASL interpretation and accessibility features in video conferencing have improved, making distance learning more inclusive.Distance learning allows for exposure to new content and concepts, which is crucial for deaf children's incidental learning.ASL is a conceptual language that conveys ideas rather than a direct word-for-word translation. (There is also manually signed English which is word-for-word.Funding opportunities are available for organizations and individuals looking to support accessibility initiatives.Episode links:Learn more about the resources available at the American Society for Deaf Children here: deafchildren.org/Host links:The Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) offers free Memberships and interactive virtual learning programs and resources: cilc.org/Tune-in to the CILC Community of Learning education series that airs every Tuesday -Friday at 1PM. Select programs have live American Sign Language (ASL Interpretation), thanks to Emma and the American Society for Deaf Children. Check out the full schedule and register for FREE here: cilc.org/community.Check out Banyan Global Check out Learning Live virtual programs for character education at https://banyangloballearning.com/live-virtual-field-trips/.

Show Notes

In this episode, the team interviews Adam Bair, a parent whose daughter participates in CILC's Community of Learning events. Adam shares his journey and the impact of distance learning on the education of his daughter Emma  who is deaf. They discuss the importance of exposure to new content for children with hearing loss and the impact of using American Sign Language (ASL) on learning methods and outcomes. Adam also highlights the evolution of accessibility features in video conferencing and the funding opportunities available for accessibility initiatives. Mention is made that as people age and their hearing is reduced similar accomodation supports their continued mental health. The conversation emphasizes the power of distance learning to provide equitable access to education.

Takeaways

  • Distance learning provides access to locations and experiences that may not be possible otherwise.
  • ASL interpretation and accessibility features in video conferencing have improved, making distance learning more inclusive.
  • Distance learning allows for exposure to new content and concepts, which is crucial for deaf children's incidental learning.
  • ASL is a conceptual language that conveys ideas rather than a direct word-for-word translation. (There is also manually signed English which is word-for-word.
  • Funding opportunities are available for organizations and individuals looking to support accessibility initiatives.


Episode links:

  • Learn more about the resources available at the American Society for Deaf Children here: deafchildren.org/

Host links:
The Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) offers free Memberships and interactive virtual learning programs and resources: cilc.org/

Tune-in to the CILC Community of Learning education series that airs every Tuesday -Friday at 1PM. Select programs have live American Sign Language (ASL Interpretation), thanks to Emma and the American Society for Deaf Children. Check out the full schedule and register for FREE here: cilc.org/community.Check out Banyan Global

Check out Learning Live virtual programs for character education at https://banyangloballearning.com/live-virtual-field-trips/.


Creators & Guests

Host
Allyson Mitchell
SF
Host
Seth Fleischauer
TM
Host
Tami Moehring

What is Why Distance Learning??

The Why Distance Learning? Podcast explores the transformative power of live virtual learning and its role in shaping the future of education. Hosted by three seasoned distance learning experts, this podcast delivers insights, promising practices, and inspiration for educators, content providers, and education leaders integrating live virtual experiences into teaching and learning. Each episode features interviews with content creators, industry professionals, field experts, and innovative educators who are driving engagement, equity, and innovation through distance learning. By challenging common perceptions and uncovering the realities of live virtual education, Why Distance Learning highlights its true impact and explores how it continues to evolve in an ever-changing educational landscape.

Hosted by Seth Fleischauer of Banyan Global Learning and Allyson Mitchell and Tami Moehring of the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration.