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Deaf Student Abused by OxNard College Professor

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The National Deaf Center (NDC) recently posted this article about negative attitudes and biases toward individuals who are deaf or have limited hearing.

Recently you may have seen this story circulating about the Oxnard College professor and their actions against a deaf student. Warning: the original video captures a disturbing interaction between a professor and a deaf student to which the professor berates the deaf student and accuses them of being too distracted to know what is going on and not responding right away while using communication services. The story is another example of negative attitudes and biases toward people with limited hearing.

NDC’s research identifies negative attitudes and biases as one of several root causes contributing to attainment gaps for deaf people. While this glaring example of audism was on full display for the world, many instances go unchecked and deaf students continue to face barriers, discrimination, and micro-aggressions. Research shows…

  •  “Negative perceptions and attitudes about deaf students on campus can deter motivation in the classroom and add unnecessary obstacles to receiving appropriate supports and accommodations. The attitudes of teachers and other professionals influence how deaf individuals view themselves and can affect their goals.”  (ACCESS Is More Than Accommodations: 2018-2019 Deaf College Student National Accessibility Report, p. 11)

  •  “Negative attitudes toward deaf individuals are created and perpetuated by societal beliefs and behaviors that assume the superiority of hearing over deaf individuals.” (Attitudes Towards Deaf Individuals , p. 2) 

Fostering accessible learning environments, free of negative attitudes and biases, can support deaf success. Professionals who receive training on working with deaf people reported more positive attitudes about deafness. To support faculty and instructors working with deaf students, NDC offers a variety of tools and resources that promote deaf awareness and cultural sensitivity:  


The NDC | help team is here to support deaf success in postsecondary outcomes. If you have any questions about working with deaf students, contact us today!

 NDC | help team

 help@nationaldeafcenter.org

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In addition to effective and compassionate communication, people with limited hearing are protected under the ADA laws for accessibility in Title II and Title III facilities. If you observe a facility that is not ADA compliant and you would like to know how to proceed, please see the link at What To Do When A Building Is Not ADA Compliant or Accessible.

ADA Inspections Nationwide, LLC, offers ADA/ABA/FHA accessibility compliance inspections for buildings and facilities, as applicable to the different laws, and expert witness services with respect to ADA/ABA/FHA laws for building owners, tenants and managers. Also, ADAIN offers consulting for home modifications as a CAPS consultant for people wishing to age in place in their homes. For a complete list of services please see ADAIN Services.

Thank you.