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Shattering Deaf and Hearing Dualism through a Deaf-Latinx Epistemology Lens

Authors :
García-Fernández, Carla
Source :
International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education (QSE). 2023 36(1):72-86.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

The intersectional identities and lived experiences of Signing Latinx are insufficiently documented. Reflecting on my own lived experiences, I began to question traditional research paradigms that often neglected the stories shared by individuals from different communities within the larger Signing Latinx community. As I was introduced to Critical Race Theory, I was drawn to Deaf Critical Theory and Latinx Critical Theory. However, after analyzing both frameworks I recognized how many unique Deaf-Latinx related issues were overlooked. Deaf-Latinx ways of being and knowing need to be considered when working with Deaf-Latinx, especially in the classroom. I am pleased to share how my Deaf Chicana consciousness awakening has led me to propose a new theoretical framework, Deaf-Latinx Critical Theory (Deaf-LatCrit) with four interlocking tenets and their associated benefits. This unifying model may be a force to strengthen and solidify this unique community through the voices of Deaf-Latinx and their families.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0951-8398 and 1366-5898
Volume :
36
Issue :
1
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education (QSE)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1377532
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Descriptive
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/09518398.2021.2003895