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Cochlear implants could soon make a lifetime of profound deafness a thing of the past-and in the process bring an end to America's vibrant Deaf culture. In this program, NewsHour correspondent Betty Ann Bowser takes a balanced look at the implications of cochlear implant technology on the Deaf community. Dr. John Niparko, director of The Listening Center at Johns Hopkins; King Jordan, president of Gallaudet University; and others share their markedly...
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Finding strange, infested wolves whose bites spread an infection to all the people they attack, the Silver Vampire and her team arrive and help to destroy the infested wolves but find an odd one--Shawn, a half wolf who is unlike others. News reports spread. People are hiding and scared and waiting for rescue. Shawn helps and joins the vampire team as they fight against the infested wolves until everything clears up. --
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An accident in an illegal science lab in Africa leads to the spread of an infection whereby humans and animals transform into birdlike and other animal-like creatures with glowing blue blood when bitten by those infected before them. The CIA enlists the help of the Silver Vampire, who, along with an entire sheriff’s team, come to Africa to start a battle against the infected animals and humans. Even dangerous was that if the Silver Vampire got infected,...
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There are over 400 syndromes and a multitude of disabilities associated with deafness presenting a challenge for those working with children who have multiple disabilities. This program presents a basic understanding of genetics and covers general information on a variety of syndromes and health problems often associated with deafness. In addition, contact information is provided for organizations/agencies associated with specific syndroms/conditions...
11) Vital signs
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A short movie produced and directed by deaf individuals about a character who was told he had a terminal heart condition with only one week left to live. The project combines ASL narration with extensive use of classifiers and motion pictures to depict a journey through the mind of the person as he tries to figure out what to do with his final few days. An interview with both the producer and director is included.
13) Twitch and shout
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Twitch and Shout provides a close-up and insightful journey into the world of Tourette Syndrome, a neurological condition which causes twitches and jerks. Information is shared through the eyes of a photojournalist, an artist, an actress, a NBA basketball player, and a Mennonite lumberjack, all of whom have the syndrome. Their stories are unsettling, emotionally absorbing, and frequently funny but they also provide enlightening information on the...
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Listening to teachers, interacting with peers, focusing on classroom actvities - these and other abilities are sometimes adversely affected when children develop middle ear fluid and infections that cause fluctuating hearing loss. This video shows how to recognize the behavioral signs that children with hearing loss often exhibit and offers strategies for fostering children's language learning.
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