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Workforce Stories for Deaf or Hard of Hearing Adolescents (2022)

Description

This video showcases unique features of 8 career stories told by STEM professionals who are deaf or hard of hearing. They were designed for use by adolescents who are deaf or hard of hearing to contribute to their awareness of the range of STEM careers available to them and of their potential ability to pursue and succeed in a STEM career. Clips from the stories demonstrate the universal design that allows users to see the story in sign with captions; listen to it in English with or without sign interpretation or voice overlay; change text size, loudness, and contrast; replay all or parts; and submit questions to the professional. Evaluation findings show how use of the stories when implemented in out-of-school time as well as in school can benefit not only deaf or hard of hearing learners but those who are hearing. Information presented is relevant for those interested in incorporating STEM career learning into formal or informal learning experiences. Expected learning objectives are for viewers to become aware of the features of a new resource and ways of integrating it to create career learning experiences that are more inclusive of learners who are deaf or hard-of hearing.

NSF Award: 2005511

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Jillian Ives

November 14, 2023 6:57 pm

Judy – what a great way to highlight STEM careers and increase science identity for deaf and hard of hearing students. I’m wondering what kinds of contexts the videos are being used in, and what evaluation methods are being used to measure impact.

Judy Vesel

November 15, 2023 3:37 pm

Reply to  Jillian Ives

The videos are being used in after-school clubs and out-of-school/after school settings. We have received supplemental funding to examine their use in formal school contexts and align them with the NGSS. An evaluation report of their use in informal settings is available from our Web site. You might find it of interest.

Jillian Ives

November 16, 2023 8:28 am

Reply to  Judy Vesel

Thanks so much Judy!

Joni Falk

November 15, 2023 3:14 pm

Hi Judy, What a great idea to share actual STEM career stories from those who are deaf and hard of hearing! Is this primarily intended to reach other deaf students to provide inspiration and ways to overcome challenges, or is it meant to inform educators and industry? Would love to hear more!

Judy Vesel

November 15, 2023 3:40 pm

Reply to  Joni Falk

Thank-you for your note and email. The stories are intended for students, but educators have been integrating them into their programs as they fill a gap in their resources.

Nuria Jaumot-Pascual

November 21, 2023 1:55 pm

Hi, Judy.
Such a cool project!
What are some of the things that STEM professionals share in their career stories? Did you provide them with an outline to follow?
Also, do you know how many people are using these stories, what ages, and where? I would love to hear about the outcomes for those who have been using the stories.