Auslan

Grade 6 Auslan – Famous Deaf People Research Project

Over the coming weeks, our Grade 6 students will be exploring the lives and achievements of famous Deaf people from around the world. Students will research inspiring individuals who have made significant contributions to areas such as sport, the arts, science and advocacy. Some of the people they may investigate include Nyle DiMarco, a Deaf model, actor and advocate; Marlee Matlin, an Academy Award-winning Deaf actress; Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet, a pioneer of Deaf education in the United States; Drisana Levitzke-Gray, an Australian Deaf advocate and the first Deaf person to be named Young Australian of the Year; and Haben Girma, a Deafblind lawyer and human rights advocate.

Students will use their research to create a PowerPoint presentation, which they will share with their classmates. This project will help them develop their research, digital technology and presentation skills while deepening their understanding of Deaf culture, identity, accessibility and the achievements of Deaf people throughout history.

Student Presentation Timeline

• Week 1: Students will select a famous Deaf person and begin researching their life, background and achievements.
• Week 2: Students will organise their research and create their PowerPoint presentations, including key facts, images and information about their person's impact on the world.
• Week 3: Students will finalise their presentations and practise presenting their findings to the class.

• Week 4: Students will present their research to their classmates, sharing what they have learnt and celebrating the achievements and contributions of their chosen individual.

   

Tracey - trichardson@shyarrawonga.catholic.edu.au