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Carroll, Cathryn – Perspectives in Education and Deafness, 1995
Summarizes a discussion on cochlear implants from a National Institutes of Health conference. Reviews the cited benefits of the implants in children. Gives comments on research on the language performance of children who are deaf or hearing impaired in oral programs versus those in total communication programs, as well as dissenting opinions on…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Attitudes, Children, Cochlear Implants

Grupido, Natalie – Perspectives in Education and Deafness, 1994
This narrative of a graduate student with deafness describes her experiences in various educational environments including oral communication, total communication, and mainstreamed. The article emphasizes the role of parents as the child's best advocates and advises parents to trust their own instincts and not accept the authority of professionals…
Descriptors: Child Advocacy, Child Rearing, Deafness, Delivery Systems