A Deaf Perspective | 2-2 | Technology for the Deaf

The video explores the evolution of technology for the Deaf from the 1960s to the present. It covers the challenges faced with early TTY devices, the impact of the ADA and relay services, and the advancements in communication technology like video relay services and texting. The video also discusses assistive devices for daily life, modern apps, and non-technology solutions like hearing dogs.

What types of technology were first used by the Deaf community in the 1960s?

How did the introduction of TTY devices impact communication for Deaf individuals?

What changes occurred in TTY technology by the 1990s?

Explain the significance of the American Disabilities Act (ADA) for Deaf communication.

What are the advantages of video relay services compared to traditional TTY?

Describe the evolution of communication technology for the Deaf from TTY to smartphones.

How do assistive devices help Deaf individuals wake up or be alerted to sounds?

What are some modern apps that assist Deaf individuals in communication?

What role do hearing dogs play in assisting Deaf individuals?

Reflect on how communication for Deaf individuals has changed over the decades.