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-differences between U.S. laws & support for the deaf, and especially deaf students, and those in Kenya. -Kenya has similar laws to the Americans with Disabilities Act; however, the law isn't enforced. They simply passed the law & then put it aside. - Deaf students have trouble making it into high school. The few that do get into high school, don't do well. It's very difficult for them to get assistance from teachers & passing tests in Swahili is difficult -Peace Corp has been beneficial for the deaf in Kenya as they have exposed people to different ways of teaching & learning -Parents are not encouraged to lean KLS (Kenyan Sign Language) -Some TV programs have sign language interpreters; a very few programs are close-captioned -Any official organizations on federally-sponsered groups in the country? One school for dead girls from all of East Africa in Kenya Some organizations for teachers What does she miss in the U.S.? In Kenya, people are friendly & drop in & visit all the time w/o calling ahead. In the U.S. people have to make appointments before visiting. Goal- to Return to Kenya & improve the quality of education for teachers for the deaf.
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