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How Technology Has Changed What It's Like To Be Deaf

"Complete silence is very addictive," says Rebecca Knill, a writer who has cochlear implants that enable her to hear. In this funny, insightful talk, she explores the evolution of assistive listening technology, the outdated way people still respond to deafness and how we can shift our cultural understanding of ability to build a more inclusive world. "Technology has come so far," Knill says. "Our mindset just needs to catch up."

Subjects:

Health Technology and Informatics and Communication

Keywords:

Deafness -- Social aspects Hearing aids -- Technological innovations

Resource Type:

Video

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