Deaf learners continue to face barriers in education due to the exclusion of Filipino Sign Language (FSL) and the lack of recognition of their socio-cultural identity in learning environments. These challenges often lead to limited competencies in FSL and print literacy, lower academic performance, and reduced self-esteem—hindering Deaf students’ success in higher education, employment, and society.
To address these gaps, CEAD is developing a bilingual literacy remedial program to strengthen the vocabulary and reading comprehension skills of Benilde Deaf School students. Conducted from January to December 2024, the project produces beginner to advanced word-pair sets with visuals, sample sentences, and themed stories, in consultation with literacy specialist Ms. Lori Mason.
Through research-driven programs and interventions, CEAD continues to empower Deaf learners and educators— advancing inclusive and accessible education across the Philippines. This initiative is part of the Model Learning Institute on Deaf-Centered Education (MLITEDCE), made possible through a grant from The Nippon
This initiative is made possible through a grant from The Nippon Foundation.
