Ben Jarashow
Senior Lecturer
Department of Liberal Studies
National Technical Institute for the Deaf
Office Location
Office Mailing Address
Rochester Institute of Technology Department of Liberal Studies 52 Lomb Memorial Drive Rochester, NY 14623
Ben Jarashow
Senior Lecturer
Department of Liberal Studies
National Technical Institute for the Deaf
Currently Teaching
NDLS-289
Special Topics: Liberal Studies
1 - 4 Credits
The description for each Special Topics course will be specified in each course proposal.
VISL-440
Deaf Art & Cinema
3 Credits
Students will examine the context in which specific cultural groups have chosen to create works about their experiences. They will go on to explore a wide range of artistic works representing the Deaf experience in visual arts and cinema. Students will be expected to analyze works in terms of cultural symbols and themes. Attention will be given to historical context (personal and collective) that has helped to shape many of these works, motifs, and messages. Students will write and present in-depth papers examining specific works and artists/filmmakers. In addition, students will be expected to create an original artwork and a collaborative short film.