In this resource from the AMERICAN MASTERS film Becoming Helen Keller, learn about the history of oralism and its impact on Deaf culture. Using video, discussion questions, and short activities, students examine primary source materials and commentary that help them understand important aspects of Deaf culture and how oppressive practices like oralism impacted the Deaf community.

Note: One of the primary source documents provided with this resource uses the terms "mute" and "dumb." These are no longer acceptable terms for referring to someone who does not use verbal speech. While used in the past, today these terms are offensive and should not be used.