The Total Communication Learning Model to Support the Effectiveness of Social Interaction for Deaf Children

Abstract

This study aims to describe the use of a total communication learning model for deaf children to support the effectiveness of social interaction. Learning for deaf children is still dominated by the use of sign language. Consequently only deaf children can understand, but others find it very difficult to understand and interact with them. Though deaf children as an integral part of society. These conditions encourage the design of a total communication learning model using the media of pictures, writing, and reading. This study uses a qualitative method. Data verification with source triangulation. The results showed that the total communication learning model can support deaf children understand language better, so they are able to interact socially and adapt to the times. Even, they can use applications and features on smartphone as communication media. The benefit of deaf children can live independently a carry out social functioning.