Keywords
Hearing-impaired group
Cultivation of language service talents in China higher education
Submitted : 2024-04-13
Accepted : 2024-04-28
Published : 2024-05-13
Abstract
This study explores the possible strategy for the cultivation of international language service talents in higher education in China to resolve the urgent need for enhancing emergency language services for the hearing-impaired population, which is a necessity highlighted especially during the Coronavirus pandemic. The study evaluates the current research and services to identify the absence of tailored solutions for users of sign languages. This study suggests that higher education institutions should focus on developing specialized talents through interdisciplinary studies, practical training, and standardization building, aimed at overcoming communication barriers for the hearing-impaired and ensuring equitable access to emergency services.
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