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Founded in 1847, this publication is the oldest and most widely read journal in the United States dedicated to the education of the deaf and hard of hearing.

Directories of schools and programs for the deaf in the U.S. and Canada. Statistical data on deaf students and teachers. Founded in 1847, this publication is the oldest

: The Annals publishes peer-reviewed research, literature reviews, and scholarly articles focused on: Educational advancements for deaf students. Psychological and social development of deaf individuals. Technological innovations in assistive hearing devices. Policy and advocacy within the deaf community. Statistical data on deaf students and teachers

Under the ISSN , the journal has documented nearly two centuries of evolution in deaf education, from early manualist versus oralist debates to modern inclusive classroom strategies. It remains a primary source for "milestone" research that shapes how institutions like Gallaudet University and other specialized schools approach language acquisition and pedagogy. Submission and Subscription Technological innovations in assistive hearing devices