Deaf Studies encompasses a wide range of topics: education, discrimination, deaf culture, sign languages, interpreting, and more. Because there are so many possible topics for research in deaf studies, searching can be overwhelming.
For best results, we recommend:
These books and videos can help you do background research before you dive into the article databases.
Oxford Handbook of Deaf Studies, Language, and Education (Print Book) by 
SAGE Deaf Studies Encyclopedia (Print Book) by These databases are our top recommendations for research in deaf studies. You can also use OneSearch (see below) to search for articles in many of the Fulton Library's databases at once.
Partially peer reviewed. Some full-text content.
This database focuses on psychology and explores topics like psychiatry, pharmacology, linguistics, treatments, counseling, addiction, and more. Contains APA journals and articlesPartially peer reviewed. Some full-text content.
Topics include pedagogy, educational psychology, teaching methods, educational technology, and literacy. Contains journal articles.Partially peer reviewed. Some full-text content.
Created by the U.S. Department of Education's research clearinghouse. Focuses on topics in education, such as educational psychology, teaching methods, and scholarly research. Offers access to journals, magazines, and other resources.
OneSearch is the Fulton Library's main database. It allows you to search the library's articles, books, streaming media, and more. OneSearch includes resources on almost every topic, making it a great place to start your research!
To use OneSearch, go to the UVU Fulton Library Homepage link below. OneSearch is the main search box on the page. Enter search terms into the box, then hit enter or click the magnifying glass. Once your search runs, you can filter your results clicking the All Filters button that appears below the search box.
