Michael A. Bienenstock, M.A., Ph.D.
Associate Clinical Professor
- Phone: (713) 743-3300
- Email: mbienenstock@uh.edu
- Office: Clinical Research Center
Dr. Bienenstock teaches American Sign Language and Deaf Culture classes. He was formerly an associate professor at Lamar University and is currently working with the Humble School District. He has extensive experience in working with deaf children..
Education
- Ph.D., University of Maryland, Major: Special Education
- M.A., Gallaudet University, Major: Deaf Education
- B.S., Rochester Institute of Technology, Major: Chemistry
Teaching
- American Sign Language
- Deaf Culture
Research Interests
Texas Deaf Culture, Methods of Teaching Sign Language
Current Research Project
Animation of sign language using computers.
Selected Publications
Books
- "Legislation and how it affects Deaf people." Chapter in Butte Publications book on Deaf education.2001
- "The Cochlear Implant: issues and controversies," The Deaf Monograph. 48, 13-15, Washington, D.C.: National Association of the Deaf. 1999
- "Minority youth: Challenging low expectations," World Federation of the Deaf News, 11:2, 27. 1999
- "The Cochlear Implant: Parent and teacher invterviews," in Conference Proceedings of Deaf Studies IV: Vision for the Future, College of Continuing Education, Gallaudet University, 125-128. 1996
Professional Activities
- Advisory Board of North Harris Community College Interpreting Program
Honors
- Two-time nominee for the National Technical Institute for the Deaf Distinguished Alumni Award
Affiliations and Links
- Conference of Educational Administrators Serving Schools and Programs for the Deaf (CEASD)
- The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
- National Association of the Deaf (NAD)
