Role of Bilingual-Bicultural Education in Developing Cultural Identity among Deaf Students

This research paper examines the role of the bilingual-bicultural (Bi-Bi) approach in shaping the cultural identity of deaf students. The study highlights how the integration of sign language and spoken/written language promotes not only linguistic competence but also cultural awareness and self-identity. The research adopts a qualitative and descriptive methodology using secondary sources. Findings indicate that bilingual-bicultural education supports positive identity formation, social inclusion, and psychological well-being among deaf learners. However, challenges such as lack of trained teachers and societal misconceptions remain barriers to effective implementation.