Claudio Ferrara

Claudio Ferrara serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Humanities at the University of Catania, specializing in Italian Sign Language (LIS) instruction and inclusive linguistics education. He directs comprehensive LIS programs across three proficiency levels (LIS 1, 2, 3) with structured weekly exercises and examination protocols.

His research trajectory emphasizes accessibility in deaf education through practical sign language pedagogy and linguistics for inclusion frameworks. Key interests span Italian Sign Language acquisition, accessibility implementation in academic settings, inclusive language teaching methodologies, and Deaf cultural studies. Instruction integrates theoretical linguistics with hands-on exercises held at specialized venues including the former Military District and Convent of S. Teresa facilities.

Course management involves meticulous scheduling of recovery weeks (e.g., May 29-June 6 for makeup sessions), venue coordination across multiple campus locations, and timely exam administration in September and February cycles. Students engage through dedicated exercise sessions, accessibility seminars at Santa Teresa Auditorium, and direct consultation for assessment feedback. Communication flows through official department notices and email correspondence with strict registration deadlines for examinations.