Fabiano Souto Rosa is a Brazilian Deaf academic and researcher specializing in Deaf Studies, Brazilian Sign Language (Libras), and Deaf literature. He serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Letters and Communication at the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel), where he has been a faculty member since 2010.
Early Life and Education
Fabiano Souto Rosa was born in Brazil and pursued his undergraduate studies in Pedagogy at the Lutheran University of Brazil (ULBRA), completing his degree in 2004. His academic path then led him to the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), where he specialized in Deaf Education. He furthered his studies at the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel), obtaining a Master's degree in Education in 2011[1][2].
In 2017, Rosa completed his Doctorate in Education at UFPel, which examined how the curriculum of the Letras Libras program addresses Deaf literature and its implications for teacher training[2][3]. He also pursued postdoctoral studies in Linguistics at UFSC, furthering his expertise in the field[3].
Academic Career
Since 2010, Rosa has been a faculty member at UFPel, initially serving as a substitute professor before securing a permanent position in 2012. He is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Letters and Communication, specializing in Libras and Deaf literature[4]. In his role, Rosa has been involved in various research projects and extension activities aimed at promoting Deaf culture and enhancing educational practices for the Deaf community.
He has coordinated several research initiatives, including the project Literatura Surda: Narrativas e Experiências Compartilhadas, which focuses on Deaf narratives and shared experiences. Additionally, Rosa has been involved in the development of a parallel corpus of Libras and Portuguese narratives, aiming to bridge linguistic gaps and promote bilingual education[4].
Research Interests and Contributions
Rosa's research interests are centered on Deaf literature, the teaching of Libras, and the development of educational materials accessible to the Deaf community. His work emphasizes the importance of recognizing and incorporating Deaf culture and perspectives into educational curricula and materials[2][3].
He has contributed to the creation of digital books in Libras, collaborating with Deaf educators to ensure that these resources are culturally relevant and pedagogically effective. His efforts aim to provide Deaf students with literature that reflects their experiences and language, fostering a more inclusive educational environment[1].
Impact and Recognition
Through his academic and research endeavors, Fabiano Souto Rosa has made significant contributions to the field of Deaf education in Brazil. His work has helped to highlight the importance of incorporating Deaf culture and perspectives into educational practices, advocating for a more inclusive and representative approach to education.
His involvement in the development of digital literature in Libras has provided Deaf students with resources that are linguistically and culturally appropriate, enhancing their learning experiences. Rosa's efforts continue to influence the advancement of Deaf education and the recognition of Deaf culture within academic and educational settings.
- ROSA, F. S., & Klein, M. (2011). O que sinalizam os professores surdos sobre literatura surda em livros digitais [What deaf teachers say about deaf literature in digital books]. Cultura Surda na contemporaneidade. Canoas RS: Editora ULBRA, 91-112.
- Rosa, F. S. (2017). O que o currículo de Letras LIBRAS ensina sobre a literatura surda [What the LIBRAS Literature curriculum teaches about deaf literature]. Doctoral dissertation, Federal University of Pelotas.
- Escavador. (2024). Fabiano Souto Rosa – Academic Profile.
- Universidade Federal de Pelotas. (n.d.). Fabiano Souto Rosa – Institutional Profile.
