The Gallaudet Dictionary Of American Sign Language

Author : Clayton Valli
Publisher : Gallaudet University Press
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2021-08-24
Category : Education
ISBN : 1954622015

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The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language by Clayton Valli Pdf

Created by an unparalleled board of experts led by renowned ASL linguist and poet Clayton Valli, The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language contains over 3,000 illustrations. Each sign illustration, including depictions of fingerspelling when appropriate, incorporates a complete list of English synonyms. A full, alphabetized English index enables users to cross-reference words and signs throughout the entire volume. The comprehensive introduction lays the groundwork for learning ASL by explaining in plain language the workings of ASL syntax and structure. It also offers examples of idioms and describes the antecedents of ASL, its place in the Deaf community, and its meaning in Deaf culture. This extraordinary reference also provides a special section on ASL classifiers and their use. Readers will find complete descriptions of the various classifiers and examples of how to use these integral facets of ASL. The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language is an outstanding ASL reference for all instructors, students, and users of ASL. *Please note that this paperback edition does not include the DVD found in the hardcover edition.

Author : Jean Gordon,Gallaudet University Press
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1563686317

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The Gallaudet Children's Dictionary of American Sign Language by Jean Gordon,Gallaudet University Press Pdf

Offers a dictionary of American sign language featuring over one thousand sign drawings with corresponding English words, usage in sentences, and illustrations, as well as an introduction explaining fingerspelling and signing.

Author : Richard A. Tennant,Marianne Gluszak Brown
Publisher : Gallaudet University Press
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1563680432

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The American Sign Language Handshape Dictionary by Richard A. Tennant,Marianne Gluszak Brown Pdf

Organizes 1,600-plus ASL signs by 40 basic hand shapes rather than in alphabetical word order. This format allows users to search for a sign that they recognize but whose meaning they have forgotten or for the meaning of a new sign they have seen for the first time. The entries include descriptions of how to form each sign to represent the varying terms they might mean. Index of English glosses only. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 558 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : American Sign Language
ISBN : 1563682826

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The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language: CD-ROM by Anonim Pdf

Author : Emily Shaw,Yves Delaporte
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : FOREIGN LANGUAGE STUDY
ISBN : 156368621X

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A Historical and Etymological Dictionary of American Sign Language by Emily Shaw,Yves Delaporte Pdf

"Dictionary of all know texts featuring illustrations of early American Sign Language and historical images of French Sign language and linking them with contemporary signs"--

Author : William C. Stokoe,Dorothy C. Casterline,Carl G. Croneberg
Publisher : Linstok Press, Incorporated
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : STANFORD:36105118406417

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A Dictionary of American Sign Language on Linguistic Principles by William C. Stokoe,Dorothy C. Casterline,Carl G. Croneberg Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Gallaudet University Press
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 1563682729

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1,000 Signs of Life by Anonim Pdf

Basic ASL for everyday conversation.

Author : Elaine Costello
Publisher : Random House Reference
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : UOM:39015049684056

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Random House Webster's American Sign Language Medical Dictionary by Elaine Costello Pdf

New to Random House Webster's successful American Sign Language reference line: the important medical terms a patient or doctor needs to communicate in ASL, clearly described and illustrated. Whether in a medical emergency or a routine doctor's visit, it is crucial for medical professionals to communicate effectively with deaf patients. Here at last is an affordable and thorough dictionary of medical terms in American Sign Language, which is needed by the deaf and the medical community alike. Over 1,000 important signs for medical terms, including signs for illnesses, treatments, drugs, and anatomy, are defined in English (to avoid dangerous mix-ups), described with step-by-step instructions for making the sign, and fully illustrated with full-torso drawings in this easy-to-use reference book, the first in a series dedicated to special-interest American Sign Language. The only affordable medical reference in American Sign Language Every entry includes full-torso illustrations and clear descriptions of how to make the sign Includes important medical terms, from anatomy to treatments

Author : Louie J. Fant
Publisher : McGraw-Hill/Contemporary
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : STANFORD:36105040063344

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The American Sign Language Phrase Book by Louie J. Fant Pdf

The American Sign Language Phrase Book functions as both an instant reference tool and a long-term study guide for those interested in understanding and utilizing ASL.

Author : Elaine Costello
Publisher : Random House Reference
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Computers
ISBN : UOM:39015053529734

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Random House Webster's American Sign Language Computer Dictionary by Elaine Costello Pdf

The second in a series of specialized language dictionaries, Random House Webster's American Sign Language Computer Dictionary extends Random House Webster's established, successful sign language reference line into the world of computers, the Internet, e-mail, and the World Wide Web. This unique compilation of ASL signs is the ideal, up-to-date reference tool -- providing access to cyberspace for members of the Deaf community, their families, friends, teachers, and colleagues. "Features": - Full-torso illustrations and descriptions of how to make the signs - Lookup made easy through multiple cross references - Full definitions, not merely one-word glossaries

Author : Geoffrey S. Poor
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2009-04-10
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0764162225

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Barron's 500 Flash Cards of American Sign Language by Geoffrey S. Poor Pdf

Full-color photos on flash cards present close-ups of a model demonstrating 500 American Sign Language (ASL) signs. The meanings, brief descriptions of hand and arm motions, and related words are listed on the reverse side of each card. Correct formations of hand shapes and facial expressions are clearly shown to eliminate any possible confusion regarding intended word meanings. Where appropriate, photos include directional arrows that show hand or arm movements. Each flash card has a hole in one corner to accommodate a metal ring included with the boxed set. Users can select and fit any combination of cards they please to combine relevant words and create statements, or to review signs that they have difficulty identifying. Here is an ideal method for recognizing and memorizing American Sign Language vocabulary--a fine learning resource for all who plan to work with deaf people.

Author : Adan R. Penilla, II,Angela Lee Taylor
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016-11-11
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781119286103

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American Sign Language For Dummies by Adan R. Penilla, II,Angela Lee Taylor Pdf

Grasp the rich culture and language of the Deaf community To see people use American Sign Language (ASL) to share ideas is remarkable and fascinating to watch. Now, you have a chance to enter the wonderful world of sign language. American Sign Language For Dummies offers you an easy-to-access introduction so you can get your hands wet with ASL, whether you're new to the language or looking for a great refresher. Used predominantly in the United States, ASL provides the Deaf community with the ability to acquire and develop language and communication skills by utilizing facial expressions and body movements to convey and process linguistic information. With American Sign Language For Dummies, the complex visual-spatial and linguistic principles that form the basis for ASL are broken down, making this a great resource for friends, colleagues, students, education personnel, and parents of Deaf children. Grasp the various ways ASL is communicated Get up to speed on the latest technological advancements assisting the Deaf Understand how cultural background and regionalism can affect communication Practice signing with videos online If you want to get acquainted with Deaf culture and understand what it's like to be part of a special community with a unique shared and celebrated history and language, American Sign Language For Dummies gets you up to speed on ASL fast.

Author : Charlotte Lee Baker-Shenk,Dennis Cokely
Publisher : Gallaudet University Press
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Education
ISBN : 093032384X

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American Sign Language by Charlotte Lee Baker-Shenk,Dennis Cokely Pdf

The videocassettes illustrate dialogues for the text it accompanies, and also provides ASL stories, poems and dramatic prose for classroom use. Each dialogue is presented three times to allow the student to "converse with" each signer. Also demonstrates the grammar and structure of sign language. The teacher's text on grammar and culture focuses on the use of three basic types of sentences, four verb inflections, locative relationships and pronouns, etc. by using sign language. The teacher's text on curriculum and methods gives guidelines on teaching American Sign Language and Structured activities for classroom use.

Author : Carole Sue Bailey,Kathy Dolby,Hilda Marian Campbell,Canadian Cultural Society of the Deaf
Publisher : University of Alberta
Page : 942 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2002-06-27
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 0888643004

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The Canadian Dictionary of ASL by Carole Sue Bailey,Kathy Dolby,Hilda Marian Campbell,Canadian Cultural Society of the Deaf Pdf

Separate sections are included on: fingerspelling, ASL handshapes, numbers, pronouns, time concepts, and geographic place names."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Tom L. Humphries,Carol Padden
Publisher : Allyn & Bacon
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Education
ISBN : STANFORD:36105020695206

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Learning American Sign Language by Tom L. Humphries,Carol Padden Pdf

This video along with the text teaches basic sign language in an uncomplicated format.