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More copies of this ISBNCommunicating in Sign: Creative Ways to Learn American Sign Language (ASL) (Flying Hands Book)by Diane P Chambers
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:American Sign Language (ASL) is the primary means of communication among the 22 million deaf and hard-of-hearing people in this country — and those who live and work with them. Communicating in Sign revolutionizes the way ASL is taught by offering a beginning vocabulary based on the grammar and syntax of native signers and illustrating the eye contact, facial expressions, and body language that accompany hand and mouth movements. This breakthrough approach to mastering ASL, written for a general audience, is an invaluable resource for anyone eager to learn a language that is rapidly becoming part of our mainstream culture and also for educators, businesses,and organizations working to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Communicating in Sign places ASL within the context of Deaf culture and etiquette, delineating the components that contribute to its depth and richness. Synopsis:This easy-to-use introduction to American Sign Language places the language within the context of deaf culture and etiquette, delineating the components that contribute to its depth and richness. 15 photos. 117 line drawings.
Synopsis:Communicating in Sign revolutionizes the way ASL is taught by offering a beginning vocabulary based on the grammar and syntax of native signers and illustrating the eye contact, facial expressions and body language that accompany hand and mouth movements. This breakthrough approach to mastering ASL, written for a general audience, is an invaluable resource for anyone eager to learn a language that is rapidly becoming part of our mainstream culture and also for educators, business, and organizations working to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
About the AuthorDiane P. Chambers is a nationally certified ASL interpreter and college-level instructor, and is president of Flying Hands, a firm dedicated to linking the hearing and Deaf communities. She lives in Baltimore, Maryland.
Table of ContentsContents
Introduction by Bernard Bragg Internationally renowned Deaf actor and educator Chapter 1 Emotions Chapter 2 The Big Picture: Using Natural Gesture Chapter 3 The Basic Elements of Formal ASL Signs Chapter 4 Deaf Culture Chapter 5 Meetings and Greetings Chapter 6 At Home Chapter 7 On the Job and at School Chapter 8 Getting Around Chapter 9 What Time Is It? The American Manual Alphabet Suggested Reading Resources Index of Signs What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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