Author: Janna M. Sweenie Publisher: Course Technology ISBN: 9781598635164 Category : American Sign Language Languages : en Pages : 0
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A comprehensive guide to learning American Sign Language that covers deaf culture norms, understanding facial expressions, handshapes, vocabulary, creating sentences, and more.
Author: Cynthia Long Publisher: ISBN: 9781957251059 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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The Learn ASL in 60 Days Level 1 Workbook is ideal for anyone wanting to understand and communicate in ASL quickly. This is the supplemental companion to our online ASL course. Each of the five courses in Level 1 for beginners is jam-packed with the essentials of grammar, culture, vocabulary, and much more. You will be able to communicate and understand sign language on a fundamental level after only 5 weeks. You will acquire new skills and a resource to help you remember what you just learned. When you learn how to sign with us, in no time at all, you'll be communicating without saying a word. Get started today!ASL history, modes of communication, hand shapes, ABCs, vocabulary, numbers 1-30, facial expressions, yes/no questions, WH questions, fingerspelling, non-manual, facial expressions, five parameters used with signing, personification, pronouns, possessive, negation, syntax, suffix, prefix, adverbs, how to introduce yourself in sign, get a deaf person's attention, meet a deaf person, and more are covered to learn sign language in the online course.The materials for each sign lesson are included in this companion for the Learn American Sign Language in 60 Days Level 1. To fully benefit from this workbook, first purchase the course from ASLTeachingResources.com in our online courses section. Cynthia Long, a Nationally Certified Interpreter for the Deaf and founder, will guide you step by step as you learn American Sign Language, along with Deaf, hard-of-hearing, interpreters, and a variety of signers. How to Learn Sign LanguageEach online lesson is divided into short video clips, with the support of worksheets, visuals, and activities, to give you confidence as you learn sign language in a systematic way.Easy to Understand for BeginnersLearn how to sign each vocabulary word, grammar, and more using detailed videos in the course so you know you're doing it correctly even if it's your first time signing.Put your newfound knowledge to the test with brief quizzes to review at the end of each section.We will guide you step-by-step. Get started today learning sign language the easy way.
Author: Irene Duke Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1598698680 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 192
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"I love you." "What can I get you?" "Let's take a walk." Wanting to say simple things like these but not being able to is frustrating and disheartening—but learning how to communicate can be easy and fun! This book is a basic guide to the alphabet, vocabulary, and techniques it takes to connect using American Sign Language. Whether signing out of necessity or learning for the sake of growing, you will enjoy this practical primer. After reading this book, you will be able to use American Sign Language in a social, educational, or professional setting. Whether the goal is to communicate with hearing-impaired grandparent, a child with special needs in school, or an infant, people learn sign language for many different reasons. Easy to read and reference—and complete with images and examples of common signs—this basic guide allows you to make a meaningful connection that's otherwise impossible.
Author: Cynthia Long Publisher: ISBN: 9781957251042 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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Have you needed or wanted to learn sign language but didn't have time? Then Learn ASL in 60 Days is the class for you! In Level 1 you will be amazed to learn sign language the easy way. Join thousands of teachers and professionals who have already been successful! Now, it's your turn. Each of the 5 courses in Level 1 for beginners is packed with new concepts, grammar, culture, vocabulary, and much more. At the end of 5 weeks, you will be able to communicate and understand sign language on a basic level. You will walk away with not only new skills but also a resource to reinforce what you just learned. Join the class and get ready to communicate without speaking a word. Join the class and get ready to communicate without speaking a word. Get started today with Learn ASL in 60 Days Courses 1-5 Level 1. Format: Interactive group dynamic with the use of the Internet, PDFs, and this book.Topics learned in the online course: History, Modes, Hand Shapes, ABCs, vocabulary, numbers 1-30, Facial expressions, Yes/No questions, WH Questions, Fingerspelling, Non-manual/facial expressions, Parameters, Personification, Pronouns, Possessive, Negation, Syntax, Suffix, prefix, adverbs. Introduce yourself in sign, Get a deaf person's attention, Meet a deaf person, And yes, there's more!This book is the companion for Learn American Sign Language in 60 Days course giving you extra handouts to go with each lesson. You'll need to purchase the course on our site to benefit fully from this book at ASLTeachingResources.com in the area of our online course. Instructor: Cynthia Long, Nationally Certified Interpreter for the Deaf and founder.
Author: James W. Guido Publisher: Wellfleet Press ISBN: 1577151585 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 83
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Over half a million people communicate in American Sign Language (ASL) each day; this is your chance to learn the first 250 signs of this comprehensive language, with Learn American Sign Language. American Sign Language is a vibrant language that is surprisingly easy-to-learn. Current with the latest additions to ASL, and filled with hundreds of photographs, Learn American Sign Language is the most comprehensive beginner's guide of its kind. Learn American Sign Language is a kit which includes 50 flash cards, one large poster, and an 80-page instruction book. Using these tools, you will learn more than 250 signs which you'll be able to combine into phrases. Some of the signs you will learn include signs for: Things at school In the workplace Around the house Out and about Food and drink Nature Emotions Small talk and more Unlock the storytelling possibilities of ASL with classifiers, easy ways to modify signs, and find out how to make sentences with signs by using the proper facial expressions.
Author: Tom L. Humphries Publisher: Pearson Higher Ed ISBN: 129203758X Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 357
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Learning American Sign Language: Levels I & II--Beginning & Intermediate, Second Edition, is a major revision of the First Edition, designed to help learners successfully interact with deaf American Sign Language (ASL) users. Written by two leading authorities in the field, the text is used as the basic text for a one-semester or full-year course in ASL. Lessons are structured around language needed for common-life situations, and examples are presented in the form of dialogues coupled with grammar and vocabulary instruction. Information is also included about the culture of Deaf people in the United States. The book is supported by a new videotape and an instructor's manual.
Author: David A. Stewart Publisher: Barrons Educational Services ISBN: 1506263828 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 705
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Barron’s American Sign Language is a brand-new title on ASL that can be used in the classroom, as a supplemental text to high school and college courses, or for anyone who wants to learn proper ASL. The only American Sign Language book with comprehensive instruction and online graded video practice quizzes, plus a comprehensive final video exam. Content includes topics on the Deaf culture and community, ASL Grammar, fingerspelling, combining signs to construct detailed sentences, Everyday ASL, and much more. More than 1,000 illustrations of signs with instructions on movement--step-by-step with dialogue, tip boxes, and practice exercises and quizzes throughout to reinforce retention and to track your progress. Essential Grammar: Our in-depth explanations will help you to understand core grammar, sentence structure, and facial grammar. Everyday Phrases: Sign phrases like "hello" or "sorry" that are used in daily conversations.
Author: Martin Barlow (Author) Publisher: ISBN: Category : American Sign Language Languages : en Pages : 0
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"This 3-in-1 ASL learning guide is meticulously designed to take you on an immersive and rewarding experience with easy-to-follow clear and large picture guide (8,5x11 inches book size), transforming you from a beginner to a fluent signer in no time at all. Book 1 is perfect for mastering the fundamentals, Book 2 focuses on grammar as the building blocks of communication, and Book 3 is designed to enhance your conversation skills."--Amazon.com.
Author: Rochelle Barlow Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 1646116437 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 428
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A 30-day beginner's guide for learning American Sign Language There's an easy way to leap right in to learning American Sign Language (ASL). American Sign Language for Beginners delivers 30 days of lessons that will help you sign with those in your home, community, and classroom. From letters and numbers to essential vocabulary and grammar basics, this beginner's guide provides the essentials needed to develop a solid foundation for American Sign Language in the real world. Each daily lesson takes less than 30 minutes to complete and focuses on a single set of vocabulary or ASL grammar. Throughout the course, you'll find key phrases, helpful memory tips, signing practice activities, and insight into deaf culture. Start your ASL masterclass today. American Sign Language for Beginners includes: 30 Days of easy ASL—Start off right with an accelerated plan designed to help you begin signing in just one month. Easy-to-understand instructions—Lessons concentrate on a single idea or subject and include photographs to demonstrate signs. Everyday phrases—Daily instruction highlights vocabulary you're most likely to need as you explore ASL in your daily life. Jump-start your learning experience with American Sign Language for Beginners!