The Canadian Dictionary of ASL

The Canadian Dictionary of ASL
Author: Carole Sue Bailey
Publisher: University of Alberta
Total Pages: 942
Release: 2002-06-27
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 9780888643001

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

The Gallaudet Children's Dictionary of American Sign Language

The Gallaudet Children's Dictionary of American Sign Language
Author: Jean Gordon
Publisher:
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2014-09
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9781563686313

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.

Australian Sign Language (Auslan)

Australian Sign Language (Auslan)
Author: Trevor Johnston
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2007-01-18
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1139459635

This is first comprehensive introduction to the linguistics of Auslan, the sign language of Australia. Assuming no prior background in language study, it explores each key aspect of the structure of Auslan, providing an accessible overview of its grammar (how sentences are structured), phonology (the building blocks of signs), morphology (the structure of signs), lexicon (vocabulary), semantics (how meaning is created), and discourse (how Auslan is used in context). The authors also discuss a range of myths and misunderstandings about sign languages, provide an insight into the history and development of Auslan, and show how Auslan is related to other sign languages, such as those used in Britain, the USA and New Zealand. Complete with clear illustrations of the signs in use and useful further reading lists, this is an ideal resource for anyone interested in Auslan, as well as those seeking a clear, general introduction to sign language linguistics.

Human Computer Interaction Using Hand Gestures

Human Computer Interaction Using Hand Gestures
Author: Prashan Premaratne
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 182
Release: 2014-03-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9814585696

Human computer interaction (HCI) plays a vital role in bridging the 'Digital Divide', bringing people closer to consumer electronics control in the 'lounge'. Keyboards and mouse or remotes do alienate old and new generations alike from control interfaces. Hand Gesture Recognition systems bring hope of connecting people with machines in a natural way. This will lead to consumers being able to use their hands naturally to communicate with any electronic equipment in their 'lounge.' This monograph will include the state of the art hand gesture recognition approaches and how they evolved from their inception. The author would also detail his research in this area for the past 8 years and how the future might turn out to be using HCI. This monograph will serve as a valuable guide for researchers (who would endeavour into) in the world of HCI.

Teaching and Learning Signed Languages

Teaching and Learning Signed Languages
Author: D. McKee
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 253
Release: 2014-02-27
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1137312491

Teaching and Learning Signed Languages examines current practices, contexts, and the research nexus in the teaching and learning of signed languages, offering a contemporary, international survey of innovations in this field.

American Sign Language For Dummies with Online Videos

American Sign Language For Dummies with Online Videos
Author: Adan R. Penilla, II
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2016-11-11
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1119286093

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 Follow the instructions in the book to access bonus videos online and practice signing along with an instructor 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.

Topics in Signed Language Interpreting

Topics in Signed Language Interpreting
Author: Terry Janzen
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
Total Pages: 376
Release: 2005-10-26
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9027294151

Interpreters who work with signed languages and those who work strictly with spoken languages share many of the same issues regarding their training, skill sets, and fundamentals of practice. Yet interpreting into and from signed languages presents unique challenges for the interpreter, who works with language that must be seen rather than heard. The contributions in this volume focus on topics of interest to both students of signed language interpreting and practitioners working in community, conference, and education settings. Signed languages dealt with include American Sign Language, Langue des Signes Québécoise and Irish Sign Language, although interpreters internationally will find the discussion in each chapter relevant to their own language context. Topics concern theoretical and practical components of the interpreter’s work, including interpreters’ approaches to language and meaning, their role on the job and in the communities within which they work, dealing with language variation and consumer preferences, and Deaf interpreters as professionals in the field.

The Baby Signing Book

The Baby Signing Book
Author: Sara Bingham
Publisher: Robert Rose
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: American Sign Language
ISBN: 9780778804512

This second edition (9780778804512) replaces the first edition (9780778801634) Now with 100 additional American Sign Language (ASL) symbols plus more case studies. The interest surrounding baby signing continues to increase as more and more parents embrace this special world of communication, which allows babies to communicate before they can talk. Sign language gives them a way to express their wants and needs, easing frustration for both baby and parent. Being able to communicate effectively with a very young child is positively thrilling. Part 1 of the book is an introduction to signing with babies and young children, providing the basic knowledge, skills and strategies to get started. Age-specific guidelines offer advice on signing with children from birth to age 3 and up. Part 2 is a handy dictionary of 450 ASL signs, each clearly illustrated with tips on how to form and remember the signs. Part 3 provides favorite songs and rhymes to sign with a child. Special features include: The top 5 signing tips A program that parents can customize according to their family's needs Answers to frequently asked questions Instructions on the 5 distinct components of ASL signs: body space, hand shape, movement, palm orientation, and facial expression Age-specific advice on how to teach sign language as a child develops. By simply following this book, a special world of communication awaits.