Webster's American Sign Language Dictionary, Compact Edition
Effective communication with the Deaf is always important no matter what context. Whether in the workplace, church, or with friends, it's important to have the skills and vocabulary to be able to both get your point across and understand theirs. This comprehensive ASL dictionary features information on the history and formation of ASL as well as how its grammatical structure operates. Individual entries are arranged alphabetically with a definition, part of speech notation, and illustrated sign. It also includes a description of the sign and notes on similar or identical signs. Over 4500 signs are included with thousands of cross references! 581 pages softcover.
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Effective communication with the Deaf is always important no matter what context. Whether in the workplace, church, or with friends, it's important to have the skills and vocabulary to be able to both get your point across and understand theirs.
This comprehensive ASL dictionary features information on the history and formation of ASL, as well as how its grammatical structure operates. Individual entries are arranged alphabetically with a definition, part of speech notation, and illustrated sign. Additionally, each entry includes a description of the sign and notes on similar or identical signs.
With over 4500 signs included, and thousands of cross-references, this ASL dictionary is a valuable resource. It comes in a softcover format and spans across 581 pages.
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Brand: Random House Inc
Publisher Date: 06/10/2008
Author: Elaine Costello, Ph.D.
Dimensions: 9.25 x 6.13
UPC: 9780375722776
Pages: 624
