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u/SmutGoddess · 3 pointsr/asl

Oh my God that's even reasonably priced!!!! 8D I'm honestly grinning like an idiot over here because I'd prepared myself to shell out something like $39.99, and while that wouldn't have been a problem back in October before I was let go from my old job, I was genuinely cringing at the idea of spending a lot since this coming paycheck will be my first paycheck since then! So yeah, needless to say, you are a Godsend! HUG I love you! Seriously, if I wasn't married, I think I might actually take you to dinner for this! This is exactly the kind of thing he asked for and exactly the type of book I know he'll love! I am so glad that he signed the f-bomb tonight on accident so that I wound up posting the story to this subreddit, because until then, it hadn't even occurred to me to ask yall about the books.

Seriously, thank you so much, Danny's sixth birthday is going to be the best birthday ever thanks to you!

Oh, and you are absolutely right about all kids being smart when they're fascinated by something and their parents give them every opportunity to dig their hooks into it. Yeah, Danny's only six this coming Tuesday, but this is the first thing I've ever seen him so excited about all the time and so driven to learn about. It's the kind of intensity I've only seen in adults, really.

And hey, your signing can't possibly be worse than my husband's. ;) True, we adults learn slower than kids and he's only started learning ASL as of a couple months ago--same as Danny--but Danny's taken to huffing as imperiously as possible when his dad gets words wrong, and then the kid'll actually grab his dad's hand and reposition all his fingers before saying something like, "NO, Dad, that's NOT a B. That's a stop sign!" long exasperated sigh "You have to fold your thumb in to make the B! Why do you do the stop sign every time!? Why, Dad!?"

Good God, it's so disrespectful, I know it is, but I have to leave the room sometimes to laugh because I don't want to condone the disrespect, but at the same time I simply can't stop myself from laughing!

EDIT: Heya, what about this one, too? Is this a good, detailed dictionary, or is there a better one out there by another publisher?

https://www.amazon.com/Websters-Concise-American-Language-Dictionary/dp/055358474X/ref=pd_sbs_14_t_0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=CHAVNAG77852QV9J5T2H

And yes, I realize it may be a little old for his reading level, but he's in kindergarten and reads at like a 3rd grader according to his last benchmark tests, so I reckon he might be ok with this book, plus the children's book. I figured I could maybe get him the easier to read children's book, plus something more detailed that he could grow into as he gets older, since I don't see him giving up ASL anytime soon.

u/im-not-a-panda · 1 pointr/asl

Due to the visual nature of the language, ASL isn't something you can really pick up online. If you're not able to start a formal class yet - buy a dictionary and start memorizing vocabulary (focus on nouns) until you're able to start learning how to use and manipulate the nouns. I'd recommend avoiding CD/online language programs such as Rosetta Stone and others for the purpose of learning ASL. Its a spatial language and learned best in person.

Try: Random House Webster's ASL Dictionary or Gallaudet's Dictionary of ASL for a good dictionary. As a beginning student, they will be very helpful.

Also, do a bit of searching to find your local Deaf Club/Center. They welcome anyone with a genuine interest in learning the language and are more than happy to start at the beginning.

Here is a good website that offers some free online study. At least, I believe its free. http://www.lifeprint.com/asl101/topics/students.htm

u/crondor99 · 2 pointsr/asl

I can totally relate to the desire of not wanting to deal with environmental sounds and wanting to communicate silently and naturally...with our bodies.

I just started learning ASL as well after one false start a few years back.

For starters if you're not attending a school or class, I would start with www.lifeprint.com Secondly, on advice from a friend who's an interpreter, I do things like finger spell street signs as I'm driving. These flash cards are also really great and come in a nice quality box with a key ring you can switch out cards from depending on what you're studying: https://www.amazon.com/Barrons-Flash-Cards-American-Language/dp/0764162225/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1473871285&sr=8-1&keywords=asl+flash+cards

Lastly, video over internet is a great option, i.e. Skype. I regularly send video 'texts' to my friend through an app called Glide, especially for quick questions.

u/[deleted] · 1 pointr/asl

There are a lot of options with this topic. The one I chose when I went through my program came from my own personal experience.

There are a lot of times that there are suggested topics about "living with someone who is deaf" or "deaf for a day" or "what is out there to fix deaf people" - the normal suggested topics made me ill.

This is what I did.... I went to doctors and audiologists and speech therapists and interviewed them about their attitudes to the Deaf community. I then went to the Deaf community and asked them what they thought about audiologists and doctors and speech therapists.

(Don't worry if you haven't jumped into this society - just look for a meet up and go ask questions - someone will interpret if you can't make do with the skills you have. GO ASK QUESTIONS of people in the Deaf community. They will let you know what they think!)

I learned a lot. I learned that there is a clinical view of deafness that views deaf as something to be fixed. I learned there is a cultural aspect that surrounds being Deaf that no one will ever really understand unless you've lived that life.

There are two points of view - a victim and a fixer - vs - a community member and someone who wants to "un-do a wrong."

If you want controversy? Talk to someone who is Deaf (and learn the difference between Deaf and deaf) and talk to someone who 'treats and fixes' deafness.

Deaf is an identity. It is like being born Chinese or Russian or American. It's a matter of fact. It is who you are.

Being deaf is an affliction - a medical condition - something that is wrong with you.

The people who 'fix' the Deaf are going into this with the best of intentions but often don't understand the culture and the community that exists.

The Deaf don't always understand this isn't about trying to 'fix' someone. It's about opening up another opportunity and another option.

Everyone goes in with the best wishes but the upbringing of the child decides which side will win.....

Need a starting point for Deaf culture? Check out a book Everyone here Spoke Sign It's in most libraries.

Are you near a major metro area? Are you near a "Deaf/deaf school"?

There are a lot of things you can explore with this.... welcome to a wild crazy passionate world. :)

u/LanguageVirus · 3 pointsr/asl

Yes, this book specifically is a fantastic resource for grammar and linguistics. My only warning is that while it says it's written for instructors with minimal understanding of linguistics, it's also written for people with a pretty good understanding of ASL. Having a strong understanding of the fundamentals will really help make this book as effective as possible.

u/kbennett14580 · 7 pointsr/asl

I think it depends on the signer, but yes, Deaf people can be very vocal, even if they are not oral.

I've had three ASL teachers over the years, two who were almost always completely silent, and my most recent teacher who was very vocal.

She would laugh out loud when something was funny or grumble when the class was doing something bad. She also used to shout to get our attention; she knew that even though she couldn't hear the sound, we could.

I think there might have been a similar question in a book we use in class, "For Hearing People Only", its a great source for questions about the Deaf community mostly from hearing people

Edit: I'm not sure exactly why it happens (since I personally am hearing), but I've actually found myself making similar vocal sounds during ASL class!

u/PredsBooksFood · 3 pointsr/asl

I just checked out Linguistics in American Sign Language from the library. Very in depth. They say "not for beginners" so may be what you are looking for XD. I haven't had a chance to get a good look at it yet...

I highly recommend going to your library, especially if they have an "equal access" or "Deaf/HH" section.

Happy Studying!

u/only1yzerman · 3 pointsr/asl

ASL is a visual language that has no written form. It can be described in written notation (transcribed), but it needs to be understood that it does not have a written form.

That said there ARE accepted methods in use by linguists who have studied ASL. The following books contain this information.

You might be interested in “The Green Books” and Linguistics of American Sign Language

The Green Books (a teachers resource) goes over the traditional method of transcription of ASL. The second (Linguistics of American Sign Language) goes over a few different methods. The Stokoe method, glossing (which most students will use), and finally the Liddell and Johnson system (movement-hold model).

Why you need to write down what is being signed will determine what the best method for you is. For most cases, glossing is enough. If you need a written transcript of what was said that you can use for more formal linguistic/educational reasons (like research), the Liddell and Johnson system is your go to.

u/professor_rumbleroar · 1 pointr/asl

Ok, you really should buy Signing the Body Poetic. Make sure you get a copy with the DVD and watch Debbie Rennie's "Missing Children." There is great use of all of the features of ASL poetry, including rhyme, plus the story she tells is just beautiful.

u/rose_thorns · 2 pointsr/asl

:D. You're very welcome! For teaching yourself ASL i recommend Lifeprint.com. Deaf-owned/operated. He's an ASL Instructor at a university in California whose name escapes me.

I forgot to add! There is a true ASL-English Dictionary where you can search for a sign by the English index in the back, or by the Handshape(s) used in the sign.The ASL Handshape Dictionary (The American Sign Language Handshape Dictionary https://www.amazon.com/dp/1563684446/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Xp2hAbX7HB7G1).

u/dvieu · 1 pointr/asl

I always have governed myself by, ask deaf, and deaf is always right. While I wouldn't go against your teachers name signs, because only deaf can give them. I would follow the rules I have learned from the teachers at Gallaudet and the book http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0915035308 , when giving my fictional character a name sign. Really you are using an ad hoc sign for yourself, but would have to finger spell the name when introducing yourself every time anyway. So you save yourself spelling the name for times after you establish yourself and your ad hock sign for yourself. Many times interpreters know more about the rules than the users, much like a ESL might know more about English than the average American. We have to study the language and know more about it for our job. Users have the luxury of just living with it and most things being inherit.

I have learned the rule to be too not mix descriptive signs with initialized signs, and that initialized signs are in arbitrary locations. Does this mean this is followed always, no. Be flexible, know what's right and what's used and have options.

u/mistermajik2000 · 5 pointsr/asl

Lou Fant's "The American Sign Language Phrase book" is great. It's chunked by topic and covers grammar/syntax as well. (bonus - it is cheaper and has better reviews than the other suggestions here)

Amazon Link here

u/bickets · 3 pointsr/asl

I am by no means the best source for this, but I have heard some ASL instructors refer to the green books as the best grammar resource.

u/eclectic_air · 1 pointr/asl

I'm a fan of the Barron's American Sign Language The Easy Way (link for current version). I have the 2007 edition, and really like how it is laid out, along with all of the cultural information.

u/ComradeRikhi · 1 pointr/asl

Any opinions on the free courses at http://startASL.com? I've made it to ASL 1, Unit 5. Just wondering if LifePrint or SignSchool are better courses.

Any recommendations on a print ASL dictionary? Was thinking of picking up RH/Webster's Unabridged.

u/frankinaustin · 1 pointr/asl

Here's a book chock full of them:

http://www.amazon.com/Introduction-American-Professional-Perspectives-Deafness/dp/0199777543

ISBN: 978-0199777549

It's a good book; well worth it.

u/MinaLuna · 2 pointsr/asl

You need a handshape dictionary.

Here’s a print one: The American Sign Language Handshape Dictionary https://www.amazon.com/dp/1563684446/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QMqQCb93KCWFR

asldeafined.com has signs grouped by handshape, but I’m not sure if that’s free or not.

u/mnp · 1 pointr/asl

If you're a serious student, this book is invaluable. https://www.amazon.com/American-Sign-Language-Handshape-Dictionary/dp/1563684446

You look up a sign by one or two hands, then by handshape and position.
It may be a little dated and regional, but when it has the sign you're looking for, it's useful.

u/Giraffe_Truther · 5 pointsr/asl

I know a few good books for grammar, but I still haven't seen any free website that gets into the nitty-gritty on ASL syntax and grammar.

While I was in my ITP, we used the "Green Book" series, ASL Linguistics, and Signing Naturally.

The green books, in particular, are excellent for learning grammar. Cokely is a word nerd, and you can learn a lot from his various writings.

u/woofiegrrl · 5 pointsr/asl

An oldie but a goodie.

This was my Linguistics of ASL textbook, highly recommended.

u/ocherthulu · 3 pointsr/asl

Deaf Gain by Bauman and Murray for sure.

u/GrrlyGirl · 3 pointsr/asl

https://www.amazon.com/American-Sign-Language-Handshape-Dictionary/dp/1563684446


American Sign Language Handshape Dictionary come with a DVD so you can load it onto your laptop.


I use the book and DVD depending on what I'm looking for.

u/DuncantheWonderDog · 1 pointr/asl

I would suggest either Open Your Eyes or Deaf Gain.

Both of them are collections of scholarly writings from deaf studies. Variety of topics, so it's a good way to get an overview and an idea of what's going on in deaf studies.

u/jefusan · 4 pointsr/asl

Everyone Here Spoke Sign Language, a look at how hereditary deafness on Martha's Vineyard led to a situation where most hearing people were bilingual in English and sign.

u/henrythethirteenth · 3 pointsr/asl

There's a Deaf writer who published an adult mystery called Deaf Takes a Holiday--it has a Deaf protagonist.

u/ekardlehs · 1 pointr/asl

It has been a few years since I have watched this video, but maybe a couple in here?
http://www.amazon.com/Signs-Sexual-Behavior-Introduction-Sex-Related/dp/0932666027

u/emilee_mc · 11 pointsr/asl

For anyone who wants one...
The American Sign Language Puzzle Book https://www.amazon.com/dp/0071413545/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9Z0yDb0SKV955