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Intermediate Conversational Sign Language

Intermediate Conversational Sign Language

Current price: $34.00
Publication Date: August 16th, 1982
Publisher:
Gallaudet University Press
ISBN:
9780913580790
Pages:
377

Description

This fully illustrated text offers a unique approach to using American Sign Language (ASL) and English in a bilingual setting. Each of the 25 lessons involve sign language conversation using colloquialisms that are prevalent in informal conversations. Each lesson includes equivalent expressions in English, plus:

  • Glossed Vocabulary Review
  • Translation Exercises from ASL to English to ASL
  • Grammatical Notes
  • Substitution Drills
  • Suggested Activities

       The text also includes practice tests, a bibliography, and a glossed alphabetical index.

About the Author

Willard J. Madsen is Professor Emeritus of Sign Language at Gallaudet University.