Getting Started in Signing : Learning American Sign Language

by COSTELLO, ELAINE PHD

• ISBN13: 9780609605677
• ISBN10: 0609605674
• Edition: VHS
• Format: Package
• Copyright: 2000-10-01
• Publisher: Living Language

Summary

Master the basics of American Sign Language. If one wants to master the basic words, phrases, and expressions of American Sign Language (ASL), thenGetting Started in Signingis the perfect course. This complete program offers a simple, step-by-step approach to this rich and beautiful language. The student will learn everything he or she needs to begin using sign language in practical, everyday situations like talking about family, planning a party, even shopping at the mall. The manual alphabet is included, too, so students will learn how to finger spell names and unfamiliar words. ThisGetting Started in Signingpackage features a 60-minute videocassette along with a 208-page learner's dictionary and guidebook with over 500 illustrations. This easy and practical course offers everything one needs to get started using American Sign Language.

Author Biography

<b>Dr. Elaine Costello</b> is an educator and author who has been associated with the deaf community for over 20 years.  She is the former director and editor in chief of the Gallaudet College Press at Washington D.C.'s Gallaudet College, the world's only liberal arts college for the deaf.  She is also the author of the <b>Random House American Sign Language Dictionary</b>.