American Sign Language

Actors: Charlotte Baker Shenk, Dennis Cokely
Studio: Gallaudet University Press,U.S.
Category: Video

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Avg. Customer Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars

2 reviews
Sales Rank: 97349

Format: Ntsc
Media: VHS Tape

ISBN: 0930323890
EAN: 9780930323899
ASIN: 0930323890

Publication Date: December 31, 1994

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Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars

For those with ASL experience, but wonderful! March 17, 1999
21 out of 21 found this review helpful

This book is a fascinating study of the linguistics of ASL. I have read other reviews that commented about the book's complexity. Yes, it's true, this book is not for someone just starting to study the language. However, in a classroom setting, a student in a more advanced level will find the book quite rewarding to read. Dennis Cokely and Charlotte Baker-Shenk have produced a thoroughly researched set of books. So, to those interested, I say, " Don't shy away from the book's complexity, just be serious about wanting to learn it!" Not for those just wanting to learn 'hi, how are you'!

1 out of 5 stars

Not for solo beginner - appears to be classroom type text. September 4, 1998
13 out of 18 found this review helpful

Its appears this book is meant for a classroom setting as the book itself indicates there is a "teacher-text" and video involved. Overwhelming and confusing right from the start. Definiately not for someone unfamiliar with signing or someone trying to learn on their own.