Fingerspelled Names & Introductions: A Template Building Approach

A powerful learning tool to improve recognition of fingerspelled words. Fingerspelled words are presented in a four-step template building process: Regular Speed - Deaf persons introduce themselves through signs and fingerspelling; Slow Motion - Fingerspelled word is shown in slow motion; English Translation - Fingerspelled word is presented in printed English; Regular Speed - Entire introduction, including the fingerspelled words, is presented at regular speed again. Can be self-paced or assigned as part of a course in ASL or sign language interpreting. General Authors Carol J. Patrie, Ph.D. Audience For Sign Language and Interpreting Students Length One 90-minute Video