The ASL Lab is located on South Campus on the first floor of the G Building (G105).
Most dictionaries are arranged alphabetically, but there are a few sign language dictionaries that are organized by handshape or category. You can find more titles on your campus by searching in the HV2494 call number range or use search terms like: American Sign Language dictionary.
Random House Webster's American Sign Language Dictionary
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The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language
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The American Sign Language Handshape Dictionary
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The American Sign Language Phrase Book
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Signing Everyday Phrases
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Intermediate Conversational Sign Language
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The Joy of Signing Third Edition
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American Sign Language Made Easy for Beginners
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We have a few library resources that discuss ASL dialects from a research perspective. However, you should also look for articles and videos about this topic on the open web if you are searching for visual examples of regional signs for common words, or Black ASL. We have provided a few links below to get you started.
This video clip is from the episode: Signing Black in America from the series Talking Black in America located in the Films on Demand database. FSCJ login required.
A Historical and Etymological Dictionary of American Sign Language
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Significant Gestures
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American Sign Language (ASL) dictionaries can be organized around specialized vocabulary; or chapters might be organized around themes that are subject-specific. There are also books and articles about the training of interpreters for specialized settings (e.g., hospital or court). Look for streaming videos and DVDs on reserve at South Campus for more resources on ASL vocabulary.
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Sign Language and the Health Care Professional
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Advanced Sign Language Vocabulary; Raising Expectations
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Comprehensive Reference Manual for Signers and Interpreters
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Teach Your Tot to Sign
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Baby Sign Language Basics
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The video clips below highlight our library collection. You can also search Films on Demand using Subject Tags such as "American Sign Language" to find more videos. Be sure to also ask our South Campus Library staff about DVDs on reserve for the Sign Language Interpreter program.
This video is from the series: American Sign Language, Level 1 in the Films on Demand database. FSCJ login required.
The next video is from the series: Advanced American Sign Language in the Films on Demand database. FSCJ login required.
