"Fingerspelling (or dactylology) is the representation of the letters of a writing system, and sometimes numeral systems, using only the hands."
This covers the basics of fingerspelling and sign recognition, which are essential skills for sign language learners.
Introduction to Sign Language: Understanding the history, benefits, and types of sign language.
Fingerspelling: Understanding the basics of fingerspelling, including the alphabet and common words.
Handshapes: Understanding the different handshapes used in signing, and how they affect meaning.
Facial Expressions: Understanding the important role that facial expressions play in conveying meaning in sign language.
Body Language: Understanding the importance of body language and movement when signing.
Grammar: Understanding the basic grammar rules and structure of sign language.
Syntax: Understanding the order in which words are signed to convey meaning.
Vocabulary: Learning common words and phrases used in sign language.
Non-Manual Signals: Understanding non-manual signals such as eyebrow raising, head tilting, and mouth movement, which are important in conveying meaning in sign language.
Deaf Culture: Understanding the unique culture and customs of the deaf community.
Sign Language Interpretation: Learning the basics of sign language interpretation, including interpreting techniques and ethical considerations.
Immersion: Immersing oneself in sign language by attending events and talking to members of the deaf community to practice and improve understanding.
American Sign Language (ASL): Fingerspelling in ASL involves spelling out individual letters using manual gestures. ASL also includes numerous signs that represent words and phrases, and it has a unique grammar and syntax distinct from English.
British Sign Language (BSL): The fingerspelling in BSL is similar to ASL, but it has its own manual alphabet. BSL includes specific signs for letters and many different handshapes to convey specific meanings.
French Sign Language (LSF): Fingerspelling in LSF involves spelling out individual letters, but the language also includes specific signs for many common words and phrases.
German Sign Language (DGS): Fingerspelling in DGS involves spelling out letters using manual gestures, and the language includes specific signs for words and phrases.
Japanese Sign Language (JSL): Fingerspelling in JSL involves spelling out individual letters using manual gestures, and the language includes specific signs for many common words and phrases.
Australian Sign Language (Auslan): Fingerspelling in Auslan involves spelling out individual letters using manual gestures, and the language includes specific signs for many common words and phrases.
Russian Sign Language (RSL): Fingerspelling in RSL involves spelling out individual letters using manual gestures, and the language includes specific signs for words and phrases.
Chinese Sign Language (CSL): Fingerspelling in CSL involves spelling out individual letters using manual gestures, and the language includes specific signs for many common words and phrases.
Indian Sign Language (ISL): Fingerspelling in ISL involves spelling out individual letters using manual gestures, and the language includes specific signs for many common words and phrases.
International Sign Language (IS): International Sign Language is a universal language used by deaf individuals from around the world. Fingerspelling in IS uses the same manual alphabet as ASL, but it also includes specific signs that represent concepts and meanings that are common across different cultures and languages.
"These manual alphabets... have often been used in deaf education."
"Have subsequently been adopted as a distinct part of a number of sign languages."
"There are about forty manual alphabets around the world."
"Historically, manual alphabets have had a number of additional applications—including use as ciphers, as mnemonics, and in silent religious settings."
"These manual alphabets (also known as finger alphabets or hand alphabets)..."
"The representation of the letters of a writing system... using only the hands."
"Have often been used in deaf education."
"Have subsequently been adopted as a distinct part of a number of sign languages."
"Fingerspelling (or dactylology)..."
"The representation of... numeral systems, using only the hands."
"Historically, manual alphabets have had a number of additional applications..."
"Historically, manual alphabets have had a number of additional applications... use as ciphers."
"Historically, manual alphabets have had a number of additional applications... in silent religious settings."
"Historically, manual alphabets have had a number of additional applications... use as mnemonics."
"Historically, manual alphabets have had a number of additional applications..."
"Have subsequently been adopted as a distinct part of a number of sign languages."
"These manual alphabets (also known as finger alphabets or hand alphabets)..."
"There are about forty manual alphabets around the world."
"These manual alphabets... have often been used in deaf education."