Deaf and Hearing United, Inc., a subsidiary of DAHU, Incorporated, introduces the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) used by the Deaf Community, including basic vocabulary, syntax, finger spelling, and grammatical non-manual signals. Focusing on communicative competence, Deaf and Hearing United develops gestural skills as a foundation for ASL enhancement. This method introduces cultural knowledge and increases understanding of the Deaf Community.
Deaf And Hearing United, Inc.:
- Incorporates both spoken English and ASL on five levels:
Phonological, Morphological, Lexical, Syntactic, and Discourse.
- Compares and contrasts the two languages on all five levels using real-world examples.
- Documents similarities between signed languages and spoken languages in general.
- Describes the major linguistic components and processes of English and ASL.
- Introduces basic theories regarding ASL structure.
- Emphasizes ASL’s status as a natural language by comparing and contrasting similarities and unique differences between the two languages.
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