ASL University: Fingerspelling
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Frequently Asked Questions |
1. Question: Where are the answers to the "spelling quizzes?" Answer: The answers for quizzes in the "spelling quizzes" section are not posted. Those quizzes are used by instructors of college classes, home-schooling, and other programs for real testing or homework assignments. If you are studying at home you can instead use the "practice quizzes" or the "animated spelling quizzes" which provide answers for you to check your progress.
2. Question: Is this information
copyrighted? 3. Question: How can I get
permission to use this information in classes that I teach? Enjoy!
- Dr. Bill Vicars |
What does fingerspelling look like to the person doing the
spelling?
What does fingerspelling look like to the person watching (reading) the
spelling?
Define fingerspelling
Fingerspelling guidelines:
Movement:
Arm position:
Location:
Speed:
What and when do we fingerspell?
Names: people, pets, etc. until we know their name sign.
Places that don't already have signs: States, cities, restaurants, stores
Titles:
Things and ideas that don't have signs yet: Most flowers, many foods, etc.
Pick the best example:
Practicing E vs O
Introduce your family
Introduce people in your class