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The Use of Streaming Media and Animation to Teach Fingerspelling
and Vocabulary in American Sign Language
Paula M. Willig
Interpreter Preparation Program
John A. Logan College
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ABSTRACT
The key to expressive and receptive use of American Sign Language
and fingerspelling is exposure. Sign language classes provide exposure,
as do extracurricular activities and required interaction time. Given
the time constraints of teaching both a language and interpretation
of that language within a two-year time span, I looked for ways to
increase exposure time during those years. The World Wide Web has become
a resource that provides increased exposure to fingerspelling and sign
language vocabulary. I have worked with Thomas Bell, Director of Media
Services and Telecommunications, and others at John A. Logan College,
to develop a fingerspelling Web site using streaming media. I have
also incorporated a vocabulary section into my classes where students
can ask questions over the Internet about specific vocabulary. Either
I respond to those questions in writing, or with an animated GIF file
(Graphics Interchange Format) that demonstrates the particular vocabulary
word or phrase.
Live Via Satellite and Streaming Media: Taking Satellite
Courses Via Streaming Media
Brandon Talylor
Educational Technology Specialist and Adjunct Instructor
College of Lake County, Lakeshore Campus
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ABSTRACT
This paper describes a participant’s experience of using
synchronous streaming media broadcasts over the Internet in order to
participate in interactive courses that are offered live via satellite.
With adequate and well-managed resources, live streaming media webcasts
can be a viable alternative for delivering effective instruction to
students who might not otherwise have access to it.
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