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The Hidden Treasure Of Black Asl: Its History And Structure
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Black Asl Has Long Been Recognized As A Distinct Variety Of American Sign Language Based On Abundant Anecdotal Evidence. The Hidden Treasure Of Black Asl, Originally Published In 2011, Presents The First Sociohistorical And Linguistic Study Of This Language Variety. Based On The Findings Of The Black Asl Project, Which Undertook This Unprecedented Research, Hidden Treasure Documents The Stories And Language Of The African American Deaf Community. With Links To Online Supplemental Video Content That Includes Interviews With Black Asl Users (Formerly On Dvd), This Volume Is A Groundbreaking Scholarly Contribution And A Powerful Affirmation For Black Deaf People.This Paperback Edition Includes An Updated Foreword By Glenn B. Anderson, A New Preface That Reflects On The Impact Of This Research, And An Expanded List Of References And Resources On Black Asl.The Supplemental Video Content Is Available Online At The Gallaudet University Press Youtube Channel. Under Playlists, Click The Hidden Treasure Of Black Asl: Companion Video To The Book. The Original Black Asl Project Research Videos Are Also Available.Featured In The Film Signing Black In America: The Story Of Black Asl, Produced By The Language And Life Project At North Carolina State University (Dr. Walt Wolfram, Executive Producer). Look For It On Pbs.
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- Q: What is 'The Hidden Treasure of Black ASL' about? A: 'The Hidden Treasure of Black ASL' provides a sociohistorical and linguistic study of Black American Sign Language, exploring its unique characteristics and cultural significance within the African American Deaf community.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Carolyn McCaskill, a recognized expert in the field of linguistics and American Sign Language.
- Q: What is included in the paperback edition of the book? A: The paperback edition includes an updated foreword by Glenn B. Anderson, a new preface reflecting on the research's impact, and an expanded list of references and resources related to Black ASL.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Hidden Treasure of Black ASL' contains 228 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in American Sign Language? A: While the book offers insights into Black ASL, it is more suited for readers interested in sociolinguistics and cultural studies rather than beginners looking for basic ASL instruction.
- Q: Are there any supplemental materials available with this book? A: Yes, the book includes links to online supplemental video content featuring interviews with Black ASL users, which enhances the reading experience.
- Q: When was 'The Hidden Treasure of Black ASL' published? A: The book was published on May 29, 2020.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback.
- Q: Is the book available in other formats? A: Currently, the information specifies only the paperback format, but you may want to check with retailers for any eBook or hardback versions.
- Q: Where can I find the supplemental video content? A: The supplemental video content can be found on the Gallaudet University Press YouTube Channel under the playlist titled 'The Hidden Treasure of Black ASL: Companion Video to the Book'.