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Peer reviewedSwisher, M. Virginia – Applied Linguistics, 1988
Argues that the study of natural sign languages can enhance understanding of what language really is. The aspects of sign language that are similar and dissimilar to the characteristics of spoken language are described. (Author/CB)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Contrastive Linguistics, Language Patterns, Language Research
Peer reviewedCampbell, Ruth; And Others – Applied Linguistics, 1992
Investigation of the accuracy of novice learners of British Sign Language (BSL) and sign-naive subjects in recognizing possible and impossible BSL signs and in naming signs suggests that rated iconicity and the ability to process potentially meaningful gestures, determined recognition and naming accuracy. (19 references) (Author/CB)
Descriptors: Adults, Context Clues, Error Analysis (Language), Foreign Countries
