Description
As
the third most commonly used language in the United States, American
Sign Language is the fastest growing form of communication. Used by
both the deaf and hearing community, ASL is the most thorough and
eloquent system of signing ever developed. Instant Immersion American
Sign Language™ is the quick and easy way many beginners learn how to
sign. Based on the same tried and proven techniques that allow people
to quickly pick-up a spoken language, the key to success with signing
is to immerse yourself. For years, we have known that an immersion
environment is the absolute, fastest way to learn a new language. The
Instant Immersion™ method provides this atmosphere and allows you to
put your lessons to use immediately. Suitable for all ages, this
award-winning 4 CD-ROM set includes SigningAvatar™ Friends, Personal
Communicator, SignLink™, and HyperSign Kids, which aids children in
developing essential analytical skills. With 3D characters, one-on-one
interactive dialog features, digital and full-motion video, word and
phrase translators, and three interactive games, you will move from
beginner to advanced in a surprisingly short time!
Do you Really want to
learn how to sign?
• The fastest, most intuitive way to learn American Sign Language.
• Extremely user friendly - suitable for all ages, child through adult.
• Takes you from beginner to advanced intermediate levels.
• Ideal for business, school, and home.
SigningAvatar™
Friends
Quickly master American Sign Language with
the revolutionary SigningAvatar™ Friends software. Utilizing the same
3D animation graphics found in video games, this extremely
user-friendly CD-ROM allows you to choose your own uniquely crafted 3D
guide. Whether it’s Andy, Raven, Mona, or Pete, each character will
successfully interpret words and sentences while engaging you in
one-on-one, interactive dialog. Using signed gestures plus facial
expressions, characters emulate the natural form and movement of
humans, providing you with an accurate display of signing.
Additionally, the speed control feature and rotational tool allow you
to customize the rate of signing and adjust the angle of the character.
• Winner of 2 Golden
Lasso Awards: “Best in Education” and “Best Overall.”
• Featured on CNN and the BBC’s Science in Action program.
SignLink™
With over 1,000 high-quality video clips
for more than 2,300 English meanings, SignLink™ is an all-inclusive,
easy-to-understand multimedia dictionary, tutorial, and reference
source on American deaf culture and signing. Achieve a firm
understanding of American Sign Language by grasping the fundamentals of
hand shape, palm orientation, location, movement, and non-manual
behavior such as facial expressions. Master the essential topics of
fingerspelling, numbers, time concepts, pronouns, and crucial sign
linguistics with the Grammar Lessons. Diversify your studies with the
exclusive Parameter Search feature, which allows you to create a signed
gesture and then find the English equivalent.
Personal
Communicator
The most important step in mastering a
language is to establish a firm understanding of fundamental concepts.
Personal Communicator is a fantastic resource that provides a strong
foundation of such essential, basic principles before moving on to
advanced skills. With more than 2,500 digital video signs for 4,500
English words, this comprehensive CD-ROM combines three unique features
that are easy-to-use and effective! Manually type words or phrases that
you want translated with the Word Processing option. Use the
English-ASL Dictionary to find definitions and to reference
corresponding signs. To complete your study, visit the ASL Playroom
where you can mouse-click objects to review their signs and receive
audio and video feedback.
HyperSign Kids
Research shows that children who learn
several different languages at a young age develop advanced analytical
skills far beyond the level that is typically expected of them.
HyperSign Kids allows preschoolers and early readers to get an advance
start on comprehending the basics of American Sign Language while
developing essential problem solving abilities.. Containing 450 words
grouped into recognizable categories such as colors, animals, and
action verbs, children will quickly master new signs while having fun.
Each word from the dictionary is accompanied by a colorful picture to
ensure comprehension, while the full-motion videos reinforce key
concepts. The three interactive games, Tic Tac Toe, Match Game, and
Which One?, can be customized to work on particular words, helping
children stay focused, fascinated, and motivated to learn.
System Requirements
PC Compatible Pentium
II 300 MHz or faster Windows® 95/98/ME/2000 48 MB RAM (64 MB
recommended) 20 MB HD 1024 * 768 pixels, 16 bit high color 4X CD-ROM
drive Internet Browser Internet Connection (optional) Sound Card,
Mouse, Keyboard, Speaker
Item # 29100
