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To Sign or Not to Sign?, 2001.
A discussion on the role of American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters.
1,140 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 39.95
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This paper presents a detailed examination of the role of American Sign Language Interpreters. The writer provides the basics of what the job entails and how it is done. In addition the writer describes recent conflicts about the use of sign language as opposed to other means of communication and how that affects the careers of ASL interpreters.
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"Each year, children are born without the ability to hear. Many more lose the ability due to disorder, disease or accidents. We do not appreciate the ability to hear until we meet someone who cannot do so. The ability to hear affects almost every aspect of life, especially when one is young and trying to learn to read or do other academic tasks. The job of an American Sign Language interpreter, in regards to children and students is to assist in the learning process as well as the child?s need and ability to communicate with the hearing world. They not only tell the world what the deaf are trying to say, but they also report to the deaf what the hearing world is telling them. In recent years there has been controversial debate as to the need for ASL and interpreters. A grassroots movement has begun to encourage other means of communication. The world of the deaf is currently divided into separate camps; those who consider themselves purists and want to continue with ASL and those who want it abolished because it sends a signal to the world that they are different. While the battle wages the ASL interpreters are caught in the crossfire, and children who are deaf wait to see what they will be taught."
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American Sign Language (ASL) vs. Signed English, 1996.
Compares origins, techniques, aims, applications & effectiveness of two approaches to education of deaf children.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, $ 47.95
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"American Sign Language verses Signed English
American Sign Language began being used in the early 1800s (Bochner & Albertini 14). It is now recognised as a separate language apart from English. The linguistical constraints of ASL are different from those of spoken or signed English. In the 1960s, several groups of professionals were concerned about the academic levels, especially reading levels, of hearing impaired students. In reaction to these low scores, methods of encoding English into sign were begun. ASL, signed English, and spoken English are valid forms of communication. The big question is: Should deaf or hearing impaired children be taught in English or in another language? In the United States children are taught to read and write in English. Deaf children who are primarily ASL.."
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Oralism vs. American Sign Language, 2007.
This paper argues in favor of the deaf or hard of hearing using American Sign Language or their native language over oralism or other methods of communication.
1,302 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper explores the tradition of oralism vs. American Sign Language (ASL) in the West. Specifically the researcher proposes that deaf and hard of hearing students should be afforded opportunities to learn using their native language or American Sign Language. Forcing students to adopt other methods of learning including oralism or Signing Exact English (SEE) may promote frustration and inhibits learning in the classroom. This paper reviews the potential merits and demerits of each tradition, highlighting the significance of providing students with resources to use ASL in the classroom.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Personal Philosophy
The Essential Nature of Human Beings
Basic Meaning or Purpose of Life
Determination of Morality
Constancy of Life: Unchanging or Always Changing?
Philosophy of Education
My Perception of an Educational Philosophy
Why do you need a Philosophy?
What has been the Basis or Source of your Educational Philosophy?
How has your Philosophy Changed or Evolved over Time?
My formal Ideological and Philosophical Orientation
The Purpose of Education, Teaching and Schooling
Are Students Intrinsically Motivated to Learn?
Should Schools Address Human Differences such as Multiple Intelligence, Learning Styles etc. ?
Topics
Knowledge and Content
Knowledge with Knowing
My Conceptual Framework for Improving my Practice
Theoretical Framework for Improving Practice
Skills Competencies Necessary
Educational Skills Required
Communication Skills and Content
Nonverbal Communication Skills
Verbal Communication
Influence of Interpersonal Relationships
Importance of Self-Identity
Peer Relations
Influence of Support Networks
Knowledge and Learning
Direct vs. Indirect Learning
Direct vs. Indirect Communication
Conclusion
Reference
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"Many consider American Sign Language (ASL) the standard language beneficial for hard of hearing and deaf citizens. However, oralism shares a rich history much the same as ASL, and many often argue the potential merits and demerits of using one vs. another in an educational and communicational context. Wilcox & Peyton (1999) recognize that ASL is a fully developed language with unique grammar requirements distinguished from the English language (Coltrane, 2006). Oralism contrarily, involves lip reading to understand speech instead of using ASL to communicate with one another (Coltrane, 2006). This study will help review the merits and demerits of each, questioning whether one vs. the other is more beneficial for promoting communication and sharing among the deaf or hard of hearing community, or whether a combination of both may result in less frustrating choices among the hard of hearing and deaf community. "
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Cynewulf's Signed Poems, 2008.
An analysis of Cynewulf's use of colophons in his four signed poems: "Juliana", "Christ II", "Elene", and "Fates".
1,221 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper analyzes Cynewulf's four signed poems. The paper specifically discusses the colophons of the signed poems and describes what they tell us about Cynewulf's poetic practice. The paper cites many examples from the four poems, "Juliana," "Christ II," "Elene" and "Fates" and shows how "Elene" differs from his other three signed poems.
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"Cynewulf's self-presentation is ambivalent. He is a sinner and distant from God. Yet he is not fully self-abasing. In Christ II he speaks of himself explicitly as a teacher of men, which he also does implicitly in the other poems, indicating that although he is sinful, he is at least knowledgeable about how a Christian ought to behave. And the act of writing, of educating people and asking their aid, is a deed that may eventually lead to his salvation. He takes credit for the majority of his writing rather than claiming it as divine inspiration. Only in Elene does he involve God in the poetic process. Finally, the very presence of the signatures and colophons indicate a strong sense of himself as a poet. He has worked his name into the poems in such a way that it cannot be removed without damaging the poem. And he has appended personal colophons to four poems in contrast to any of their original sources. Although he has failings as a man, Cynewulf conceives of his poetry as a means to salvation."
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American Sign Language, 2004.
An overview of learning American sign language.
2,020 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper discusses the hypothesis that learning and using sign language is relatively easy to do because there are so many books and web sites available that teaches it to anyone who wants to learn. The paper presents a personal account of an encounter with a deaf person and the writer's exposure to sign language. The writer's ultimate realization of what it means to be deaf is described.
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"American Sign Language is well represented on the internet and in libraries. You can take classes in schools like community colleges or special schools for the deaf and in some cases through community services or the local Recreation Council. Like the English language, the American Sign Language base is in constant flux. Just like the English language, they had to add terms for the internet and web sites and any new thing or technology. "New word definitions are being added, and this will soon bring the total number of American Sign Language terms to more than 1270! Also included is the basic alphabet and numbers 1-10." (American Sign Language)"
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Signs and Miracles, 2005.
This paper is a personal essay based on the Old and New Testaments, analyzing if signs and miracles are present today.
780 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper explains that Christ used miracles and signs of wonder upon the earth, not as acts of magic, but of showing the ability of the divine to be made flesh, of being able to make the world a good place in its physical as well as its spiritual essence. The author stresses that every time an individual rises from bed every day, weathers the difficulties of ordinary existence in the physical, sinning world and still accomplishes good, these acts are a kind of miracle. The paper concludes that, today, signs of miracles are everywhere, if only one looks at the goodness of the world and the manifestation of Christ.
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"One cannot demand signs and miracles of the world and of God. Such manifestations of faith occur spontaneously, of course. The Acts of the Apostles 2:22 says that Christ?s manifestation of signs and miracles proved him a man of God. Yet signs and miracles are ever-present in the world today, in extraordinary as well as ordinary manifestations. To dwell in a God-created world is a miracle."
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American Sign Language, 2002.
A comprehensive paper on the history, development and use of American Sign Language (ASL).
3,987 words (approx. 15.9 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 108.95
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This paper examines the use of ASL as the main form of communication between the hearing-impaired and discusses reasons for its popularity. Different features and unique methods of ASL are mentioned and explained. The paper discusses how ASL has spread to be recognized as a proper language and how it is being offered as an accredited course in some universities. It also looks at how sign language has been adopted by animal trainer and scientists to study communication amongst animals.
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"Sign language is a language of gestures and hand symbols used to communicate due to a number of reasons including, language barriers, ritual, or disabilities, such as speech impairment and/or deafness. Sign languages, like oral languages, ?are acquired spontaneously and have highly intricate, rule-governed signs grammar and phonology? (Sign pg). Hand configuration, movement, and body position are the three classes of features that make up individual signs (Sign pg). There are numerous sign languages, including ?those of Trappist monks, who have a rule of silence, and Plains Indians, where speakers of mutually unintelligible language communicated freely,? moreover, ?Australian aborigines and people of Sudan and the Sahara also have a complete sign language? (Sign pg). Many languages have incorporated body gestures to elaborate, accompany or supplement speech. The language of sign for the deaf was first systematized by Charles Michel de l?Epee during the Eighteen century introduced in the United States by T.H. Gallaudet (Sign pg). ?As with any sign language, only a small percentage of signs suggest the form of thought they represent? (Sign pg). There are many dictionaries of sign available, including the American Sign Language, ASL, the most popular used for the hearing impaired."
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"The Hand that Signed the Paper", 2005.
An analysis of the poem "The Hand That Signed The Paper" by Dylan Thomas.
1,100 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 0 sources, $ 38.95
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The paper discusses Dylan Thomas' perception of power and the enormity of it in his poem "The Hand That Signed The Paper". The paper also looks at the theme of war and of the Bible. The paper identifies the imagery and sound devices used. The paper is of the opinion that this unrivalled style and these themes contribute to a positive response to the poem.
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"Essentially, this poem, written when Dylan Thomas was just 21 years of age, depicts and explores his perception of power, and the enormity of it. This idea of power was particularly appropriate when this was written, during the after math of war. Thus it is no surprise that Thomas, being a highly opinionated figure at the time, ensured that his voice was heard through his poetry. The poem challenges that we place too much emphasis on a leader and hence, this results in one person controlling a decision concerning many. In essence, "The hand that signed the paper" shows that power is such an influential device and that it can be used in many ways, for good or for bad. However, particularly to the poem, it portrays the consequences when power is used in an evil way, depicting an immense amount of pain and suffering caused by a decision of a person in a position of great power."
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Sign Language, 2003.
Discusses the development of sign language competency and communication skills in children.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, $ 71.95
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Presents conflicting approaches to education of deaf children or children with vocal language impairments. Discusses educational philosophy and American Sign Language (ASL).
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"While sign languages are generally regarded as languages that are most useful for individuals with hearing or verbal communication impairments, research suggests that such languages are also useful in other contexts ..."
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"In this Sign", 2007.
A review of the book "In this Sign" by Joanne Greenberg.
1,045 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper examines how the book "In this Sign" is about Janice and Abel who meet at a school for the deaf and dumb during the first half of the 20th century, before the acceptance of deaf culture in America. It looks at how the novel chronicles the changing world of American life, and the largely unchanging nature of American prejudice against the deaf.
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"The school for the deaf, which also teaches the blind, is dirty, dim, and grim, and takes a patronizing attitude to the students. The nature couple's education highlights some of the assumptions about the deaf that run through the text. The deaf are assumed to be inferior versions of hearing persons, so they are forced to learn a method of communication that is a kind of parody of hearing communication, lip-reading, rather than the signing that comes so naturally and fluidly to the deaf. The deaf are grouped with persons with a variety of difficulties, rather than to have their uniqueness as a group acknowledged."
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The Sign Miracles of Jesus, 2005.
A discussion regarding the sign miracles that Jesus performed in the Gospel of John.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper looks at the eight miracles of Jesus that are signs of his divinity in the gospel of John. The miracles that are mentioned in this paper are the turning of water to wine, healing of the nobleman's son, the healing of the lame man, the feeding of the 5,000, Jesus' walking on water, the healing of the blind man, the raising of Lazarus from the dead, and the miraculous catch of fishes.
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"In the Gospel of John in the New Testament there are eight sign miracles that Jesus performs, which are: the turning of water to wine, healing of the nobleman's son, the healing of the lame man, the feeding of the 5,000, Jesus' walking on water, the healing of the blind man, the raising of Lazarus from the dead, and the miraculous catch of fishes. This paper will look at how each of these miracles further reveals the deity of Jesus. The first miracle that John records is the turning of water into wine at the wedding in Cana shortly after Jesus recruits his first few followers. When the wine runs out, Jesus' mother comes and tells him, and he understands that she wants him to do something about it, but tells her it is not time yet."
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Sign and Oral, 2002.
An analysis of sign language and oral anguage.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 12 sources, $ 89.95
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This ten-page post-graduate paper compares and contrasts sign language and oral language. The author examines various aspects of the two types of language, offers specific examples of differences and similarities, and analyzes the respective effectiveness and structure of both types.
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"The Sign of Four", 2006.
An analysis of classic detective fiction conventions in "The Sign of Four" by Arthur Conan Doyle.
1,057 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper discusses how "The Sign of Four" is a novel that exemplifies many of the conventions of the classical detective genre. The paper looks at how, the latter passage of Jonathan Small's confession, inparticular, is effective because it represents many of these conventions. Of these, this paper addresses the conventions of the denouement, the deductive method of discovery, the 'villain' and morality, and the setting. It also analyses the effectiveness of the passage, and of the novel as a whole, in relation to Conan Doyle's use of classical detective fiction conventions.
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"Sherlock Holmes' comment in the passage of "there is nothing at all new to me" implies that Holmes' was fully aware of the particulars of the case, despite not being the one to present the denouement. It appears apparent that Holmes knew the particulars of the case when he held the feast with Dr. Watson and Athelney Jones, though he did not divulge this at the time (80). This is an example of the ratiocinate nature of the detective. Holmes claims to know all about the specifics of the case, through what the reader can only assume is from deduction. This adds to the 'puzzle' convention of the detective genre, where the reader is invited to try to solve the puzzle before Holmes does. Holmes' great powers of deduction and reasoning are highlighted early on in the novel when he deduces that Dr. Watson had taken a trip earlier to the post office (9). "
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"Signs", 2002.
An analysis of M. Night Shyamalan?s 2002 motion picture ?Signs?.
977 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 0 sources, $ 34.95
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This paper examines how the movie "Signs" is more about faith than it is about either crop circles or aliens. Although the plot centers around the imminent arrival of extraterrestrial beings and what that arrival entails, the film focuses on the disillusioned Reverend Graham Hess, played by Mel Gibson. Following the untimely death of his wife, Hess loses his faith in God and renounces the church.
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"This loss of faith is established early in the film, when he tells the police officer to ?please stop calling me Father,? and this theme is reexamined throughout the film as Hess confronts the alien presence. Flashbacks and conversations with family members eventually restore Hess?s faith in the church. However, religion is only one expression of faith; faith in God and religion is ostensible, but so is the faith in the unseen, in reason, or even in the status quo. Confronted with a foreign, incomprehensible, and frightening reality, various characters in ?Signs? develop an individual faith. According to the Gage dictionary, faith means ?believing without proof.? Therefore, the children and all the people who believe that the signs signal the arrival of extraterrestrials have faith that these beings exist?even before they witness them. It is not until Graham Hess sees the green, gnarled claw of the alien in Ray Reddy?s pantry that the audience?and Hess--can believe without a doubt that the aliens exist. ?Signs? sets up a definition of faith that encompasses primarily faith in religion, but expands this definition to entail faith in family, in miracles, and in any power greater than material life."
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