ASL SEMANTICS: Precision of Expression in ASL
Semantics is defined as the study of meanings expressed by the elements of a
language or a combination of the elements. A concept expressed in an ASL
sign often cannot be conveyed by a single all-purpose English word.
Likewise, English words and phrases may have variations in meaning, which
require translations using different ASL signs. This workshop helps the
student advance skills in translating the languages of ASL and English.
August 20, 2010
Friday, 6 pm – 9 pm
VISUALIZE THIS:
Drawing in Space with ASL Classifiers
As a native English speaker you work within a linear language, but ASL uses
space and movement through classifiers to show a visual picture. When using
Classifiers, are you able to clearly portray the English message into ASL?
Do you know how to clearly show a car accident, a Lasik eye surgery, or a
gymnast going through their routines? This workshop provides participants
with an overview of using Classifiers, by focusing on what they mean, when
to use them and how they are used. Participants will explore various
classifiers to express a visual picture breaking away from English words to
translate ideas visually. This workshop strongly focuses on ASL
storytelling, ASL performing, and ideas on how to use the appropriate
handshape to show a clearer picture of the context involved.
This workshop will also provide hands-on experiences & skill building
activities needed for appropriate classifier use applied to complex
descriptions and images. Complicated & confusing pictures, eye gaze, role
shifting, spatial referencing and appropriate use of classifiers in
storytelling will also be presented. Emphasis is placed on developing the
ability to think in pictures as a way to improve expressive and receptive
communication skills.
August 21, 2010
Saturday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
at
La Quinta Inn & Suites Convention Center
Fiesta E & F Meeting Rooms
303 Blum
San Antonio, Texas 78205
BIO: Patricia (Trix) Bruce, from Seattle, Washington, is known nationwide as
both a workshop presenter and an American Sign Language performer. Trix’s
work has been warmly received everywhere, from local community centers, to
state, regional and national conferences, Deaf Way II, interpreter
conventions and more. Wildly popular as a teacher of ASL storytelling and
ASL interpretation, Trix impresses audiences at all levels of ASL skill,
from novices to fluent experts. Trix has been profoundly deaf since she was
6 months old. She went through oral, mainstreaming, deaf classes, and online
educational programs. Trix has been involved in the performing arts since
1980. After completing her college program, she became involved with
interpreter training. Trix’s main area of study has been ASL Linguistics
with a focus on ASL Performance. She has developed a popular website:
www.trixbruce.com. Whether writing, creating, improvising or starring in her
many productions, Trix’s passion for the dramatic arts shines through.
REGISTRATION FEE:
BOTH Friday and Saturday Workshops:
$95 per participant, postmarked by August 11, 2010
Friday Evening Workshop Only:
$35 per participant, postmarked by August 11, 2010
$45 per participant, at the door
Saturday Workshop Only:
$65 per participant, postmarked by August 11, 2010
$75 per participant at the door
SEND $ TO: (payable to/paypal accept) Trix Bruce, 1429 D Ave PMB 362,
Snohomish, WA 98290
PLEASE RSVP/CONTACT: by August 19, 2010 [email protected]
RID CUEs: RID CUEs: Trix Bruce is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for
Continuing Education Activities. This Professional Studies program is
offered for both workshops: 0.3 CEUs for Semantics and 0.6 CEUS for
Classifiers at the Little/No to Some Content Knowledge Level.
NOTES: Handouts will be provided. The workshop will be presented in ASL; a
voice interpreter will not be provided. Lunch is on your own. Checks are
non-refundable. For details on refund, cancellation, and special
accommodations policies, please send an email to info@trixbruce.