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Uses entertaining scenarios to demonstrate the dynamics and logistics of having a deaf and/or hard of hearing student and an interpreter in the classroom. Some of the key tenets of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Code of Ethics are briefly explained as well as practical suggestions on how to work most effecively with the interpreter to maximize the studnet's learning experience. The primary focus of the DVD is to provide information to...
22) The turning
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A collection of short films based on stories by Australian writer Tim Winton.
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Jeff Jackson and Toby Welch present eight modern-day parables that are based on the book of James. The skits are designed to help start discussions relevant to the theme of each passage of scripture. There is an accompanying printed booklet with scripture references and several discussion questions for each skit. This DVD also includes the book of James from The Bible: ASL Translation.
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Maryellen Lentz, a certified deaf aerobics instructor, presents three exercise programs in ASL. Program one is for seated exercies, program two is to be done standing, and program three is in a movement format. Each program is broken down into three sections: warm-up, workout, and cool down. In the last part of the video, she teaches and models the appropriate way to walk. The targeted audience for this exercise program appears to be senior citizens...
29) Antonia's line
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In the aftermath of WWII, strong-willed Antonia returns to her small hometown where she has inherited her mother's farm. Antonia, joined by her free-spirited artist daughter Danielle, ingratiate themselves with the town's tight-knit and eccentric community. As the years unfold, love and tragedy come to Antonia and Danielle and the pair foster a vibrant circle of strong liberated women.
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The British Sign Language Phrase Book is an ideal learning tool for beginners of English Sign Language. Each tape comprises over two hundred commonly used BSL phrases. Color coded categories and an easy to follow index allow quick access. Each phrase is shown twice, one to aid the learner's receptive skills and the second time to reinforce production skills.
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Barbara is a cynical schoolteacher who is close to retirement. Her only means of taking the edge off her desperate loneliness is writing in her journal. Sheba is a younger, attractive woman, who joins the faculty as an art teacher. Barbara watches her from afar and has nothing but caustic things to say in her diary. Barbara finds herself reaching out to Sheba. Sheba responds by inviting her to dinner at her house to meet Sheba's lecturer husband and...
33) Freight train
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Brief text and illustrations trace the journey of a colorful train as it goes through tunnels, by cities, and over trestles.
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A drama about a multi-generational family of cops dedicated to New York City law enforcement. Frank Reagan is the New York Police Commissioner and heads both the police force and the Reagan brood. He runs his department as diplomatically as he runs his family, even when dealing with the politics that plagued his unapologetically bold father, Henry, during his stint as commissioner.
37) My man Godfrey
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An eccentric society girl with an equally eccentric family hires a tramp as a butler, who then teaches her that money isn't everything.
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This DVD is a dictionary of ASL signs presented in segments based on a child's age (birth-6 months, 7-12 months, 37-42 months, 43-48 months, 49-60 months). Signs are also presented based on topics such as ASL basic signs, manners signs, school signs, season signs, animal signs, emotion signs, family signs, snack signs, and weather signs. The accompanying book includes theory and research on the benefits of signing with children, information about...
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"Winner at eight film festivals and filmed entirely in Monterey, California, What' bugging Seth will undoubtedly capture your heart with its unique love story. Seth Singer (Ross Thomas) a young deaf man, believes in one thing: that he is no different from anyone else. Determined to prove his point, he throws his life savings into a pesticide business despite the presence of a well-established competitor who will do anything to see him fail. Along...
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