American Sign Language For Dummies with Online Videos

American Sign Language For Dummies with Online Videos
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 392
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ISBN-10 : 9781119286097
ISBN-13 : 1119286093
Rating : 4/5 (97 Downloads)

Synopsis American Sign Language For Dummies with Online Videos by : Adan R. Penilla, II

Grasp the rich culture and language of the Deaf community To see people use American Sign Language (ASL) to share ideas is remarkable and fascinating to watch. Now, you have a chance to enter the wonderful world of sign language. American Sign Language For Dummies offers you an easy-to-access introduction so you can get your hands wet with ASL, whether you're new to the language or looking for a great refresher. Used predominantly in the United States, ASL provides the Deaf community with the ability to acquire and develop language and communication skills by utilizing facial expressions and body movements to convey and process linguistic information. With American Sign Language For Dummies, the complex visual-spatial and linguistic principles that form the basis for ASL are broken down, making this a great resource for friends, colleagues, students, education personnel, and parents of Deaf children. Grasp the various ways ASL is communicated Get up to speed on the latest technological advancements assisting the Deaf Understand how cultural background and regionalism can affect communication Follow the instructions in the book to access bonus videos online and practice signing along with an instructor If you want to get acquainted with Deaf culture and understand what it's like to be part of a special community with a unique shared and celebrated history and language, American Sign Language For Dummies gets you up to speed on ASL fast.

British Sign Language For Dummies

British Sign Language For Dummies
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 569
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ISBN-10 : 9781119992165
ISBN-13 : 1119992168
Rating : 4/5 (65 Downloads)

Synopsis British Sign Language For Dummies by : City Lit

Learn British Sign Language quickly and easily with this essential guide and CD-Rom This lively guide introduces the key hand shapes and gestures you need to communicate in British Sign Language. The illustrations depict both the actions and facial expressions used to sign accurately, while the companion CD-Rom features real-life BSL conversations in action to further your understanding. With these practical tools, you’ll become an expert signer in no time! British Sign Language For Dummies includes: Starting to sign – learn about Deaf communication and practise simple signs to get you going Learning everyday BSL – develop the grammar and vocabulary skills that are the building blocks to using British Sign Language Getting out and about – sign with confidence in a wide range of real-life situations, from travelling to dating Looking into Deaf life – learn about the history of the Deaf Community and how they’ve adapted their technology and lifestyles to suit their needs For corrections to this book, please click here: http://www.wiley.com/legacy/wileyblackwell/BSLcorrectionslip.pdf Note: CD files are available to download when buying the eBook version

Body Language 101

Body Language 101
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 236
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781628732801
ISBN-13 : 1628732806
Rating : 4/5 (01 Downloads)

Synopsis Body Language 101 by : David Lambert

This amazing, revealing handbook contains all anyone will ever need to know about reading body language. With it, you can become a veritable human lie detector, spotting exactly when people are telling the truth, when they are lying, and even how they are feeling. What can you tell by folded arms, by the distance away someone stands when talking to you, from facial expressions, or from blinking eyes? The answer? Almost everything! With hundreds of examples illustrated in full color, Body Language 101 can help anyone from any culture know more about his or her friends, spouse, colleagues, lovers, competitors, and enemies.

Body Language

Body Language
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 208
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780857087034
ISBN-13 : 0857087037
Rating : 4/5 (34 Downloads)

Synopsis Body Language by : Elizabeth Kuhnke

What does your body language say about you? From strangers on the street, to your closest friends and family – even if you're not speaking, you're saying a lot with your body. Body Language explores the way we use our bodies to communicate, the way we hold ourselves, the way we sit, stand, and point our hands, feet and eyes can all reveal how we are feeling in any given situation. This book explores the body language we use in a wide-range of business and personal-life scenarios, from delivering a presentation at work to how you should act on a first date! Packed with images to clearly demonstrate each of the scenarios discussed, Body Language will help you understand the way others around you choose to communicate and also what you are saying with your own body. These valuable skills will improve your day to day communication, helping you to judge situations and understand how others around you are feeling. Use Body Language to: Harness the power of your own body language Communicate confidently to all of those around you Dip in and out of useful scenarios to find the best advice for you Understand people's hidden emotions and learn what you are hiding yourself Tackle those important life events, such as interviews, first dates, important meetings and more!

Persuasion and Influence For Dummies

Persuasion and Influence For Dummies
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 402
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780470747377
ISBN-13 : 0470747374
Rating : 4/5 (77 Downloads)

Synopsis Persuasion and Influence For Dummies by : Elizabeth Kuhnke

Many people want to gain trust or support in business and throughout life, but the true skill is doing so in a charming fashion! Whether you're convincing the boss about your much-deserved promotion or a busy restaurateur to offer a better table, the power of persuasion can help improve and increase your successes. Elizabeth Kuhnke, author of the bestselling Body Language For Dummies, guides the reader through easy-to-implement techniques that can turn a timid person into someone bursting with self confidence and the ability to influence. Topics covered will include: The key elements in becoming more persuasive - body language, listening skills, using persuasive words and actions Finding a common ground and establishing a connection with your audience Capturing their attention and keeping them interested Putting yourself across convincingly Getting things done through others Identifying the type of person you're dealing with - and responding in an appropriate manner

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Reading Body Language

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Reading Body Language
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 291
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781615643370
ISBN-13 : 1615643370
Rating : 4/5 (70 Downloads)

Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to Reading Body Language by : Susan Constantine

Using both photos and line art, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Reading Body Language reveals and explains the visual tells to be found in faces, eyes, and lips; the positions of hands, arms, and legs; stances; gestures; the uses of everyday objects; and more. Additionally, strategies to elicit body language are detailed as well.

Communication Skills For Dummies

Communication Skills For Dummies
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 285
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ISBN-10 : 9781118401248
ISBN-13 : 1118401247
Rating : 4/5 (48 Downloads)

Synopsis Communication Skills For Dummies by : Elizabeth Kuhnke

The key to perfecting your communication strategy Great communication skills can make all the difference in your personal and professional life, and expert author Elizabeth Kuhnke shares with you her top tips for successful communication in any situation. Packed with advice on active listening, building rapport with people, verbal and non-verbal communication, communicating using modern technology, and lots more, Communication Skills For Dummies is a comprehensive communication resource no professional should be without! Get ahead in the workplace Use effective communication skills to secure that new job offer Convince friends and family to support you on a new venture Utilising a core of simple skills, Communication Skills For Dummies will help you shine—in no time!

Signing For Dummies®

Signing For Dummies®
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 493
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781118053898
ISBN-13 : 1118053893
Rating : 4/5 (98 Downloads)

Synopsis Signing For Dummies® by : Adan R. Penilla, II

American Sign Language (ASL) is something we've all seen Deaf people use in restaurants, hospitals, airports, and throughout the marketplace. The communication is fascinating to watch; to see people sharing ideas by using handshapes and body language is remarkable in a world so defined by sound. Signing For Dummies gives you a general understanding of the properties of Sign, as well as an understanding of Deaf culture. Designed to act as an introduction or a refresher, the book focuses solely on ASL. Although certainly not the only form of Sign Language, ASL is the most popular in the Deaf community within the United States. Categorized by subject, this illustrated guide covers grammar and sentence structure, along with the tools to get you going in basic conversation by knowing how to Introduce and greet people Ask questions and make small talk Order food and chat with salespeople Handle medical emergencies Talk on the phone Get around town for fun or business Although "speaking" American Sign Language (ASL) is mostly a matter of using your fingers, hands, and arms, facial expression and body language are important and sometimes crucial for understanding Signs and their meaning. Signing For Dummies gets the whole body into the action as the fun-to-read resource explores Signs that look like what they mean Expression of emotions and feelings Signing sports and weather Compass points conversations: Getting or giving directions Descriptions of where it hurts Deaf community customs, norms, and culture Each chapter throughout the book invites you to practice specific Signs in a "Fun & Games" section. Translation guides complement the video CD-ROM, which features demonstrations by ASL Signers and actual conversations in progress – all designed to have you moving your hands, body, and face to convey meaning that reaches way beyond linguistic barriers.

Body Language

Body Language
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 539
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781118058763
ISBN-13 : 1118058763
Rating : 4/5 (63 Downloads)

Synopsis Body Language by : Eric Allen

Whether you're a professional Character TD or just like to create 3D characters, this detailed guide reveals the techniques you need to create sophisticated 3D character rigs that range from basic to breathtaking. Packed with step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations, Body Language walks you through rigging techniques for all the body parts to help you create realistic and believable movements in every character you design. You'll learn advanced rigging concepts that involve MEL scripting and advanced deformation techniques and even how to set up a character pipeline.

Body Language For Dummies

Body Language For Dummies
Author :
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 434
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780470686904
ISBN-13 : 0470686901
Rating : 4/5 (04 Downloads)

Synopsis Body Language For Dummies by : Elizabeth Kuhnke

If you are puzzled by other people or want to improve the impression you give, knowing about body language could be the key. In this book you’ll discover how the body reveals what people really mean and how you can use your body and your expressions to improve your self-image to others. It explores why we give the signals we do, how to read the most common expressions and goes on to show how you can use your new understanding of body language for success at work, in relationships and in your communication. Actions really do speak louder than words!