SIL International Publications

Spanish Sign Language survey

Relation Text: 
SIL Electronic Survey Reports 2007-008
Statement of Responsibility: 
Parkhurst, Stephen and Diane Parkhurst
Issue Date: 
2007
Abstract: 

This paper examines and documents sign language variation from eighteen locations throughout Spain by comparing wordlists in deaf communities. Other factors were also considered, such as language attitudes, in reaching our conclusions. From the research, we predict future trends regarding the continuing development of the language.

Extent: 
85 pages
Subject: 
Survey Report
Sign Language Survey
Language Surveys
Country: 
Spain
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