Understanding Spatial Visualization in ASL

What is spatial visualization?

The ability to describe spatial relationships both receptively and expressively.

How does spatial visualization work?

By describing what you see as if walking through a space, using eye gaze, non-manual signals, and your own perspective.

What does spatial visualization do?

It helps create mental 3D images to understand ASL literature, directions, and complex thoughts.

What is the goal of spatial visualization?

To give enough detail so someone can imagine the scene like a virtual reality tour.

What is the key to spatial visualization?

Describe from your own perspective, as if you are inside the space.

What do all spatial visualizations start with?

The big picture or overall concept (e.g., 'house, two story').

Why wasn't there a sign for 'station' for many centuries?

Because its meaning is already included in other ASL signs.

In modern times, what was deafness considered to be?

A communication barrier that was pitied and mocked.

What has been done to sign language in modern times?

It has become more visible, appreciated, and accepted.

What brings the Deaf and hearing communities closer together?

Shared experiences in arts, theater, film, and mutual respect.

Not long ago, what did Deaf people avoid doing before 1968?

Signing in public because of stares and mockery.

Who portrayed characters that were Deaf?

Hearing actors, before Deaf actors were given roles.

Who was Audrey Norden?

The first Deaf actor to appear on television.

When would you use the classifier CL:5 (Claw Five)?

To show location or distance between buildings or places.

What is individualism?

A value where personal goals are more important than group goals.

What is collectivism?

A value where group harmony, unity, and cooperation are most important.

What is one way to sign the word 'money'?

Touch the Money Spot before or during the number sign.

What does the classifier CL: Bent V represent?

A person seated or riding inside a vehicle.

The classifier CL:V takes many forms related to a concept. When using the CL:V to sign about going from one mode of transportation to another, what word in English is this similar to?

The word 'then.'