Creator – Dr. Steven Surrency
CEUs – 0.05 PS CEUs (0.5 hours)
Learning Activity – Video
Language – Spoken English with Captions
This presentation introduces interpreters to the foundational concepts of phonology, the branch of linguistics that studies the sound systems of languages. The first part explores spoken language phonology. The second part transitions to sign language phonology, covering Stokoe’s system, the Hold-Movement theory, and how signs are analyzed within these frameworks. The presentation concludes with examples of phonological processes in ASL, highlighting the parallels and distinctions between spoken and signed language phonology.
Educational Objectives:
Participants will be able to
- Give examples of the difference between phonetics and phonology.
- Describe common phonological processes in English and their linguistic significance.
- Explain the components of sign language phonology, including Stokoe’s system and the Hold-Movement theory.
CEUs on the GO is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This PS program is offered for 0.05 CEUs at the “Little/None” Content Knowledge Level.
