[Teaching sign language to the families of the deaf: focusing the learning process]

According to bilingual education, only through sign language will deaf children attain linguistic and cognitive development, enabling them to learn a second language--spoken or written. However, it is also necessary for families to learn sign language in order to have a more efficient communication.

To analyze methodological aspects of the teaching-learning process of Sign Language to family groups.

Transcription and analysis of video recordings were made.

The practice of teaching of the deaf teacher modifies itself during the research period and his attitude influences the way by which parents participate.

The teaching methodology used by the deaf teacher interferes significantly in the motivation/participation of parents, followed by the acceptance of deafness and sign language.