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LSE-Sign: A lexical database for Spanish Sign Language
Eva Gutierrez-Sigut1, Brendan Costello2, Cristina Baus3
1Deafness, Cognition and Language Research Centre, University College London, London, UK.
The LSE-Sign database offers a free, searchable collection of Spanish Sign Language (LSE) signs and nonsigns for research. It provides detailed linguistic and articulatory information to aid experimental design.
Area of Science:
- Linguistics
- Psychology
- Computer Science
Background:
- Spanish Sign Language (LSE) research requires standardized stimulus materials.
- Existing resources may lack comprehensive coding or accessibility.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce the LSE-Sign database, a free online tool for selecting LSE stimulus materials.
- To provide researchers with a flexible and detailed resource for experimental design in LSE.
Main Methods:
- The LSE-Sign database was developed using a standardized LSE dictionary.
- It includes 2,400 individual signs and 2,700 nonsigns.
- Entries are coded for grammatical, phonological, and articulatory features (handshape, location, movement, non-manual elements).
Main Results:
- The database offers a comprehensive collection of LSE signs and nonsigns.
- A flexible, graphically based search facility allows for detailed query options.
- Results can be displayed in various ways to suit research needs.
Conclusions:
- LSE-Sign serves as a valuable, free resource for researchers studying Spanish Sign Language.
- The database facilitates the selection of stimulus materials for experimental research.
- Its detailed coding and flexible search enhance the efficiency of LSE research.
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