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Record 1 2020-10-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Nonverbal Communication (Psychology)
  • Technical Aids for Persons with Disabilities
  • Indigenous Peoples
CONT

It is known to various First Nations that typically inhabited the Prairies, including the Cree, Dakota and Siksika. PSL was not necessarily for the Deaf alone; people with full hearing capabilities also used the language to visually narrate their discussions.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Communication non verbale (Psychologie)
  • Aides techniques pour personnes handicapées
  • Peuples Autochtones

Spanish

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