[Teaching sign language to the families of the deaf: focusing the learning process]. / Ensino de língua de sinais a familiares de surdos: enfocando a aprendizagem.

BACKGROUND: 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. AIM: To analyze methodological aspects of the teaching-learning process of Sign Language to family groups. METHOD: Transcription and analysis of video recordings were made. RESULTS: The practice of teaching of the deaf teacher modifies itself during the research period and his attitude influences the way by which parents participate. CONCLUSION: 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.