Washoe and the family teach Loulis to use sign language

This video segment explores the use and production of Loulis, the only non-human primate to learn a human language in the way that human children most typically do: from his mother. Further, the work of R. Allen and Beatrix T. Gardner continued with several other young chimpanzees that became Loulis adopted older siblings (Moja, Tatu, & Dar) and who helped Loulis to develop his use of American Sign Language within the social milieu.

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[J. Patrick Malone]

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[moniker127]

Brings back a lot of memories. My mom is a psychology major, got her degree at CWU in the 90s. I remember going into the compound as a kid with my mom and Dr. Fouts.

[AzeriZ1]

I was extremely fortunate to work with Washoe, Loulis, Dar and Tatu back in 2002 as a volunteer through Earthwatch for the "Caring for Chimpanzees" project. This project centered around paper object enrichment. While we were never allowed to touch the chimpanzees (very stringent rules for safety reasons), we were allowed to observe them daily and record their activities. So many wonderful moments! One of the best experiences of my life. Thank you CHCI! Hug/Love to the chimps!

[thedeeliciousplum]

Thank you so much for sharing about vid.

[Steven Dorfman]

Where is Cesar? I WANT CESAR

[notrickroll]

now teach em british sign language :P

[MARK TWAIN]

is it necessary to keep them locked up liek that?

[deafornot7]

A person who embraces ASL as their primary language will be considered a

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[Beenyad]

Teach apes sign language, release them into the wild. Watch civilization unfold.

[Kris Cliff]

I've recently read Next of Kin for the primate class taught by Professor Lorraine McNeil at Fanshawe, and it was SUCH an amazing read. I have been obsessed with spreading the lessons of Washoe and her family.