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Would you like to know the basics of American Sign Language? Learn how to do sign language related to letters, number, greetings and essential expressions in this free education video series.
There are 11 videos in this series:
American Sign Language is only used in the United States. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
In ASL, the face and hands cooperate to communicate meaning. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
You won't get very far with ASL until you know the alphabet. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
Always start with the pinky touching your thumb for ASL numbers. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
To get started talking to a deaf person, you will need to know how to introduce yourself in ASL. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
Who, what, where, when, why. You can go a long way with the 5 W's in ASL. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
Common phrases such as "Hello" and "What's up" are important in any language. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
A deaf individual will want to know whether you are deaf or hearing when they are conversing with you. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
You don't want to spell out a name every time. ASL uses sign names to solve this problem. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
Anyone you meet will eventually ask you where you're from. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
Etiquette is important in every culture. You want to be perceived as sensitive no matter who you're talking to. Learn the basics of American Sign Language in this free education video.
Sign language, an often overlooked language, is incredibly beneficial to know and fun to learn. American sign language is very easy to learn for native English speakers and requires only a modicum of dedication, but the benefits of knowing sign language are immense. Imagine being able to communicate with someone who is often ignored because they cannot hear or speak the same language as those around them. Those who are hearing impaired deal with this on a daily basis. Imagine what an impact it could make their lives to have one more person connect with them by speaking their language. Most likely that would come naturally for you if you only knew how to sign. Well if you would like to learn, you can get some basic lessons from our sign language expert.
Would you like to know the basics of American Sign Language? In this free video series, you will learn the signs you will need to do just that. Learn signs for the alphabet and numbers. Learn signs for introductions and greetings. You will also know how to ask basic questions. Finally, find out signs related to essential expressions and names.
Rachel Berman Rachel Berman is a deaf graduate student at Gallaudet University studying audiology. Besides audiology, she is very interested in researching different ways people develop language and communicate.dkdk
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