Deaf culture art is a cultural art that reaches both positive and negative ends of the spectrum unlike any other. You can learn so much
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Ear anatomy is not as complex as you might think. There are only a few anatomical parts that make hearing possible. However, if there is
February 15, 2021
Shoshannah Stern is a well known deaf actress who is best known for her roles as Bonnie Richmond in Jericho, Holly Brodeen in Threat Matrix,
February 15, 2021
As you are learning sign language, you need to master the skill of American Sign Language fingerspelling (spelling out words by hand one letter at
July 14, 2023
Step 8 – Taming Stress Signing, like I said before, is great for preventing tantrums with your baby. Signing helps eliminate the frustration your child
July 19, 2023
We have searched for the best sign language books, checked them out, and read their reviews. All of the best sign language books we’ve found
February 15, 2021
Below is a high quality printable free basic sign language chart image and PDF. Download Our Free Basic Sign Language Chart PDF Keep in mind
July 14, 2023
Great Ideas for that Perfect Gift! There are so many great gifts available to give to a friend or relative who loves ASL! Check out
February 15, 2021
It’s not uncommon to see a dog leading and assisting a blind person. You have probably seen a few of those trained dogs during the
February 15, 2021
While a hearing test seems like a normal part of having a baby, it is also a source of oppression for many deaf people. In
February 15, 2021
In this unit sample of the free American Sign Language lessons, you will be learning how to interpret songs in ASL. Interpreting Music One of
July 17, 2023
The Truth Behind the Sign I read something incredibly amusing today about the “I Love You” sign language sign. I read the “article” on a
February 15, 2021
Step 2 – Getting Started The first thing you will do before you start teaching your infant sign language is pick the signs you are
July 14, 2023
Switched at Birth is a television show featured on ABC Family that has truly brought American Sign Language and Deaf Culture into the living rooms
July 7, 2021
Irish Sign Language (ISL) is the sign language used in Ireland (primarily in the Republic of Ireland). ISL is also used in Northern Ireland, but
February 15, 2021
An Interview with the Famous (Now Former) About.com Deafness Guide If you have ever researched deafness, deaf people, or sign language online, you have most
February 15, 2021
Japanese Sign Language (JSL) is the sign language used in Japan. Just like how Japanese is completely different from English, JSL is completely different from
February 15, 2021
American Sign Language is NOT a universal language. This is a very common myth that needs to be debunked. Just like the thousands of different
February 15, 2021
In this unit sample as you are learning sign language online free, you will learn about Deaf employment. Deaf Employment Presentation In the presentation below,
July 17, 2023
The question of who invented sign language has sparked much debate and has a vague answer. If you want to know who invented sign language, you
February 15, 2021
In this unit sample of our American Sign Language course, you will learn how to sign about science and religion. Conversation 4.4 Read this outline,
July 17, 2023
Using sign language flashcards is a great way to retain the ASL you’re learning when taking an ASL course. You can find our ASL Alphabet
February 15, 2021
Step 1 – Introduction Yes, you need to read an introduction before starting. This will just give you a background about why sign language for
July 14, 2023
There are many different American Sign Language symbols and letters that are used in a variety of ways. There are symbols used for writing ASL
February 15, 2021
While a complete ASL course is the best way to learn ASL, we have searched for all the best sign language videos if you wish
February 15, 2021
Signing songs for the deaf is a great way for students to learn a LOT of vocabulary and retain that vocabulary for a long time.
July 17, 2023
American Sign Language is a very expressive language. Songs in sign language are therefore equally expressive and many times are more expressive than their purely
February 20, 2023
Spanish Sign Language is the sign language used in Spain. Just like how Spanish is completely different from English, SSL is completely different from ASL.
February 15, 2021
Stockard Channing is a film, stage, and television actress who narrated the film Through Deaf Eyes. She is best known for her role as First
February 15, 2021
Swedish Sign Language (TSP) is the sign language used in Sweden. TSP did not stem from any other sign languages, but it did influence Finnish
February 15, 2021
When you are 9 years old, you don’t think about making history. Alice Cogswell made history at the age of 9 by sparking the beginning
February 15, 2021
If you are interested in purchasing American Sign Language software, please keep in mind that desktop software tends to be outdated and takes the form
July 21, 2023
American Sign Language (ASL) is the natural language of around 500,000 deaf people in the US and Canada. A “natural” language is a language that
February 15, 2021
Through Deaf Eyes is the most informational movie about Deaf people. Most hearing people are completely clueless when it comes to Deaf people, the Deaf community,
February 15, 2021
Step 10 – Your Growing Child When your child begins to speak, you may want to continue to teach your toddler sign language. If your
July 14, 2023
Back in the day, deaf people would drive all the way to their friends’ homes to talk to them. Then, the TTY was invented in
February 15, 2021
Auslan (Australian Sign Language) is a beautiful language. It is the sign language used in Australia and is related to British Sign Language (BSL) and New
February 15, 2021
Step 11 – Finding More Signers Getting connected with other parents who teach their babies sign language can truly be a great thing. Not only
July 14, 2023
At Start ASL, you can teach your baby sign language in 12 easy steps. Another great way to learn is to use highly recommended baby
February 15, 2021
Step 12 – Conclusion Many parents buy a baby sign language DVD or many books to learn what you have learned in these 12 steps.
February 15, 2021
Step 4 – When Things Don’t Go the Way You Planned You may encounter some friends or family that don’t believe in baby signing. Skeptical
July 14, 2023
Step 7 – Sign Combinations Babies will often start to combine vocal words (the baby talk begins!) as they progress in their learning. This is
July 14, 2023
British Sign Language is the sign language used in the United Kingdom (UK). One of the most notable features of BSL is their two-handed manual
February 15, 2021
Chinese Sign Language (CSL) has been developing mostly since the late 1950’s and its signs are like written Chinese characters. CSL has several dialects with
February 15, 2021
Lip-reading is rather unsuccessful (only an average of 20% understanding). Closed captioning, however, takes all the lip-reading out of watching television! You have probably watched
February 15, 2021
Step 5 – Caregivers Some parents who use baby sign language stay at home with their children while others leave for work. If you are
July 14, 2023
This article discusses a common Deaf cultural view of cochlear implants. Not everyone shares these views and this article is for educational purposes only. The
July 7, 2021
Many people wonder how deaf people are able to wake up if they can’t hear an alarm. However, with the advent of new technology for
February 15, 2021
When you are learning American Sign Language, it is important to get involved with the Deaf community. Many believe that learning ASL within the Deaf
February 15, 2021
Educating the deaf is a hot topic, and these books are indispensable! The education of the deaf has always been a hot topic in the
February 15, 2021
Deaf Culture
Here are some of the best deaf jokes we’ve heard over the years: The Motel A deaf couple check into a motel and go to
February 15, 2021
The Deaf Olympics, known as the Deaflympics, are international athletic competitions for the deaf. The Deaflympics started in Paris in 1924 and have had three
February 15, 2021
Great sign language products are hard to come by. There are tons of ASL books, software, and videos out there, but are they all really
February 15, 2021
Deaf Smith is famous for the important role he played in the Texas Revolution. Erastus “Deaf” Smith was born April 19, 1787 in Dutchess County,
February 15, 2021
Deaf people didn’t have many careers choices a few decades ago. They would usually find themselves working in trade jobs, non-profit work, or as teachers
February 15, 2021
Deaf Videophone Directory Deaf VP was a Deaf Videophone directory created by Sorenson. Videophones are telephones with a video screen. They enable deaf people to
February 15, 2021
Deanne Bray is a well known deaf actress who was probably the first deaf person Hollywood created an entire television show around. She is best
February 15, 2021
If you have ever wanted to read the true thoughts of a Deaf person who is a strong advocate for Deaf culture and is a
February 15, 2021
In this unit sample of our online sign language course, you will learn about how to sign about health and hearing loss. Conversation 4.2 Read
July 17, 2023
