Learning Sign Language

When students wishing to learn a new language, especially from home, the question is "where to start?"

Oct 3, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

Most Sign Language Interpreter programs want students to already have a certain level of fluency prior to registering for interpreter training.

Jul 17, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

There are several websites dedicated to the Deaf community, keeping Deaf people informed and increasing involvement for Hearing people into the Deaf culture.

Jun 9, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

A shortage of qualified interpreters has left a wide open field of opportunity for the certified American Sign Language interpreter.

Jun 5, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

In March 2009, the Rwandan National Union of the Deaf presented the first dictionary of Rwandan Sign Language at their Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kigali.

May 18, 2009 - Marion Grace Woolley

Michelle J. (last name withheld to protect privacy) is the brains, face/hands and unending energy behind StartASL.com, one of the leading "learn ASL free online" sites.

Apr 21, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

There are many signs in ASL that are so close that they may be confusing. By grasping key differences, signing becomes more clear and easy to understand.

Apr 10, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

To become an American Sign Language interpreter, there's one distance learning program that offers a pre-service baccalaureate degree. Just one.

Mar 31, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

Sign Language interpreters or students can spend hours at a time in repetitive motions. As with typing, signing brings with it the risk of Repetitive Motion Injuries.

Mar 24, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

When using names, places or on those occasions when you can't find - or don't know - the right sign for the thought you want to convey, fingerspelling can bridge the gap.

Mar 20, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

There are three major forms of Sign Language currently used in the United States: American Sign Language, Signed Exact English, and Pidgin Signed English.

Mar 20, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

For learning American Sign Language at home, online seems to be the perfect fit, with live instructors, quick feedback, and in many cases - classes are free!

Mar 12, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan