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Learning American Sign Language

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  1. Why are you learning ASL?

    Why did you decide to learn Sign Language?  Share your ASL story with the community.

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  2. What is the ASL sign for:

    Ask the community how to sign a certain word or to translate a sign that you have seen but do not know the meaning for.

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  3. ASL Songs, Stories, & Poems

    Share songs, stories, & poems in American Sign Language.

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  4. ASL Practice Zone

    Practice your ASL signing skills here with a short description or story and let other people give you feedback.

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  5. Courses & Classes

    Share tips, information, and stories about your experiences of learning sign language.

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  6. ASL in Schools

    Discuss your thoughts and ideas for learning and using American Sign Language in schools.

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  • Posts

    • MaxJohnson
      Why am I learning ASL

      By MaxJohnson · Posted

      That’s a great reason to start learning ASL. Having a practice partner would definitely help, especially with getting more comfortable with reading signs and keeping up with a real conversation. It’s also nice that you want to learn because you’ve had situations where communication was difficult. Just keep practicing and don’t worry about being perfect at the beginning—everyone starts somewhere. spin mama 
    • ecreasepenitent
      Support Our ASL Project

      By ecreasepenitent · Posted

      You might see a familiar pattern and immediately think you know the answer. Your brain naturally wants to complete the word as quickly as possible. However, tha t first idea isn’t always  dordle correct.
    • tanneredward315
      Security Communication with Deaf Visitors

      By tanneredward315 · Posted

      Security staff should be prepared to communicate with deaf and hard of hearing visitors in a clear and respectful way. Simple gestures, written instructions, visual signs, and mobile phones can all help when spoken communication is not effective. Improve Event Safety At busy venues, communication becomes even more important. Teams providing Crowd Management Services should make sure safety instructions, evacuation routes, entry rules, and emergency information are accessible to everyone. Staff should know how to gain attention politely and avoid creating confusion during stressful situations. Train Security Teams Basic deaf awareness training can make a real difference. Security officers should remain patient, maintain eye contact, and use clear visual cues when needed. Build a More Inclusive Environment Good communication improves both safety and visitor experience. By planning for different communication needs, security teams can create safer, more welcoming environments for everyone.
    • odokonyero
      Emma

      By odokonyero · Posted

       
    • JenniferWSolem
      Introduction

      By JenniferWSolem · Posted

      Thank you for sharing it! Great!

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