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American Sign Language (ASL):
Articles and resources featuring ASL from a Deaf perspective.
Learn how ASL is used, who uses it and its role in Deaf Culture.
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ASL storytelling has long been an important part of Deaf culture. Like other cultural and linguistic communities, Deaf people pass down stories, humor, and shared experiences from one generation to another. These stories are often referred to as Deaf folklore–and…
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If there is one area of learning ASL that trips people up more than any other, it’s fingerspelling. Fingerspelling in ASL is the use of the manual alphabet to spell out words letter by letter. It’s used for proper names,…
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If you are an ASL student, you know that fingerspelling is one thing, but being able to understand someone else’s fingerspelling is quite another. Perhaps you’ve had this experience: A Deaf person fingerspells something and you catch the first letter…..
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You’ve probably seen it, or maybe even tried it yourself. Someone is talking in English while signing in ASL at the same time, thinking they’re making communication more accessible. It’s called Simultaneous Communication (SimCom). And while it might seem helpful…
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American Sign Language (ASL) is a complete, complex visual language with its own unique grammar and syntax. It is primarily used within the U.S. Deaf community and in parts of Canada. Contrary to some media depictions, ASL is not “English…
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If you’re learning American Sign Language (ASL) and exploring Deaf culture, Instagram is full of inspiring, educational, and engaging ASL creators. Bite-sized posts that can give you practice, inspiration, or even food for thought—all in ASL. It’s a perfect way…
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Many people assume there is only one type of sign language used in the United States. In reality, several different signing systems exist. The three most commonly discussed are American Sign Language (ASL), Pidgin Signed English (PSE), and Signed Exact…
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Looking for the best ASL websites for kids? Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or just getting started with sign language, there are several online resources designed specifically for children. These sites make learning ASL fun, visual, and accessible. If you’ve…
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There’s a ton of places to learn ASL online. If you’ve ever wanted to learn American Sign Language, there’s never been a better time. But which are the best? When I set out to list the best places to learn…
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