Epworth to offer American Sign Language class

Epworth to offer American Sign Language class Epworth United Methodist Church in Rehoboth Beach will offer an American Sign Language class from 6 to 8 p.m., beginning Tuesday, April 13, for a six-week session meeting Tuesday and Thursday evenings. The cost will be $50, paid at the first session; the instructor will be Susan Morriset. […]

Do you know of any good video programs that teach american sign language?

Do you know of any good video programs that teach american sign language? I can’t learn sign by reading a book on how to do it, I do better to actually see it done. I was going to take an ASL course at the local community college, but they don’t offer it anymore. Any ideas? […]

Baby Fingers: Teaching Babies To Speak Through Sign Language

Teaching babies sign language can help them to start speaking at an earlier age, according to ongoing research being conducted by Ohio State University and the University of California at Davis. Studies conducted at both universities also indicate that sign language can help babies develop stronger verbal skills in the long run. This has […]

Why Sign Language Interpreting is so Satisfying

A sign language is something which is used as a means of communication between people who are hard of hearing or deaf and cannot speak. They use hand signals, facial expressions, gestures, etc to effectively communicate with each other or with people of other nationalities or regions. Sometimes, people who are not disabled […]

Communicating With your Toddler Through Baby Sign Language

The early years of parenting are the most difficult and trickiest part in any parents’ life. It is the most important too, as the bonding that occurs between parent and child at these early stages play a crucial role in the relationship for years to follow. Understanding your infants’ needs can be most frustrating, […]

Autistic Language – Using Sign Language With an Autistic Child

Autistic Language In most recent times a growing interest has been directed to teaching sign jargon to autistic children who undergo failed to boost speech. Sign language is a gobbledygook that relies on movements of hands, arms or body and facial sayings in form to communicate. Autistic Language This is commonly used by deaf […]

What state certifications for sign language interpreters are recognized in Colorado?

I am currently a sign language interpreting student in Georgia, but will be moving to Colorado after graduation. In Georgia, aside from national RID/NAD certifiation, the only credential available to test for is the EIPA. Aside from national certification, what state tests are available for sign language interpreters in Colorado? .

How to find a sign language class in your area

Deciding on mastering the treasures of deaf culture is one of the most important decisions. Sign language stands alone as the fourth most frequently used language in the U.S. and many people decide on learning it for the benefit of knowledge or for communication purposes. No matter the reason, sign language classes can offer […]