I checked online,and I can’t seem to find a single place, except online sites and videos. I have reviewed them all, and would like to learn more sign language. I live in New Jersey and my local community college does not offer a course in sign. Any suggestions?
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go to the library and get the book
learn on the internet like youtube
Volunteer at a school for deaf/hearing impaired in addition to the cd.
I would find someone who is deaf and learn from them – any language you learn most by actually using it.
Internet is an easy place to learn.
Hey! look for a book like american Sign Language for dummies or something…then after the book if you still want then go to the next level
“The book” can have some confusing diagrams, you want to learn ASL correctly. I KNOW there’s gotta be SOMEONE in your school that knows. Also, churches do alot of signing, try your church, if you go. Good Luck!!
Why don’t you check in the nearest bookstore or the public libraries?
I think that’s where you can make some self study.
Also, you can check for some sign teachers online who are willing to give online tutions free or at low cost.
Try searching something like “sign language instruction nj” – community colleges aren’t the only places that offer courses.
Check the Yellow Pages -seriously. Here there’s a category of Deaf Services.
Check with your local library to see if they have any videos/DVDs on sign language.
If there is a school for the deaf nearby, see if they offer community classes.
Contact the courts or special ed department of the local school system to see if there is a sign language interpreter. If so, either see if the interpreter is willing to tutor you (for a fee) or offer suggestions on other local resources.
I’ve been able to find some great books on signing at bigger bookstores. You might be able to special order them at smaller bookstores or online.
Churches also may have a deaf interpreter for services.
For any others reading this and interested in learning, here’s some of the online dictionaries and courses:
http://www.lifeprint.com
http://www.aslpro.com
commtechlab.msu.edu/sites/aslweb/browser.htm
http://www.handspeak.com
http://www.masterstech-home.com/aSLDict.html