learn sign language

How I did it: I took a sign language 1 course at a local college. It was a big commitment - 8 hours a week - but I really learned a lot and met lots of nice people. Read how I did it…

How I did it: I knew some letters since school and learned all alphabet when last year got a deaf-mute classmate  (actually i really respect people who can speak without speaking, and language of gestures always intrigued me). But during one year studies he came maybe around 10 times only and actually i was too shy to try to comunicate in his language. Then just before ending my studies i noticed invitation to two free sign language… Read how I did it…

How I did it: I took a couple of semesters of ASL in college.  The courses were taught by a hearing person but there was no doubt that she was well versed in the language and values of Deaf culture.  I have forgotten most of the vocabulary since then, as I had rare occasions to sign, but I retained the cultural values, some grammer, and a few basic signs.  I can fingerspell decently, so I can communicate in a pinch, though I've never yet… Read how I did it…

How I did it: It has been hard to learn since my opportunities to practice have been limited but i practice using videos and sites every day and practice with my mom who speaks a bit every day and i have a very large vocabulary and can understand and sign with a large vocabulary. I do need to work on my fluency but am doing well =) Read how I did it…

How I did it: I met a girl who seemed super nice but was deaf, so we had a tough time communicating. Shortly thereafter, my church started an ASL Basics course, and I signed up. The rest, as they say, is history. Read how I did it…