Sign language is a language you express by using your hands and face instead of spoken words. It’s most commonly used by people in the Deaf community. How many types of sign language are there? There ...

We all communicate through words, either by speaking or writing. Very rarely, we use nods, or some simple hand signs to communicate. Unfortunately, there are deaf people in the world who cannot hear ...

If we could teach American Sign Language to all students, including hearing students, from kindergarten to 12th grade, the benefits would be extraordinary. It would not only eradicate the biggest ...

American Sign Language (ASL), used by half a million Americans, is the fourth most studied foreign language at colleges and universities. Despite its critical role for those who can't use spoken ...

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NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Amanda Morris about how sign language evolves over time, the subject of her recent piece in The New York Times. In 2014, the Oxford English Dictionary, perhaps the most ...

An illustration of scientist signing the word science The American Sign Language sign for ‘science’ is two closed fists with thumbs angled down, and each hand moves in small circles in opposite ...

The first-ever American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English production of The Laramie Project produced by Deaf Austin Theatre (DAT) with a Deaf and Hearing Cast debuted at Ground Floor Theater to a ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — An Oregon cafe that takes orders in sign language has become a cherished space for the Deaf community, providing a unique gathering place as well as employment for those who are ...

American Sign Language The online American Sign Language (ASL) courses and certificates teach learners how to effectively communicate in ASL. Students in these courses also learn about the Deaf ...