Is there an advantage to learning ASL?

Learning sign language has a number of benefits that you probably have never thought of. read more

There is no advantage to learning any language unless you have someone you can speak it or write it with. With ASL, you will need a speaker, since a writer won't do. If you do find an ASL speaker (or more properly a signer) then you will find that there is a tremendous advantage to learning ASL. read more

5 Benefits of Learning Sign Language 1. Improves spelling – Research is showing that children who learn the basic sign language skills (such as American Sign Language – ASL) of signing the alphabet can have improved spelling skills. read more

Check out the Manual Alphabet which can be printed and placed in your employee break-room. If you’re looking to sign up for an ASL class, start at your local community college or deaf school. read more

With ASL, you will need a speaker, since a writer won't do. If you do find an ASL speaker (or more properly a signer) then you will find that there is a tremendous advantage to learning ASL. There are a large number of ASL signers in the U.S. and the ability to communicate between hearing and non-hearing persons will be a great benefit to both. read more

The benefits of learning sign language for the hearing population go beyond these 5 reasons. In 1989 the U.S. Supreme Court officially recognized ASL as a true language, and many schools and colleges are allowing credits for this as a study in foreign language. read more