
This pre-test discussion debunks myths about American Sign Language and deaf culture, clarifying that ASL is not universal, has its own grammar, and emphasizes respectful engagement and eye contact.
Master the American Sign Language manual alphabet, establishing comfortable hand positions and eye contact while forming letters A–Z, with practice spelling your name and reading signs from multiple angles.
Learn to sign numbers 1–10 using one hand, with emphasis on 3, 6–9, and proper palm orientation, plus practice in the mirror to refine signs.
Practice greetings and introductions in a two-person sign dialogue, focusing on grammar and facial expressions. Explore roll shifting, practice both sides, switch sides, and go slow at first.
Learn how to get a deaf person's attention in deaf culture using hand waving, shoulder taps, table smack, and vibrations, including intermediaries to engage someone across a room.
In ASL Basics you will learn the foundation to begin your journey into the Deaf World and American Sign Language. This is an introductory course designed to get you started on the right foot... or hand so to speak. Every lesson is presented in a video with practice lessons to help you review everything you've learned. The program is designed to teach you new material while continuing to review material you've already learned. This is a great first step to learning ASL .