Using American Sign Language (ASL) to talk when you’re Deaf or Hard of Hearing can be pretty tricky. The big challenge is getting everyone on board with using ASL. This matters a lot in families, when dealing with customer service, making friends, and especially in partnerships. You know how when […]
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Why learn ASL?
When I was just a few months old, my parents learned I was Deaf. When they were given the options to “remedy” my Deafness, they agreed to learn ASL because it is a language. Learning to speak, listen, and read lips is not an objective for children learning a language. […]
ASL 1.2 starts Sept 25 – Tacoma
This is continuation from the beginning class. Learning sign language is a great way to teach diversity awareness, cultural perspectives, and how to communicate when you meet a Deaf person. —If you’ve fallen out of practice, this class is a great way to get your hands back up and moving. […]
Beginning ASL class starts January 16 in Tacoma
Do you know someone who is Deaf and would like to communicate with them? Have you always wanted to learn Sign Language? Now is your chance! Beginning Sign Language Class This ASL class is for people with NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE using sign language. The course will cover American Sign Language […]
ASL 1.2 class starts November 5
ASL 1.2 This is continuation from the beginning class. Learning sign language is a great way to teach diversity awareness, cultural perspectives, and how to communicate when you meet a Deaf person. —If you’ve fallen out of practice, this class is a great way to get your hands back up […]
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