Learning American Sign Language (ASL) is not only a way to break communication barriers, it is viewed as a respectful and worthwhile skill to have. Sign language is not universal, and different ...

Learning fingerspelling can be a good place to start with American Sign Language, and can be useful to study even if you aren't hearing-impaired. Shelby Brown (she/her/hers) is an editor for CNET's ...

Even if you've never thought about trying out another language in your life, you more than likely have at least a passing knowledge of Duolingo. Well-known for its outrageous branding and marketing ...

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 you’re interested in learning sign language, apps are an excellent way to start. They’re a convenient and affordable alternative to classes. Plus, you can use them anywhere at any time, whether you ...

Doug Wintemute is a staff writer for Forbes Advisor. After completing his master’s in English at York University, he began his writing career in the higher education space. Over the past decade, Doug ...

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On April 22, a free basic American Sign Language, or ASL, course will be offered at the Dededo Mayor’s Office. The classes — taught by ASL interpreters and deaf individuals — will be held from 9 to 11 ...

American Sign Language has been around since 1817, but plenty of parents and concerned citizens are still back in the Dark Ages when it comes to realizing just how valuable ASL can be for kids. And ...

More than 90 percent of deaf children in the U.S. are born to hearing parents. For them, the path forward can be difficult and also controversial. The advent of cochlear implant technology has the ...