When you are beginning to learn ASL and meeting Deaf folks, it’s good practice to keep it visual. Try to avoid using English expressions. After you have mastered the basics of ASL you will better understand how to get more sophisticated with your signs. Let’s look at a few examples […]
adult lessons
Tips for a Deaf-friendly environment 🛋️
Have you ever wondered why friends or loved ones who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (HOH) zone out and disengage during conversations? The quality of the environment in a gathering room can either make or break a conversation with people who are Deaf and HOH. 💡 Here are a […]
How long does it take to learn ASL? 🧐
Learning any language with regular and consistent studying could take up to two years to become fluent. You could learn as quickly as a three months if you are completely immersed in an ASL space—it all depends on your dedication and goals. Want to speed up the learning process? 👉 […]
This holiday season give the gift of ASL 🎁
The holidays are here! A gift card for an ASL class at Visually Speaking is an excellent gift idea for the loved ones in your life who want to learn sign language or flex their ASL skills further. Better yet, gift yourself an ASL class and be an advocate […]
A note to parents of Deaf loved ones
We applaud you for seeking out resources to learn ASL. 👏👏👏 We want to Thank you for being here! Learning ASL should be a top priority for a strong bond with your child who is deaf or hard of hearing. 👩👩👧👦👨👨👦👩👦👦
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