Free online courseAmerican Sign Language

Course Description

Dive into the fascinating world of communication with the American Sign Language (ASL) course. This immersive course is perfect for kids and teens looking to learn a new language and enhance their communication skills. Spanning a total duration of 4 hours and 34 minutes, this comprehensive program is tailored to be both engaging and educational, establishing a foundation in ASL through a structured, step-by-step approach.

Beginning with an introductory segment, "Intro to ASL - American Sign Language for Kids!," this course sets the stage for an exciting journey into ASL. Young learners are guided through the basics in a manner that is fun and easy to grasp.

One of the initial modules, "Let's Learn the ASL Alphabet," helps kids get acquainted with the foundational elements of ASL. Learning the alphabet is essential as it allows students to spell out words they might not yet know signs for, paving the way for effective communication.

The course also delves into numbers, starting with "ASL: Numbers 0-10" and progressing through "ASL: Numbers 11-20 - Basic ASL Signs!" and "ASL: Numbers 21-100 - American Sign Language for Kids!" These sessions equip learners with the ability to express and understand numeric concepts in ASL.

Colorful and vibrant, the module "Help me learn the colors in ASL!" introduces students to the signs for various colors, adding a splash of fun to their learning experience. This is followed by an emotive module on "Emotions - American Sign Language for Kids!," teaching how to express feelings using ASL.

The course also places significant emphasis on familial relationships with "Family - Basic ASL Signs." Understanding and expressing who is part of one’s family is simplified through engaging and easy-to-remember signs.

Adding to the foundational knowledge, the course includes "Basic Signs: Part 1 - American Sign Language for Kids!" and "Basic Signs: Part 2 - Basic ASL Signs!" These modules introduce various everyday signs crucial for effective communication.

Animals are a favorite topic for many young learners, and the course doesn't disappoint, offering "Pets - American Sign Language for Kids!," "More Animals - American Sign Language for Kids!" and practice modules specifically designed to reinforce animal-related signs.

Understanding the days of the week becomes a breeze with "Days of the Week - American Sign Language for Kids!" and its companion module "Days of the Week: More Fun! - American Sign Language for Kids!" These sessions make learning time-related vocabulary both straightforward and enjoyable.

Additionally, participants can explore signs related to various activities and scheduling with modules like "Activities - American Sign Language for Kids!" and "Scheduling Activities: Practice! - American Sign Language for Kids!"

Food and sports enthusiasts will find specific segments tailored to their interests, including "Sports - American Sign Language for Kids!" and several modules focused on "Food and Beverages," ensuring a well-rounded learning experience.

The course concludes with a comprehensive review of everything learned, ensuring that students can confidently use their new ASL skills. Throughout the course, participants will also be introduced to various social and cultural aspects of deafness and interactions with the deaf community, making this course a holistic learning adventure.

Embark on this exciting journey with the American Sign Language course and open the door to a new, expressive world.