ASL | The Manual Alphabet | American Sign Language

👍 This course is designed to INCLUDE complete beginners without any prior knowledge of ASL. Previous ASL skills are welcome but NOT required.

IN THIS COURSE, we’re going to focus on the most basic fundamental of American Sign Language (ASL): The manual alphabet. We'll learn each letter individually to ensure correct handshape and position. Then, we'll improve your abilities with LOTS of exercises.

IN THIS COURSE:

• Students will learn each individual letter at a slow pace to guarantee understanding
• Students will view all of the ABCs from multiple angles to ensure precise hand and finger positioning
• Students will participate in many exercises and activities to improve speed and fluency with the ASL alphabet
• Students will begin to learn basic fingerspelling skills and signing multiple letters at a time
• Students will be tested on their ability to sign, recognize, and understand all of the ASL letters

AFTER TAKING THIS COURSE:

• Students will be proficient in signing and recognizing all letters of the ASL alphabet
• Students will be confident using and understanding the ASL alphabet with other people
• Students will have forward momentum to improve their fingerspelling skills
• Students will have a strong foundation to continue studying more advanced sign language