Learn ASL

 A popular comment I hear when I’m out interpreting is, “I’ve always wanted to learn ASL,” which is always quickly followed by “how did you learn to sign?” On this page you will find a list of starter resources you can use to begin learning ASL. The best teacher will always be the Deaf community so you can think of these resources as supplementary “kickstarters.” Good luck on your journey!

  • Online Lessons, Vocabulary & In-Person Courses

    ASL CONNECT BY GALLAUDET UNIVERSITY

    • Basic ASL Vocabulary

    • Free Online Interactive Lessons

    • ASL Courses (for credit)

    • ASL Summer Residency Program

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  • Video Lessons & ASL Dictionary

    LIFEPRINT.COM

    American Sign Language University is resource site for ASL students and teachers. Here you will find information and resources to help you learn ASL and improve your signing.

    • Video Lessons (varying topics)

    • ASL Dictionary

    • Print-outs

    • Beginner - Intermediate Resources

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  • ASL Dictionary

    HANDSPEAK.COM

    Sign language resources for language+culture enthusiasts, ASL students and learners, instructors and teachers, interpreters, homeschoolers, parents and professionals for practice or self-study.

    • ASL Dictionary (Word to Sign)

    • Reverse Dictionary (Sign to Word)

    • Fingerspelling Resources

    • Deaf Culture Resources

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  • Fingerspelling Tool

    ASL.MS BY ASLU

    See if your fingerspelling reception of words and numbers is accurate. Adjust speed and length of word to your level.

    • Fingerspelling Reception Practice

    • By the Deaf Professor of Lifeprint.com

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  • Videos for Study

    OICMOVIES.COM

    OIC Movies is a terrific way to study your ASL. With a variety of native deaf signers and over 2,000 videos in American Sign Language, captioned in English, it's the perfect place for practice.

    • ASL Videos for Receptive Practice

    • Captioned Videos

    • Subscription Options

    • Native Deaf Signers

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  • Real-Time ASL Practice

    ASL CHAT WITH MORR INTERPRETING, LLC

    • Virtual ASL Conversations via Zoom

    • Chat with others learning ASL

    • Beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels

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Additional Online Resources