Learn Indian Sign Language Vocabulary and Key Concepts

Build a Strong Foundation in Indian Sign Language with Core Words and Concepts


What you'll learn
Important terms such as Sign language, Finger spelling, Sign system, Speech reading, Cued Speech, Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
Indian signs for alphabets, numbers, days and months, greetings and etiquette, colours, family and social relationships, emotions, behaviour and action words
Indian signs for pronouns, daily activities, education related words, food items, verbs, adjectives, transportation, time and frequency, antonyms
Sign language vs Sign system (interrelation and difference), Evolution of Sign Language and Indian Sign language

Requirements
No prior experience needed.

Description
The course is divided into two main sections:
Section 1: Introduction to Sign Language-
In this section, you will be introduced to the foundational concepts of sign language.
Terms such as Sign Language, Fingerspelling, Sign System, Symbol System, Cued Speech, Speech Reading, and Augmentative and alternative communication will be discussed.
A summary of the evolution of sign language is also included.
Understanding these fundamentals is crucial as they provide the foundation for developing your ISL skills.
You will also learn about the correlation between sign language and sign systems.
Section 2: Indian Sign Language Vocabulary -
Building on the foundation established in Section 1, this section explores the extensive vocabulary of ISL.
You will learn signs for a wide range of words and phrases, organized to make learning easier and more systematic.
Signs have been categorized into the following: Alphabets, Numbers, Days of the week, Months of the year, Greetings and etiquette, Family and social relationships, Colours, Emotions, traits, and actions, Pronouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Daily activities, Transportation, Food items, Time and frequency, Education related terms, Antonyms (opposites).
The course contains signs for more than 500 words…
Learning ISL offers numerous benefits, both personally and professionally.
By learning ISL, you develop a new mode of communication, enhancing your overall communication skills.
Teachers and educators who learn ISL can better support deaf students, creating an inclusive learning environment and improving educational outcomes for deaf children.
Acquiring knowledge of ISL has the potential to unlock new career prospects. Employers greatly appreciate individuals who communicate effectively with a diverse workforce, including deaf colleagues and clients.
Acquiring proficiency in ISL can undeniably elevate your value as an asset within any organization.
Who this course is for:
Anyone who is interested in learning Indian sign language.
Anyone who is interested in enhancing their skills for career development.

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