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What is Mexican Sign Language? Lengua de Señas Mexicana (LSM)

signlanguage.blog29 December 202329 December 2023

Deep within the tapestry of Mexico, where ancient rhythms interweave with modern melodies, another language pulsates with life. This is Lengua de Señas Mexicana (LSM), the silent symphony of gestures...

Why American Schools Need ASL Final Exams for Deaf Students

signlanguage.blog22 December 202322 December 2023

For most American high schoolers, final exams are stressful enough. Cramming for tests, battling nerves, and hoping for the best are universal experiences. But imagine facing these hurdles with an...

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Beyond Whispers and Shouts: The Vibrant World of Hard of Hearing

signlanguage.blog20 December 202320 December 2023

In the intricate tapestry of human experience, where senses paint our perception of the world, hearing occupies a central space. Yet, for one in five people globally, this world resonates...

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What sign language is used in Bangladesh? Bangla Sign Language (BdSL)

signlanguage.blog17 December 202317 December 2023

Deep within the bustling tapestry of Bangladesh, whispers and gestures weave a different kind of magic. This is the captivating realm of Bangla Sign Language (BdSL), the silent voice of...

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How do you know what level your Sign Language is? Fluent?

signlanguage.blog17 December 202317 December 2023

For decades, the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) has served as a standardized roadmap for measuring language proficiency in spoken languages. But what about sign languages, those...

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Margot Robbie using Sign Language on the red carpet

signlanguage.blog17 December 202317 December 2023

The dazzling world of red carpets often revolves around fashion, glamour, and the next big headline. But recently, amidst the flashing lights and clicking cameras, Margot Robbie did something unexpected...

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Sign, Sing, Learn! Exploring the Joy of Auslan with Sally and Possum

signlanguage.blog17 December 202317 December 2023

Sign, Sing, Learn! Exploring the Joy of Auslan with Sally and Possum In the bustling world of children's television, a unique show shines brightly, beckoning little learners with colorful handshapes...

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Auslan Alphabet Poster and some common Signs

signlanguage.blog17 December 202317 December 2023

Auslan, or Australian Sign Language, is the primary language used by the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community in Australia. It's a beautiful and expressive language, distinct from spoken English, that utilizes...

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Lights, Camera, Captions: How Deaf Movie Lovers Experience the Big Screen

signlanguage.blog14 December 202314 December 2023

How do Deaf people watch movies at a cinema?For many, the magic of movies and TV shows unfolds through sound, with dialogue weaving the narrative and music setting the mood....

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Mythbusting Deafness: Shattering the Whispers of Misinformation

signlanguage.blog14 December 202314 December 2023

Deafness. It's a term often shrouded in misunderstanding, its silence misinterpreted by a world built around sound. But being deaf isn't simply an absence of hearing; it's a vibrant existence...