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Introduction to American Sign Language
Basics of Signing Through Guided, Interactive Sessions
Thursday, September 03
4:00pm - 5:00pm
African American Research Library and Cultural Center
Michael Bienes Seminar Room #2Join the Center for Hearing and Communication for a four-week American Sign Language learning program designed for beginners.
Learn the basics of American Sign Language (ASL) in a welcoming, interactive environment. This class focuses on building foundational vocabulary, developing everyday conversational skills, and communicating through ASL as a visual language. Through hands-on practice, immersive activities, and visual learning, you'll build confidence signing in everyday situations while gaining an appreciation for Deaf culture and the Deaf community. The program runs for four weeks on Thursdays, September 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2026.
Lessons will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Instructions on the ASL Alphabet and Numbers
- Greetings such as hello, goodbye, please, thank you, and more
- Family-related signs, including mother, father, brother, sister, etc.
- Practicing short dialogues with classmates
- Introducing yourself
- Understanding cultural norms within the Deaf community
A Service of Broward County Board of County Commissioners
AGE GROUP: | Teens | New Adults | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Workshop | Literacy/Learning Services | Class |
African American Research Library and Cultural Center
| Mon, Jul 13 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Jul 14 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Wed, Jul 15 | 10:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Jul 16 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Jul 17 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Jul 18 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Jul 19 | Closed |

