Today sign language has become one of the important parts in the world. If you have family and friends who are deaf then sign language is the best way to communicate with them. There are many schools and universities where we can learn sign language.
Sign language is not a universal language, as other languages. It changes with time and develops differently in different communities. There are 25 sign languages in Africa.
STEPS TO LEARN SIGN LANGUAGE: ~
* Long nails and excessive jewelry can be distracting while explaining, so people usually avoid them.
* While finger spelling the hand should always remain in place.
* If finger spelling words or entire sentences, there should be very brief pause between terms.
MISTAKES MADE BY THE FINGER SPELLER
Letters
o Palm should always be facing the viewer, it is an important exception.
o The hand should be in a neutral position.
Rhythm, speed and movement
o In finger spelling the hand should be at the height of the shoulder.
o Bouncing the letters makes your spelling hard to understand.
o Your hand should always be at the same position, only the hand shape should change.
o Do not at all concentrate on the speed.
Try making the sign language easy to read and understand for the viewer. Don’t make it too complicated for them. It is always easy and fun to learn sign language.
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