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Introduction to American Sign Language

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    1. Intro to American Sign Language (ASL)
    A lesson with Rob Nielson
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    What is the difference between English and sign language? Rob Nielson compares ASL to written languages and explains why his lessons don’t involve speaking.

    Intro to American Sign Language (ASL)
    with Rob Nielson

    What is the difference between English and sign language? Rob Nielson compares ASL to written languages and explains why his lessons don’t involve speaking.

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    2. How to Sign the Alphabet in ASL
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    Want to learn American Sign Language, or ASL? Start with the basics of fingerspelling and learn the correct form for each letter of the alphabet.

    How to Sign the Alphabet in ASL
    with Rob Nielson

    Want to learn American Sign Language, or ASL? Start with the basics of fingerspelling and learn the correct form for each letter of the alphabet.

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    3. 3-Letter Word Fingerspelling Practice
    A lesson with Rob Nielson
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    Three-letter words are simple, right? Not if you’re learning ASL. Find out four essential fingerspelling strategies that’ll help you become fluent in signing.

    3-Letter Word Fingerspelling Practice
    with Rob Nielson

    Three-letter words are simple, right? Not if you’re learning ASL. Find out four essential fingerspelling strategies that’ll help you become fluent in signing.

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    4. How to Sign Colors in ASL
    A lesson with Rob Nielson
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    Want to learn more descriptive American Sign Language (ASL) signs? In this sign language lesson, learn 12 signs for basic colors, as well as comparison signs.

    How to Sign Colors in ASL
    with Rob Nielson

    Want to learn more descriptive American Sign Language (ASL) signs? In this sign language lesson, learn 12 signs for basic colors, as well as comparison signs.

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    5. How to Sign Greetings & Introductions
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    In this American Sign Language lesson with certified ASL teacher Rob Nielson, learn common ASL words and phrases for meeting, greetings, and salutations.

    How to Sign Greetings & Introductions
    with Rob Nielson

    In this American Sign Language lesson with certified ASL teacher Rob Nielson, learn common ASL words and phrases for meeting, greetings, and salutations.

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    Gab O
    Hello, are there closed captions?
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    Kelly T
    Thank you so much for taking the time to do these ASL lessons. I started learning ASL years ago when I was a kid at daycare and I would interpret for a friend I had there. Ever since, the passion to learn it has stayed with me, and I am now planning on becoming fluent. I hope you create more in depth complex lessons in the future. Thank you again!
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    Rob Nielson
    I'm glad you have a passion for ASL. So do I! *smile* I'll try to create more videos soon
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    Carolyn G
    I'm so lost
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    Lorraine K
    I haven't practiced the fingerspelling quiz in a few years, but it's slowly coming back to me
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    Lorraine K
    HI Rob, about 5 years ago, I used to watch your videos, I think on YouTube. I haven't kept up with the fingerspelling so had trouble getting the 3-letter words. Just goes to show, " use it or lose it". I'm going to start practicing again. Also am wondering if there is going to be an expanded or more advanced course, not that I'm ready for that yet, but I do remember there was also a 4-letter word practice. Lorraine K
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