If you’re a librarian hoping to better serve Deaf and hard of hearing patrons, the Survival ASL for Librarians Course is for you.
In 15 hours, you’ll be able to:
Fingerspell your name and unknown signs using the manual alphabet
Sign common library services like books, digital materials, and internet
Greet patrons and show them around the library
Communicate about finding, checking out, and returning materials
*If your library subscribes to Transparent Language Online, create an account via your library's website. Trial accounts end in 14 days (but will gladly be extended upon request.)
I liked the format with the different steps of learning: watch the signs, guess the signs, sign them and see how you did. I like the text description of how to make the signs with your hands, and the first time around being able to slow down to .75 speed was so helpful.
- Elyse Malnekoff, Comstock Township Library
I really enjoy the methods of learning. I don't do well just simply trying to memorize motions, so the format of watching/learning/writing/quizzing works very well for me.
- Ellie Chavez, Cedar Park Public Library