ASDC Online Classes
Learn American Sign Language with ASDC
All of our online ASL classes are taught by professional ASL teachers. ASDC members enjoy discounts on all classes – see savings below. Email Cheri at Cheri@deafchildren.org for your discount code. Not a member? Click here to Join today!
ASDC classes are made possible by the generosity of our sponsors: National Technical Institute for the Deaf, Med-El, and Sorensen Relay.
Medical Signs
In this class you will learn essential signs for communicating about:
- medical appointments
- dentist appointment
- symptoms and feelings
- public health issues in the news
ASL Story Time
Johnny Jackson will present this classic children’s picture book by American author and illustrator Ezra Jack Keats. This timeless story features Peter, an African American boy, who explores his neighborhood after the season’s first snowfall. This Caldecott-winning story is the #1 book on the New York Public Library’s list of “Top Check Outs of All Time.” Watch the animated version to get ready for this event.
ASL Story Time is a fun family activity designed to strengthen literacy skills in both ASL and English.
Reunión del Grupo de Padres Latinos – Marzo
Únase al nuevo Grupo de Padres Latinos de ASDC
Este grupo se reunirá mensualmente. Las reuniones son gratuitas (solo regístrese a continuación) y se llevarán a cabo en español. Hablaremos sobre temas que son importantes para usted y su familia. Este grupo es solo para padres.
- Día: Miércoles, 17 de Marzo
- Hora: 8:00 – 9:00 pm hora del este
- Costo: este evento es gratis
¡Regístrese hoy para nuestra primera reunión! Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Yiesell Rayon al 909-325-5089 o en yiesell@deafchildren.org.
ASDC Webinar – Helping Your Deaf Child Become a Successful Reader
Have you ever wondered how you can get the most out reading with your deaf child?
In this online webinar with Dr. Richard Jeffries, the Director of the Outreach Programs at the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind, you’ll learn simple strategies that you can use to build your child’s confidence and foster a love of reading that will last a lifetime.
Beginning ASL
This exciting four-week class is for those who know very little or no American Sign Language. Learn fingerspelling, vocabulary, conversations and more. Class size is limited so you can get as much personalized instruction as possible. You will receive a link to a video to watch before each class. Don’t miss out – space is limited!
Date: TUESDAYS in May
Time: 9:00 – 10:30 PM Eastern
Instructor: Ursa Rewolinski
Platform: Zoom
Cost: $100 (ASDC members save $25)
Intermediate ASL
Do you already know a little American Sign Language and are ready to take your skills to the next level? This class is for YOU! Learn intermediate-level fingerspelling, vocabulary, conversations and more. Class size is limited so you can get as much personalized instruction as possible. You will receive a link to a video to watch before each class. Don’t miss out – space is limited!
Date: FRIDAYS in May
Time: 9:00 – 10:30 PM Eastern
Instructor: Edna Johnston
Platform: Zoom
Cost: $100 (ASDC members save $25)
Advanced ASL
Learn advanced ASL vocabulary, conversation skills, and more! This online class is perfect for those who know ASL well and are ready to move on to challenge themselves. This 4-week course will be taught by ASDC’s ASL instructor Richard Rose. No interpreter will be provided. You will receive a link to a video to view prior to the first class. Don’t miss out – space is limited!
Date: WEDNESDAYS in May
Time: 9:00 – 10:30 PM Eastern
Instructor: Richard Rose
Platform: Zoom
Cost: $100 (ASDC members save $25)
ASDC online classes are sponsored by:
More Resources from ASDC
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- ASL story videos
- Free downloads
- Online classes
ASL Stories Directory
We’ve made it easy for you to find hundreds of free videos of ASL retellings of your child’s favorite books. Search for stories by your child’s age or by the book’s title.
Practice ASL online!
Sign with a Deaf adult in real time and choose your conversation topics. Or your child can join “Friends Like Me” and chat with other deaf and hard of hearing children their age once a week. ASDC members get 5 FREE sessions (a $125 value). Not a member yet? Join ASDC.