The word manual means ‘relating to or done with the hands.’ From this we can surmise that manual forms of communication refer to communication done with and involving the hands. There is often confusion around the differences between Auslan and other manual forms of communication that may be seen, known, or used throughout Australia. Firstly, let’s look …
The number of well-intentioned parents and grandparents who come up to me and proudly tell me that they are learning sign language and using it with their children/grandchildren is very encouraging. Although, this excitement can often turn to dismay and concern when they proceed to proudly show me the ASL signs they’ve unwittingly been learning …
Oops! Common Mistakes With Sourcing Auslan Signs Read More »
(Note: While the term can be interchangeable – sign name or name sign, for the purpose of this blog, I will be using sign name). If you are familiar with Auslan and its Deaf community, you will know about or have heard about sign names. Sign names have a rich cultural heritage in Deaf communities all …
