The course is divided into two main sections:
Section 1: Introduction to Sign Language-
In this section, you will be introduced to the foundational concepts of sign language.
Terms such as Sign Language, Fingerspelling, Sign System, Symbol System, Cued Speech, Speech Reading, and Augmentative and alternative communication will be discussed.
A summary of the evolution of sign language is also included.
Understanding these fundamentals is crucial as they provide the foundation for developing your ISL skills.
The course is divided into two main sections:
Section 1: Introduction to Sign Language-
In this section, you will be introduced to the foundational concepts of sign language.
Terms such as Sign Language, Fingerspelling, Sign System, Symbol System, Cued Speech, Speech Reading, and Augmentative and alternative communication will be discussed.
A summary of the evolution of sign language is also included.
Understanding these fundamentals is crucial as they provide the foundation for developing your ISL skills.
You will also learn about the correlation between sign language and sign systems.
Section 2: Indian Sign Language Vocabulary -
Building on the foundation established in Section 1, this section explores the extensive vocabulary of ISL.
You will learn signs for a wide range of words and phrases, organized to make learning easier and more systematic.
Signs have been categorized into the following: Alphabets, Numbers, Days of the week, Months of the year, Greetings and etiquette, Family and social relationships, Colours, Emotions, traits, and actions, Pronouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Daily activities, Transportation, Food items, Time and frequency, Education related terms, Antonyms (opposites).
The course contains signs for more than 500 words...
Learning ISL offers numerous benefits, both personally and professionally.
By learning ISL, you develop a new mode of communication, enhancing your overall communication skills.
Teachers and educators who learn ISL can better support deaf students, creating an inclusive learning environment and improving educational outcomes for deaf children.
Acquiring knowledge of ISL has the potential to unlock new career prospects. Employers greatly appreciate individuals who communicate effectively with a diverse workforce, including deaf colleagues and clients.
Acquiring proficiency in ISL can undeniably elevate your value as an asset within any organization.
Hello, Good Morning, Good afternoon, Good evening, Good night, Thank you, Welcome, Sorry, Please, See you again, See you tomorrow, See you later
Mother, Father, Parents, Baby, Son, Daughter, Brother, Sister, Grandfather, Grandmother, Uncle, Aunt, Boy, Girl, Children, Man, Woman, Relative, Cousin, Father in law, Mother in law, Brother in law, Sister in law, Person, Neighbour, People, Grandson, Granddaughter, Family, Wedding/ Marriage, Husband, Wife, Friend, Group, Name, Surname, Address, Birth, Twins, Engagement, Enemy
Colours, White, Black, Blue, Orange, Green, Yellow, Red, Pink, Silver, Golden, Grey, Brown, Purple, Crayon, Paint, Paintbrush
Good, Bad, Angry, Kind, Happy, Sad, Proud, Confident, Patience, Lazy, Hope, Belief/ Believe, Faith, Trust, Guilty, Provoke, Insult, Cheat (exam), Fake, Lie (telling lies), Problem, Stubborn, Jealous, Selfish, Dangerous, Share, Naughty, Behaviour, Personality (nature), Busy, Feeling/Feel
Argue/Quarrel, Avoid, Compare, Regret, Accuse, Blame, Advise, Defend (protect), Enjoy, Escape, Pretend, Promise, Interfere, Admire/ Commend, Praise/ Clap, Encourage, Smile, Calm, Scold, Gossip, Suspect, Fight, Ignore, Confuse (worry), Nervous, Spendthrift, Responsible (duty), Stress, Instigate,
I/ Me/ My, Pronoun, Myself, You, Yourself, Your, He/Him, His, Himself, She/Her, Hers, Herself, It, Its, Itself, We, Us, Our, Ourselves, They/Them, Their, Themselves, These, Those, This, That, We'll
Give, Take, Bring, Call, Do, Find, Keep, Want, Need. Change, Finish, Continue, Move, Meet, Borrow, Lend, Put, Hold, Join, Search, Visit, Spend (money & time), Turn, Complain, Doubt
Tall, Short, Long, Active, Famous, Honest, Perfect, Pure, Real, Fast/Quick, Slow, Safe, Careless, Bright, Dark, Expensive, Cheap, Alone, Comfortable, Different, Same, Flexible, Special, Hungry, Uncomfortable, Thirsty
Eat/ Eating, Drink/ Drinking, Sleep/ Sleeping, Walk/ Walking, Run/ Running, Talk/ Talking, Speak/ Speaking, Listen/Hear, See/ Seeing, Watch/ Watching, Breathe/ Breathing, Sit/ Sitting, Stand/ Standing, Work/ Working, Think/ Thinking, Decide/ Deciding, Rest/ Resting, Laugh/ Laughing, Cry/ Crying, Shout/ Shouting, Touch/ Touching, Swim/ Swimming, Drive/ Driving, Jump/ Jumping, Write/ Writing, Read/ Reading, Cook/Cooking
Welcome (Invite), Happy Birthday, Well done, How are you?, I am fine, Nice/Happy to meet you, Nice to see you, Good to see you again, Take care, Have a good day, Excuse me, Congratulations, Help, Same to you, Yes, No, Mistake, God bless you, Good Luck
Bus, Taxi, Train, Car, Scooter/Bike, Cycle, Auto-rickshaw, Airport, Railway Station, Ticket, Pass (ticket), Reservation, Driver, Vehicle, Road, Footpath, Traffic, Bus conductor, Truck, Van, Boat, Ship, Engine, Helicopter, Trip (tour), Traffic Lights, Accident, Aeroplane, Car Parking, Drivers' license, Metro
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Idli, Vada, Dosa, Chapati/ Roti, Poori/ Luchi/ Bhatura, Curry, Pickle, Curd, Meat, Chicken, Chicken Meat, Mutton, Mutton (Goat) Meat, Bread, Jam, Butter, Biscuit, Cake, Ice cream, Milk, Coffee, Tea, Juice, Rice, Ketchup, Fish, Food, Salt, Sugar, Pepper, Cheese, Sandwich
Again/ Repeat, Always, Often, Sometimes, Rarely, Almost, Never, Until, Urgent, Time, Hour, Minutes, Seconds, Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Night, Now, Today, Yesterday, Tomorrow, Before, After, Punctual, Late, Deadline, Later, Early
School, College, University, Teacher, Student, Classroom, Library, Test, Result, Certificate, Degree (certificate), Principal, Learn, Understand, Class/ Grade/ Standard, Topic, Assignment, Percentage, Professor, Teach, Information, Knowledge, Important, Education, Book, Study, Know, Communicate, Word, Sentence, Story
Accept / Refuse, Confirm/ Deny, Approve/ Reject, Agree / Disagree, Appear / Disappear, Increase / Decrease and Reduce, Like / Dislike, Love / Hate, Pass / Fail, Close / Open, Pull / Push, Repair / Break, Collect / Distribute
Question / Answer, Right (Correct) / Wrong (Incorrect), Show / Hide, Go / Come, Start (begin) / Stop, Intelligent / Foolish, Brave (Bold) / Afraid, Boring/ Interesting, Permanent/ Temporary, Young / Old, Beautiful / Ugly, Big / Small, Remember / Forget
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