Have you ever learnt sign language and why?

Question

I learnt Auslan as an extra job skill and it took me to a whole new world. What is your experience?

Answer 1

I began learning American Sign Language my sophomore year in high school. My friend was having a surgery that would either fix his hearing, or make him deaf. It was a wonderful experience, learning the language. Now I use some simple baby signs with my toddler, and it has helped us communicate better.

Answer 2

We were taught the alphabet in elementary school. Then in high school the vocal director had some of us sign the words to a song while the choir sang it to the audience. I still remember most words I learned. So I'm not proficient at all, but still do a sign or two to my huband, who has no idea what I'm talking about!

Answer 3

I had to learn the alphabet in sign language when i was about 12 at St Johns Ambulance.
I can still remember it now and i am glad, dont get to use it often though.

Answer 4

I know a little sign language because my husband and I wanted a non verbal way to speak to each other.

Answer 5

I have a cousin and her husband who are both profoundly deaf. One of their children is as well. So I learned Amslan to communicate with them.