What are the different types of Deaf languages?
Common Sign Language Terms and Meanings ASL – AMSLAN American Sign Language: Native language of the Deaf. Originated in France and was brought to the United States by Thomas Gallaudet and a French Teacher by the name of Clerc. The language is not written or spoken and is only signed. Mouthing the words while a person is signing is not part of the language. Core meaning is considered more important than proper sentence structure. Signed English A teaching style used primarily in educational settings by Hearing Instructors that has a strong structure of English word format and context. Uses many mouth movements that mirror the English words which are being signed. Signed English is very concerned with proper English sentence structure and sentence use. PIDGEN PIDGEN is a mix of American Sign Language as well as English Sign Language. Depending on the Consumers language preference, more American Sign Language structure may be used with hints of English Sign Language or vice a versa for to
