American Sign Language, though it has only been recognized as a language for a short amount of time, is a language with a vast history and learning it comes with many benefits. According to Hakim, in 1620, sign language was overhauled when Juan Pablo de Bonet wrote and published his first book on it, which led to the formation of today’s sign languages. However, we can assume there has always been some form of sign language (2016).
Daniels (2016) wrote, “For children just entering the classroom, whether it be daycare, nursery school, a 2/3s classroom, or any other environment where language is ripe for development, studies have shown that the simultaneous presentation or words visually, kinesthetically, and orally enhances a child’s language development” (as cited by Hakim, 2016, p.6). There are countless studies that have proven that children can learn to gesture before they learn to speak and that sign language can help in speech development (Hakim, 2016). Children with special needs can also benefit from sign language being implemented in the classroom. “Teachers who use ASL in their classrooms have reported tremendous growth in the literacy and speech development of their special needs students as well as …show more content…
According to Humphrey and Alcorn, “In English, only 6% of the meaning is found in the words, 39% is found in the vocal intonation, and 55% of the message is conveyed in the accompanying gestures, body language, and the facial expressions used” (2007). Therefore, I can only infer that people, who have a hard time reading social cues, body language, or have other issues communicating, would surely improve with ASL or some other form of visual language instilled in everyday
Daniels (2016) wrote, “For children just entering the classroom, whether it be daycare, nursery school, a 2/3s classroom, or any other environment where language is ripe for development, studies have shown that the simultaneous presentation or words visually, kinesthetically, and orally enhances a child’s language development” (as cited by Hakim, 2016, p.6). There are countless studies that have proven that children can learn to gesture before they learn to speak and that sign language can help in speech development (Hakim, 2016). Children with special needs can also benefit from sign language being implemented in the classroom. “Teachers who use ASL in their classrooms have reported tremendous growth in the literacy and speech development of their special needs students as well as …show more content…
According to Humphrey and Alcorn, “In English, only 6% of the meaning is found in the words, 39% is found in the vocal intonation, and 55% of the message is conveyed in the accompanying gestures, body language, and the facial expressions used” (2007). Therefore, I can only infer that people, who have a hard time reading social cues, body language, or have other issues communicating, would surely improve with ASL or some other form of visual language instilled in everyday