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What’s the best way to start out learning a sign language? This video covers what you should do to get the best start, with seven things to consider (chapters below).

00:13 Which sign language is right for you?

01:26 Why should you learn the handshapes before joining a class?

02:41 What hand do you use as your dominant hand?

03:16 What kind of class or tutor should you look for?

04:45 Why it’s worth having a picture dictionary

05:27 Why is precision important? Why is performance important?

09:03 Why should you watch the news with sign language?

11:23 Summing up

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