ASL is a visual language. It’s all about what you can see, not what you can hear. But in a typical classroom, students are surrounded by sounds that pull their attention away from signs, facial expressions, and body language.
Earplugs can help students:
- Stay focused on visual communication.
- Avoid distractions from noise and spoken words.
- Practice what it’s like to communicate visually in a Deaf space.
- Build confidence in using ASL in real-life situations.
- Gain empathy by stepping into the shoes of a Deaf person, even briefly.
This small change can make a big difference in how students learn and connect with the language.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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