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ASL Eye Contact: Essential Skills

Language Tip

About this lesson

In this essential language tip, Dr. Byron Bridges highlights one of the most crucial elements of ASL communication - eye contact! You'll learn why maintaining steady eye contact is fundamental when conversing with deaf individuals, and how wandering eyes can be perceived as disrespectful. Through clear examples, you'll discover how consistent eye contact demonstrates active listening and engagement in ASL conversations. This practical tip will help you develop proper etiquette for more authentic and respectful sign language interactions! 👀✨