Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE) is a way of communicating that uses American Sign Language (ASL) signs in English word order. CASE is one of the three most common types of signing in the United States, alongside ASL and Signing Exact English (SEE).
Who can benefit from using CASE?
Kids with developmental disabilities can find CASE especially useful for better vocabulary retention and conceptual understanding.
How is CASE different from traditional sign language?
Unlike word-for-word signing, CASE selects the ‘best fit’ sign for each English word. It incorporates both ASL and English signs.
What impact can CASE have on a child's learning?
CASE helps children engage more in learning by aiding comprehension and vocabulary retention, making the process more meaningful and interactive.
Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE) is a method of manual communication that combines American Sign Language (ASL) signs with English word order and grammar. CASE, also referred to as Pidgin Signed English (PSE), is a bridge between ASL and English, allowing for more effective communication between deaf and hearing individuals. It’s one of the three primary signing systems used in the United States, with ASL and Signing Exact English (SEE) being the other two.
CASE is used to facilitate communication between deaf and hearing individuals by combining ASL signs with English grammar. Here are some examples of how CASE is used:
| Context | Usage of CASE |
|---|---|
| Educational settings | Teachers use CASE to instruct deaf and hard-of-hearing students in mainstream classrooms. |
| Family communication | Hearing family members learn CASE to better communicate with their deaf or hard-of-hearing loved ones. |
| Interpreting | Interpreters may use CASE in situations where a mix of ASL and English is appropriate, such as in some educational or medical settings. |
CASE provides a bridge between ASL and English, allowing for more effective communication and inclusion of deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in various settings.
This post was originally published on Sept. 15, 2023. It was updated on May 1, 2024.
