Learning American Sign Language (ASL) with Google’s Teachable Machine: A Step by Step Experiment

Yufeng Chen
6 min readDec 26, 2023
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Explore our step-by-step guide on using Google’s Teachable Machine for American Sign Language recognition. Learn how this no-code Machine Learning tool makes learning American Sign Language (ASL) easy and accessible.

Barriers for Sign Language Learning

Learning sign language presents unique challenges that necessitate innovative solutions to make the educational journey more effective and inclusive. One of the primary hurdles faced by individuals learning sign language is the imperative need for visual and interactive resources. Traditional methods often fall short in providing the dynamic and immersive learning experiences required for grasping the nuances of sign language gestures. Visual aids play a crucial role in understanding the spatial and gestural elements inherent in sign language, and interactive tools can facilitate active engagement and practice.

Moreover, the accessibility of traditional sign language learning methods is often limited, contributing to a gap in the availability of quality educational resources. Many individuals, especially those in remote or underserved areas, may face challenges in accessing specialized sign language courses or finding proficient instructors. This limitation…

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Yufeng Chen

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