ASL ASL Technology & Assistive Tools in Instruction

Question 1

Which technology platform is most commonly used in the United States to provide real-time video relay services (VRS) that ASL instructors should familiarize students with?

Accepted Answer

Video Relay Service (VRS) platforms such as Sorenson or Purple

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CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation)

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FM loop systems

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Cochlear implant processors

Question 2

CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) provides accessibility in educational settings primarily by:

Accepted Answer

Converting spoken words into instant text captions on screen

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Translating spoken English into ASL via a video interpreter

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Producing Braille output from signed content

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Amplifying sound for hard-of-hearing students

Question 3

When recording ASL instructional videos for online delivery, which technical element is most critical for visual clarity of handshapes?

Accepted Answer

High-contrast background (plain, non-distracting color)

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High-quality audio recording equipment

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Overhead lighting positioned behind the signer

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Screen text overlays covering the hands

Question 4

Which feature of a video captioning tool is most important for ensuring accessibility of ASL instructional content for Deaf students?

Accepted Answer

Accurate, human-reviewed captions synchronized with the video

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Auto-generated captions only, without human review

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Captions displayed only in a small corner of the screen

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Captions available only as a downloadable transcript

Question 5

ASL instructors using a learning management system (LMS) should ensure videos are:

Accepted Answer

Downloadable, captioned, and viewable at adjustable playback speeds

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Embedded as autoplay content without pause controls

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Restricted to streaming only with no replay option

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Watermarked so students cannot reference them after class

Question 6

Videoconferencing platforms used for online ASL instruction must meet which minimum technical requirement?

Accepted Answer

Provide high-definition video with minimal lag for visual communication

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Support screen sharing of text documents only

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Include an audio-only fallback mode

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Limit sessions to fewer than five participants