ABOUT US
Transform how ASL signers
learn and explore the world
through American Sign Language
ASL Education Center’s team of educators, researchers, linguists, and video producers
bring decades of experience studying, creating, and delivering innovative educational tools in ASL.
OUR VALUES
Drive Everything We Do
Community Driven
Rooted in and shaped by the Deaf and ASL communities we serve.
Hands On
Experts actively involved in every stage of development and production.
Professional
Holding ourselves to the highest standards of quality and accuracy.
Equitable
Ensuring access and representation for all ASL signers.
OUR MISSION
A human-first approach.
We take a human-first approach to developing rich, ASL-centric learning experiences, translations, and technologies that reflect the diverse needs of ASL signers.
We deliver high-quality ASL content that empowers signers of all ages.
OUR MISSION
A Human-First Approach
to ASL-Centric Learning
We take a human-first approach to developing rich, ASL-centric learning experiences, translations, and technologies that reflect the diverse needs of ASL signers. We deliver high-quality ASL content that empowers signers of all ages.
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does ASL Education Center provide?
We provide professional ASL translation produced in our own video studio, the ASLA standardized assessment for preK–12 students, and community screenings of our documentary Unmasking Deaf Education.
We also engage in research projects such as Advancing Educational Equity through Language Assessment and Statistical Modeling with UConn's Neag School of Education, Improving Information Accessibility with Sign Language First Technology, an NSF-funded study with WPI's Computer Science Department, and the ASL Clear Project, Exploring STEM in ASL, with multiple awards from Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Who uses your ASL translation services?
States, assessment companies, schools and businesses depend on AEC for video materials that connect with their ASL-signing audiences — from statewide standardized assessments and instructional materials to workplace training and communication.
What is the ASLA?
The American Sign Language Assessment (ASLA) is a computer-based standardized test of ASL language arts skills designed for preK–12 students. It is shown to be valid and reliable. Individual Student Reports display population-referenced results on ten vocabulary, grammar, and syntax subtests. AEC is the sole source provider of ASLA services.
How does the translation process work?
Every project moves through four stages: content research, expert translation by subject matter experts and native ASL signers, multiple quality control cycles to ensure accuracy and cultural appropriateness, and professional video production in our fully equipped studio.
How can we host a screening of Unmasking Deaf Education?
Complete the screening interest form on our Documentary page. Tell us about your venue, audience, and timing, and our team will be in touch to plan the event with you.
How do I get started?
Send us a note through the contact form with information about your project. We typically reply within two business days.