There are many different modes of communication and instructional approaches in use today. The five below are the most commonly used in the United States, and may vary by country. It is essential that parents pick a type of communication for their child to use and continue with that mode until fluency is reached. Some families opt to use more than one method, but traditionally it is easier for the child to use one method only.
In 2009, a study conducted noted that 50.7% of students use ASL (with or without speech) and 47.8% use speech exclusively.
In 2009, a study conducted noted that 50.7% of students use ASL (with or without speech) and 47.8% use speech exclusively.