Visual Language AssociatesThe Problem
Evidence-based knowledge and opinion are not always easy to tell apart.
Because anyone can put information online and into print, the difference between evidence-based knowledge and opinion is not always obvious. Some question the value of American Sign Language (ASL) and/or the use of Cued American English (CAE). Others mistake visual communication for visual language. The literature is replete with information that ultimately supports or limits the opportunity for individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing to naturally access, acquire, and use language. Unfortunately, the rationale that is presented is often not as evidence-based as it may seem.
This can make the task of preparing a presentation or a work for publication an effort in reconciling competing claims. As such, diligence is required to know whose expertise and credentials actually qualify them to address a given topic.
What We Offer
Credentialed experts, second to none.
Where ASL and CAE access, processing, acquisition, and use are concerned, our credentialed experts are second to none. Our team of deaf and hearing multilingual and multimodal researchers, presenters, linguists, and clinicians can review, edit, guide, suggest, proofread, and support your work for objectivity and accuracy.
Whether your topic is phonologic, psycholinguistic, neurolinguistic, sociolinguistic, or translation oriented, get expert review of your research questions, methodology, presentations, and publications with the guidance of one of our credentialed experts.
Topic Areas
Wherever your questions live.
Service Charges
Quote-based, scoped to your work.
Research support can vary widely with regard to the depth and breadth of the work that needs to be done. Charges account for both 1-on-1 time with your consultant and related work time outside of appointments, and are quoted individually after we review your intake form. No flat rates are published.
For additional information about consulting and research support charges, see how charges work.
Research Support Intake
Request research support.
Please complete the form below to schedule time with one of our visual language consultants. The more we understand about the depth and breadth of the work, the better we can match you with the right expert.