Rationale

I have chosen to create a blog to document my introduction to Auslan, as it is flexible, accessible and tangible. Being created online though digital media, I am able to edit, revise and update my learning to keep it current and reflect my most recent skills. Being on the internet, my blog is accessible from any device, anywhere in the world, eliminating the need to have my resource saved and in my possession. It is also accessible to others, facilitating interaction with strangers who share an interest in sign language, who may also proffer new insights and understandings. My blog could also be used to raise the profile of Auslan and provide an introduction to those who are uninitiated.  As Auslan is a visual language and I am a visual learner, I felt that videos are an invaluable tool for consolidating my skills. Auslan uses a three-dimensional space to communicate, and still images would not do its richness justice or accurately reflect movement; such a crucial parameter.  In any instances where videos require further explanation, text, documents and outside links can easily be added to support.