# Auslan Tutor

> Video-based Australian Sign Language learning app with over 500 signs and grammar instruction. (iPhone/iPad app by Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auslan-tutor/id307217026 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children](https://appshunter.io/developer/307217029)
- Category: Education
- Price: $3.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 876 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-03-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auslan-tutor/id307217026/reviews.md

## What is Auslan Tutor?

The NextSense Auslan Tutor is a video-based Australian Sign Language (Auslan) teaching application.

The NextSense Auslan Tutor has been designed to assist families of young deaf children learn Auslan. More than 500 Auslan signs are included.

The NextSense Auslan Tutor moves beyond the basic premise of teaching individual signs by including five corresponding entries for each sign. These five entries are:
• a photo of the handshape used to form the sign
• a video clip demonstrating the single sign 
• a video clip of the sign used in a phrase 
• a video clip of the phrase used in a sentence 
• a text note about Auslan grammar that is pertinent to the sign, phrase or sentence

These additional features help improve the users understanding and use of Auslan.

The portability of the NextSense Auslan Tutor allows for ongoing communication opportunities throughout the day.

Key features:
• Clear and easy to follow learning hierarchy 
• Over 500 signs, each demonstrated multiple times in single signs, phrases and sentences 
• Special Auslan grammar instruction for each sign 
• Auslan Northern and Southern dialects 
• Sign search 
• Auslan alphabet 
• Auslan numbers 
• Categories 
• Related signs 

The NextSense Auslan Tutor was developed by staff at NextSense, in consultation with expert Auslan users.


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## Key features

- Over 500 Auslan signs
- Video demonstrations (sign, phrase, sentence)
- Auslan grammar instruction
- Northern and Southern dialects
- Sign search functionality
- Auslan alphabet and numbers

## Recent user reviews (10 of 32)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auslan-tutor/id307217026/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Coming soon?? - NO CONTENT

*2023-09-25, version 1.72*

I’ve just paid for a d downloaded this app and it’s had NO CONTENT. Just says coming soon?!

### 4/5 — Not bad

*2020-05-31, version 1.5*

I fully endorse this app but for the price I was hoping for some more common signs. There’s certain basic verbs that should really be included and aren’t. I hope they update it in the  
future because I have used a similar American sign language app called Signing Savvy and it has far more signs with the same features. I understand, though, that funding may be completely different for both countries. 

I just think more could be invested into this app which is why I still don’t have a problem having paid for it. I’ve already learnt quite a few signs in one day with this app and the auslan sign bank site.

### 5/5 — Great App

*2020-04-13, version 1.4*

I love the app, it is very helpful but could you maybe add something to the videos so we can watch it being signed slower? It was a little difficult to learn from the videos because they were so fast but other than that I love it.

### 4/5 — Has potential

*2019-08-17, version 1.4*

This app has so much potential and I brought it thinking I would get more words. I’m hoping you guys are still working on this app to bring out more content. This app does have a ton of potential but it doesn’t have as much words as I thought it would

### 5/5 — 👍🏽👍🏽

*2016-05-07, version 1.3*

This site highly supports my teaching program at school. The instructions and video visuals are very explicit. 👍🏽😃

### 2/5 — No YES or NO but was on YouTube?

*2016-03-06, version 1.3*

This is a great App but I thought for $40 it would have a few more Common words like yes and no..?? (I know you can shake your head or nod ) but I found Yes and No on YouTube?? 
And not on this App... ☹

### 4/5 — A great app! A feature to consider...

*2015-07-29, version 1.3*

This is really handy! I think this is just great!
A helpful feature though would be to be able to save words to personal folders or tags such as 'Essential Signs', 'Common Phrases' or 'Signs to Practice'.

Thanks guys! I look forward to seeing updates! :-)

### 5/5 — Fantastic app

*2015-03-26, version 1.3*

I purchased this app after using the free version. It has far more than I anticipated and I am very impressed! Well worth the money

### 5/5 — Happy it's now on iPad

*2014-02-06, version 1.2.4*

Much easier to use than the old book dictionary, which was just as expensive. 

Disappointed that there is no search option like the key signs app has, and that the numbers only went to 100, how is one to sign 2014? Hopefully more signs will be added in due course. 

I know a lot of time and effort has gone into this and for that I am truly grateful. :)

### 5/5 — Fantastic

*2013-10-24, version 1.2.4*

Great app to help learn Auslan

## Frequently asked questions about Auslan Tutor

### What is Auslan Tutor?

Auslan Tutor is a video-based application designed to teach Australian Sign Language (Auslan). It includes over 500 signs, each demonstrated multiple times in single signs, phrases, and sentences, along with specific Auslan grammar instruction.

### What are the key features of Auslan Tutor?

Key features include over 500 Auslan signs with video demonstrations in isolation, phrases, and sentences, detailed Auslan grammar instruction for each sign, support for Northern and Southern dialects, a sign search function, the Auslan alphabet and numbers, and categorized signs.

### How much does Auslan Tutor cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription models, indicating a one-time purchase for access.

### Who is Auslan Tutor designed for?

The application is specifically designed to assist families of young deaf children in learning Auslan. It is also suitable for anyone interested in learning Australian Sign Language.

### What are the benefits of using Auslan Tutor?

The app provides a clear learning hierarchy and comprehensive video demonstrations, helping users improve their understanding and use of Auslan. Its portability allows for ongoing communication practice throughout the day.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.72 — 2021-08-03

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.7 — 2021-03-22

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.6 — 2020-09-16

Minor bug fixes and improvements

### 1.5 — 2020-04-14

Minor bug fixes and improvements

### 1.4 — 2017-09-03

- Minor bug fixes
- New feedback survey to help us improve our app

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