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SIGNIFY: A Pre-Primary Learning and Practice Hub for Indian Sign Language

by Suraj Dora, Aditya Gupta, Jyotirmay Prasad, Vasudha Kadam, K.S. Suresh Babu
International Journal of Computer Applications
Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA
Volume 186 - Number 82
Year of Publication: 2025
Authors: Suraj Dora, Aditya Gupta, Jyotirmay Prasad, Vasudha Kadam, K.S. Suresh Babu
10.5120/ijca2025924793

Suraj Dora, Aditya Gupta, Jyotirmay Prasad, Vasudha Kadam, K.S. Suresh Babu . SIGNIFY: A Pre-Primary Learning and Practice Hub for Indian Sign Language. International Journal of Computer Applications. 186, 82 ( Apr 2025), 23-34. DOI=10.5120/ijca2025924793

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author = { Suraj Dora, Aditya Gupta, Jyotirmay Prasad, Vasudha Kadam, K.S. Suresh Babu },
title = { SIGNIFY: A Pre-Primary Learning and Practice Hub for Indian Sign Language },
journal = { International Journal of Computer Applications },
issue_date = { Apr 2025 },
volume = { 186 },
number = { 82 },
month = { Apr },
year = { 2025 },
issn = { 0975-8887 },
pages = { 23-34 },
numpages = {9},
url = { https://ijcaonline.org/archives/volume186/number82/signify-a-pre-primary-learning-and-practice-hub-for-indian-sign-language/ },
doi = { 10.5120/ijca2025924793 },
publisher = {Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA},
address = {New York, USA}
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Abstract

Signify is an interactive e-learning platform that has an influence on Machine Learning (ML) and Deep Learning (DL) to make Indian Sign Language (ISL) learning easier for pre-primary students. The system combines advanced hand detection models like MediaPipe and OpenCV to isolate hand gestures from the camera feed with accuracy, which ensures precise recognition. A convolutional neural network (CNN) handles these gestures in real time, allowing sign-to-text and text-to-sign conversions while giving quick feedback through interactive quizzes. Also, an analytical dashboard keeps track of student progress offering insights into learning patterns and unlocking extra resources as students move forward. By joining deep learning with real-time hand tracking, Signify promotes inclusivity, boosts communication skills, and backs a structured engaging approach to sign language education.

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Index Terms

Computer Science
Information Sciences
Sign Language
Deep Learning
Hand Gesture Recognition
Computer Vision
Interactive Learning.

Keywords

Sign Language Deep Learning Hand Gesture Recognition Computer Vision Interactive Learning