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Recent studies have indicated an increase in support and use of mobile devices for language learning (Chen, 2013; Godwin-Jones, 2013; Parton, 2014). A selected annotated bibliography published in 2013 (Burston, 2013) features 345 articles related to mobile-assisted language learning (MALL). Mobile devices help language learners with literacy (Li & Hegelheimer, 2013), and speaking skills (Lys, 2013). They have been used for collaborative second language learning (Ilic, 2015) and to increase student motivation and engagement (Gitsaki & Robby, 2014). Many studies feature the use of video apps for self-reflection (Eroz-Tuga, 2013; Kim, Rueckert, Kim, & Seo, 2013; Rosaen, Lundeberg, Cooper, Fritzen, & Terpstra, 2008; Sherin & van Es, 2005). However, there are no known studies to date related to using mobile video-recording apps to learn American Sign Language (ASL). This study fills this gap in the literature by exploring teacher candidates’ perspectives on using a mobile video recording app to learn ASL.