A basic course
in American Sign Language, providing a core vocabulary of approximately 450
signs, a sign language syntax, manual alphabet, idioms, and mime. Emphasis
will be placed equally on expressive and receptive skills and the ability to
communicate using visual vernacular techniques. The relationship between
American Sign Language and the role of deaf culture as each relates to a
deaf person's sense of self-esteem and value in the larger culture of
American society will be studied.
ASL107 American Sign Language II (H)
3 Credits
This course is
for students with some basic introduction to ASL and is a continuation of
American Sign Language I. It is designed to develop further communicative competencies in the
language beyond the basic level. Emphasis will be placed on ASL grammar,
spatial referencing, detailed descriptions of people and surroundings, and
deaf culture. This Level II course will build on the basic skills learned in
ASL106 - American Sign Language I, maturing them through use and commitment to building a more extensive working
vocabulary. The relationship between American Sign Language and the role of
Deaf Culture as
each relates to a Deaf person's sense of self-esteem and value in the larger
culture of American society will be studied in great depth.
Prerequisite: ASL106 or permission of instructor.
ASL206 American Sign Language III (H)
3 Credits
This course is a continuation of the skill areas of American Sign
Language I and II, further developing both expressive and receptive skills.
Vocabulary and fluency will be increased at an advanced level in ASL and
finger spelling. Opportunities to practice signing through interaction with
the deaf community will be provided. During the last weeks of the semester,
students will be encouraged to communicate in sign language only, without
use of voice. Adaptive sign language for special populations will be
introduced.
