American Sign Language: American Sign Language I

Introduction of American Sign Language with emphasis on visual receptive and expressive use including facial expressions and gestures. Elements of the Deaf Culture are explored.

Course meets Online - Asychronous

https://www.uvm.edu/cess/doe/program/american-sign-language-asl-minor

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of American Sign Language, focuses on building receptive and expressive skills through a visual-gestural modality, and provides an overview of Deaf culture. Introduction of American Sign Language with emphasis on visual receptive and expressive use including facial expressions and gestures. Catamount Core: GC2. Course Outline Unit 1: Welcome to the Deaf World! Unit 2: Academics. Unit 3: Family and Relationships

Need to pay $45 for TWA (True Way ASL) curriculum via Brightspace. Complete units 1-3, learn basic communication skills in ASL. This course is online synchronous. Your instructor will actively engage on a daily basis for check-ins, communication, and feedback. Students can expect a structured learning environment with specific due dates for assignments and activities. While students will work independently, regular participation in discussions and timely completion of tasks are essential. Engaging with assigned video lectures and submitting videos for feedback will help reinforce skills. Consistent participation and meeting the deadlines are crucial to learning ASL and Deaf culture.

Course Letter Grading: Tests, quizzes, assignments, participation. Instructor will use ASL rubric to assess ASL skills via videos. Students will be evaluated based on a variety of weighted categories, which include worksheets, video assignments, lab activities, unit tests, and cultural discussions. Each category will be assessed using specific rubrics that outline expectations for performance, ensuring transparent and consistent grading throughout the course.