IN THIS COURSE, we’re going to learn how to sign complete sentences in American Sign Language (ASL) using fingerspelled names, five (5) adverbs of frequency, and twenty one (21) action verbs. There will be hands on practice and testing to make sure you can sign and understand what is taught in the course.
*** This course is designed to INCLUDE complete beginners without any prior knowledge of ASL. Previous ASL skills are welcome but NOT required.
THE TARGET SIGN LANGUAGE SKILLS ARE:
Fingerspelling common names in English using the ASL alphabet
Expanding vocabulary skills with twenty one (21) action verb signs in ASL
Increasing the ability to describe situational frequency by using ASL adverbs
Vocabulary enrichment through hands on, step by step creation of each sign
Creation and use of practical sentences which can be used immediately
IN THIS COURSE:
Students will learn the ASL alphabet and practice fingerspelling common names in English.
Students will learn and practice using the following adverbs of frequency in ASL: ALWAYS, NEVER, OFTEN, SOMETIMES, USUALLY.
Students will learn and practice using the following ASL action verb signs: CRY, CLEAN, COOK, DRINK, EAT, FALL, GIVE, FLY, JUMP, LEARN, LISTEN, LOOK, MOVE, READ, RUN, SHOUT, SLEEP, TALK, THINK, TRY, WORK.
Each individual verb sign and adverb sign will be taught step by step to ensure correctness.
Students will learn how to combine fingerspelled names, action verbs, and adverbs of frequency to create simple sentences.
Students will be tested on their ability to sign and recognize ALL material taught in the course.
AFTER TAKING THIS COURSE:
Students will be confident using and understanding twenty one (21) action verb signs in ASL
Students will know how to create sentences in ASL using names, action verbs, and adverbs of frequency
Students will have a larger vocabulary and understand the mechanics of each sign taught in the course
Students will feel more confident as they continue their journey of becoming proficient in ASL
QUESTIONS:
What is the main focus of this course?
Do I need to have prior knowledge or experience with ASL before taking this class?
Will this course test me on what is taught?
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Hello! My name is Michael. When I was three years old, my younger brother became sick with spinal meningitis. In the process, my brother became deaf with an almost complete hearing loss. This difficult situation provided a unique opportunity for my family and I to become fluent in American Sign Language (ASL). Unlike some deaf children, my brother was not sent away to a deaf or hard of hearing school. He grew up with us, his hearing family, and we were active in the deaf community.
As a police officer and federal investigator, I often used ASL to communicate with and interpret for witnesses, victims, and perpetrators. I decided to create ASL courses because it’s a useful and practical skill to have. Like learning any language, it opens your mind and creates the ability to communicate with a whole new group of people.
