American Sign Language Basics
This is a one time introductory course to ASL to see if you would like to take a full term ASL class
Kristen Moran
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(122)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
This is a one time introductory course to American Sign Language. In this course we we learn: 1. What is ASL 2. How ASL is different from English grammatically 3. Basic signs including: ME, SCHOOL, LEARN, YOU, HOME,SIGN, HE/SHE/IT, LIKE, GO, DON’T LIKE, COME, NEED,HELP, HAVE, LEARN, BATHROOM, WANT, WHAT 4. Basic phrases including: I'm learning to sign. I want to go home, I'm hearing, nice to meet you, What's your name 5. What is Deaf Culture 6. How to interact with Deaf people We will talk about the basics of ASL grammar, comparing it English grammar, and touch on Deaf Culture - discussing how it is different from American hearing culture- focusing on social norms. This course can serve as an interest course for those who may be interested in a full ASL course or want to just learn a few basics to interact with Deaf people in your life. No prior knowledge is required.
Learning Goals
The goal of this course is to learn basic phrases of ASL, understand that ASL has a different grammar structure than English, and understand that Deaf Culture is its own unique culture, separate from hearing culture.
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined May, 2020
4.9
122reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been using ASL and involved in the Deaf community for almost 20 years and teaching and interpreting for 10. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 69 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
3-12 learners per class
