American Sign Language Continue the Conversation

Each week we will focus on one topic to learn vocabulary and how to use it in a basic sentence.  As I teach each sign, learners will produce the sign back for me to see.  As a result of this teaching style, it is imperative that cameras stay on for the duration of class.  The class structure will be: 
*opening introductions 
*a simple social question asked in ASL to evaluate skill level
*teaching of the topic of the day; vocabulary and sentences
*practice; this may be with the whole group or learners paired up, depending on the size of the group
*a game, video, song or other format to enhance the topic of the day
*open to questions, requests, comments
*farewell

Topics will include:
Week 1,  July 6:    FOOD
Week 2, July 13:   EMOTIONS and COLORS
Week 3, July 20:  FAMILY
Week 4, July 27th:  TIME
Week 5, Aug 10th:  ANIMALS
Week 6, Aug 17th:  SEASONS/WEATHER
Week 7, Aug 24th:  SPORTS/ACTIVITIES
Week 8, Aug 31st:  MONEY
**If these topics are not appropriate for the group in the class, I will adjust for something more appropriate for the skill level and interest.

I believe learning should be fun.  So I do everything I can to help students enjoy their time in my classroom.  We learn a lot in a short period of time.  So I post learning aids in the classroom after class is over for practice or review.

 We work together and a basic understanding of the language is important for joining this class. This class is for students who are learning American Sign Language.  This is not a class for brand new beginners.   Learners need to know the Alphabet, Numbers and basic vocabulary at a minimum.  I will also discuss the Deaf Community, their history and the importance of our respect for their language.