American Sign Language: For Beginners
Students will learn the alphabet in American Sign Language, signs for colors, common vocabulary terms, and key phrases.
Samoan Cooper
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(147)
What's included
4 live meetings
2 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Learners will be provided a copy of the American Sign Language Manuel Alphabet Chart. Learners should practice the Alphabet signs outside of class.Class Experience
Beginner Level
Class Experience Week 1: During the first class,the students will learn the American Sign Language Alphabet. After the course, the students will be equipped with sufficient knowledge to spell their names, and words. In the second class, we will briefly review the alphabet, and begin learning numbers.The students will also learn signs for colors. Week 2: In the third class, students will learn signs for family members and relatives. They will learn food and beverage related signs. The students will learn common greetings and conversational signs. In the last class, the students will learn common phrases and sentences.
Learning Goals
The goal for this course is for students to gain a knowledge of American Sign Language in order to aid them with basic communication skills. Also to provide students with a foundation in ASL that they can further develop.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
4.9
147reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Lamar University
Bachelor's Degree from University of Houston Downtown
Associate's Degree from Lee College
Hello, I am Samoan! I am passionate about sign language. I started learning the language over 23 years ago. I am a certified sign language interpreter, ASL teacher, and children’s author. I am a former Languages Other Than English (LOTE) High school teacher. I've worked as an interpreter in the education sector (collegiate and K-12) for over 12 years. I graduated college with a Certificate in American Sign Language Communication Skills, an Associate of Arts, a Bachelor of Science, and a Master of Education degree. I am currently attending school to obtain a doctorate of education degree in educational leadership. I fell in love with American Sign Language at the age of 9 years old after going to church with my mother. During the church service, I witnessed sign language interpreters translate the sermon. I was mesmerized by the flow of their hand-shapes. I told my mother that I wanted to learn sign language as well. My mother enrolled me in a sign language class at a local community college during a summer program. I continued to learn sign language throughout high school and college. I have previously volunteered to teach sign language at daycare centers and preschools. American Sign Language is a beautiful language with its own grammar and syntax. I hope to share my love and passion for sign language with others.Reviews
Live Group Class
$75
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
30 min
Completed by 150 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
6-15 learners per class
