American Sign Language for Beginners Section 1 - Interactive Self-Paced
In this interactive 8-lesson self-paced course students will learn around 200 signs in American Sign Language. They will begin learning to communicate in ASL in the first class.
Pam Johnson
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(329)
What's included
8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. 7 or more throughout the classAssessment
Based on learners assessment at the end of the section the teacher will decide if they will receive an invitation to the next level or if they should repeat this one.Class Experience
In this interactive, 8-lesson, flexible schedule, self-paced course, your child will learn to communicate in sign language. No sign language experience is required. Our classes will focus on getting your child comfortable using their hands and face to communicate in sign language. No live classes. All classes are prerecorded. Your learner will also be introduced to deaf culture. We will build on what we've learned each class, and each lesson we will have practice homework. All lessons are prerecorded and available for you immediately after enrollment. The students will be able to watch the class and sign along with teacher Pam. They will then be encouraged to teach someone else what they've learned. Before the next lesson each student is encouraged to submit a video of themselves signing the assigned homework. The teacher will be able to see how learners are progressing in their signs and give commendation and correction where needed.
Learning Goals
Students will learn basic American Sign Language vocabulary.Students will begin learning to communicate in ASL.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
ASL Alphabet and Introductions
In this lesson, you will learn how to sign the alphabet in American Sign Language, how to greet people and how to introduce yourself in ASL. Lesson 2:
Family
In this lesson, you will learn how to sign all the members of your family. Lesson 3:
Common Land and Sea Animals
In this lesson, you will learn how to sign common land and sea animals in American Sign Language. Lesson 4:
Colors, Asking Questions and Sign Check
In this lesson, you will learn how to sign colors. You will also begin learning how to ask questions in ASL. Other Details
Parental Guidance
Learners may need assistance videoing themselves and submitting their video to the teacher.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
4.9
329reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from USILACS
I learned sign language from deaf friends in 1992 and have continued to be fully involved in the deaf community since. I am a sign language interpreter. I have taught my children sign language since birth. They have both been used to sign in videos for an international website. My son is an interpreter and my daughter is a sign language teacher and interpreter.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$19
weekly or $145 for all content8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 5-18
