ASL 3 High School Sign Language Course 8 Weeks
Over the span of 8 weeks, this course will empower children to enhance their existing ASL skills. Each section of the course is instructed by Deaf teachers and ASL Tutors, ensuring a rich and immersive learning experience.
Ms.Trina's ASL Club
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(49)
What's included
8 live meetings
4 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. We encourage students to regularly check the classroom for assigned homework. This homework is designed to strengthen what they're learning in class. Additionally, they will find links to digital programs that can help them study the words they've learned during the course.Assessment
This course will help you learn more ASL signs and get better at having different kinds of conversations in ASL. You'll have quizzes and a final test to show what you've learned.Grading
Grades will be based on quizzes and reviews assigned to students. While grades are optional and students do not have to complete the homework, doing so is very helpful for their progress.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
Welcome to ASL Kids Club! 🤟🏼- SOME VOICE / NO VOICE- DEAF & HH TEACHERS We’re excited to have you join our ASL Level 3 course, designed for students aged 13-18. Over the next 8 weeks, you’ll participate in 30-minute classes that will help you take your ASL skills to the next level. Guided by our experienced Deaf and hard-of-hearing teachers, you’ll dive deeper into ASL grammar, expressions, and storytelling techniques, all while building your confidence. This course offers a mix of voice and no-voice instruction to ensure you fully engage in visual communication and gain a strong connection with the language. You’ll also explore various aspects of Deaf culture and participate in real-world scenarios to strengthen your conversational skills. By the end of ASL Level 3, you'll feel confident navigating more complex conversations and using ASL in a variety of settings. Get ready for a fun and immersive journey to enhance your ASL abilities! 👩🏽💻 Check out our Syllabus for subjects we will learn!
Learning Goals
✅ Improved fluency in holding longer, more complex conversations in ASL
✅ Advanced ASL grammar, and sentence structures
✅Enhanced understanding of Deaf culture
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Fingerspelling, Numbers & Common Phrases
Refresh and solidify your understanding of the ASL alphabet, basic numerical signs and common sentences. 30 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Vocabulary: School & Education
In this unit, students will be learning about hand shapes, Learn to answer simple introduction questions. 30 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Vocabulary Animals, Home, & Transportation
Students will be able to answer simple introduction questions, 30 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 4:
Vocabulary Calendar, Time, & Routine
Students will be learning ASL word order and be able to sign numbers 21-30. 30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students must have their cameras on for each lesson to ensure they can see each other’s hands while signing.
Pre-Requisites
Basic ASL vocabulary such as family, colors, some food signs, greetings and asking for clarifications. Ability to introduce oneself and hold a simple conversation
Language of Instruction
American Sign Language
Joined June, 2022
4.7
49reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have teaching certificates
South Carolina Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
New York Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
The ASL Kids Club is proud to offer an exceptional learning experience guided by a team of highly skilled and certified teachers. Our instructors include nationally certified interpreters, seasoned Deaf educators, Deaf and HH experienced tutors, ensuring that every student receives the highest quality education.
Several of our teachers are Deaf, bringing invaluable perspectives and authentic experiences to our program. This diversity enhances our teaching approach, providing students with a deeper understanding and appreciation of American Sign Language and Deaf culture.
Ms.Trina is the founder of ASL Kids Club and has over 20 years of experience teaching and working in school districts with both Deaf and hearing children. This extensive background has allowed her to hand-select each teacher to ensure that students receive top-tier instruction.
Our educators boast impressive credentials and experiences:
- One teacher has spent over two decades as an Educational Interpreter and Tutor, working closely with deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Their passion for sign language is driven by personal experiences with Deaf family members.
- Another teacher is proficient in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, American Sign Language, and Nicaraguan Sign Language. With over 10 years of teaching experience, they have served in various roles such as teaching, assisting, and mentoring students and interpreters.
- We also have a Deaf educator with expertise in speech, lipreading, and sign language. Their patience and kindness have positively impacted many students through their work as a tutor and assistant teacher at the School for the Deaf.
Together, our team is committed to providing an enriching ASL learning experience that accommodates diverse backgrounds and fosters growth.
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Live Group Course
$19
weekly or $150 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
30 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-10 learners per class
