ASL 3: Intermediate American Sign Language 10-Week Course (Ages 13-18)
What's included
10 live meetings
5 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.Certificate of Completion
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
Intermediate Level
Welcome to ASL Kids Club! 🎉- HAS SOME VOICE - HEARING & DEAF TEACHERS 👩🏽💻 Check out our Syllabus for subjects we will learn! 🎉 Get Ready to Dive into the World of ASL! 🌟 Join us for an exciting journey through American Sign Language in our ASL Club Series (Levels 1-4) on Outschool! Whether you're a total beginner or continuing your ASL adventure, there's a place for you here. You can join any level at any time, and we also offer weekly ASL Practice Clubs to reinforce and expand your signing skills. What Makes This Course So Special? ✅ Interactive Live Classes: Learn ASL vocabulary and sentence structure directly from your teacher with engaging demonstrations and hands-on practice. ✅ Weekly Topics: Each lesson focuses on a unique theme, so you're always learning something new and exciting. ✅ Small Class Sizes: With no more than 10 students per session, you'll get personalized guidance to ensure you sign correctly and confidently. ✅ Exclusive Resources: After every lesson, you'll receive links to practice videos and fun online games that you can keep forever to review and enhance your skills. ✅ Handouts Included: Visual aids with pictures of the signs taught in class will help you practice even outside of class time. ✅ Fun Brain Breaks: Learn while playing with engaging activities that make learning ASL a blast! By the time you complete Level 4, you'll have intermediate fluency and conversational signing skills, ready to communicate confidently in ASL. Plus, you'll gain valuable insights into the vibrant world of the Deaf and hard of hearing community. Don't miss out—start your ASL journey today and experience the joy of learning a new language in a fun and supportive environment. See you in class! 👋✨ Join us for an exciting journey into ASL with year-long classes and weekly practice clubs running from August to May, where you'll build strong signing skills, and June and July Summer Camps. Have questions? Feel free to reach out—I can’t wait to share the beauty of ASL with you! 🌟
Learning Goals
Improved Fluency in Holding Longer, More Complex Conversations in ASL
Mastery of Advanced ASL Grammar and Sentence Structures
Syllabus
10 Lessons
over 10 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
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
ASL Alphabet
Numbers 1-30
Colors
Basic Greetings
Language of Instruction
American Sign Language
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
We will be utilizing external websites like Kahoots, Gimkit and YouTube to enhance the learning experience. These platforms will be employed for interactive games and to manage slide show presentations, flashcards, videos, and quiz games.
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
$15
weekly or $150 for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
30 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-10 learners per class