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ASL 5 High School Advanced Sign Language Course 10 Weeks

10 week ASL sessions, you'll engage in complex dialogues and real-life scenarios, all guided by our skilled Deaf and hard of hearing facilitators. Our no-voice policy ensures that you immerse yourself fully in the language.
Ms.Trina's ASL Club
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:
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What's included

10 live meetings
5 in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. There will be some optional homework and projects to help students practice what they have learned in class each week.
Assessment
There are no grades given in this class.
Letter Grade
included

Class Experience

US Grade 9 - 12
Advanced Level
Welcome to the Advanced ASL Practice Course! -🤟🏼 NO VOICE- DEAF & HH TEACHERS

Designed for students aged 13-18 who have successfully completed ASL Level 3 & 4, this 10-week course is your next step in mastering the intricacies of American Sign Language. Here, you will refine your skills through sophisticated and nuanced ASL communication, focusing on advanced grammar, idiomatic expressions, and in-depth cultural knowledge.

In our weekly sessions, you'll engage in complex dialogues and real-life scenarios, all guided by our skilled Deaf and hard of hearing facilitators. Our no-voice policy ensures that you immerse yourself fully in the language.

Prepare to tackle challenging topics, including specialized vocabulary, advanced storytelling, and the use of non-manual signals to convey subtle meanings. You will also explore ASL literature, poetry, and the arts, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the Deaf experience and its cultural significance.

By participating in this course, you will gain the skills and confidence to engage in high-level ASL conversations, presentations, and performances, ready to interact fluently in the Deaf community. Get ready for an intensive and rewarding experience as you elevate your ASL proficiency to new heights!
Learning Goals
✔️Proficiency in signing complex sentences 
✔️Strong understanding of ASL grammar and syntax.
✔️Ability to comprehend and respond to a variety of signs
✔️Familiarity with advanced ASL vocabulary
learning goal

Syllabus

3 Units
10 Lessons
over 10 Weeks
Unit 1: Unit 1: Advanced Grammar and Syntax
Lesson 1:
Introduction to ASL 5
 Meet the teacher and review what you know in ASL. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Complex Sentence Structures
 Explore the formation of complex sentences, including conditionals and relative clauses. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Non-Manual Signals in Depth
 Study non-manual markers such as facial expressions and body movements to convey tone and meaning. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Classifiers and Role Shifting
 Practice using classifiers and role shifting to enhance storytelling and descriptions. 
30 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
We will take turns signing on camera, so it is important to keep your camera on.
Pre-Requisites
✅ Proficiency in receptive and expressive ASL skills ✅ Knowledge of Deaf culture and history ✅ Completion of ASL 4 or equivalent experience
Language of Instruction
American Sign Language
Joined June, 2022
4.7
48reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
South Carolina Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Ms.Sara
New York Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Charles
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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$18

weekly or $179 for 10 classes
1x per week, 10 weeks
30 min

Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-10 learners per class

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