ASL - American Sign Language 1 (Ages 7-12)

ASL 1 
Learn through games, demonstration and practice to not only learn new signs but put signs into constructive communication with others in class. **No experience necessary. 

During this course students will learn:
*The Alphabet
*Correct hand placement and movement
*Colors
*Numbers 1-100 
*Introducing Oneself
*Days of the Week
*Months of the Year
*Seasons
*Animals
*Food
*Emotions
*Family
*Places
*Modes of Transportation
*Clothing
*Time
*Activities
*Rooms & Furniture

Course Objective: 
ASL I introduces students to a language and the community of people that use it. You will learn the vocabulary, grammar, and culturally appropriate uses of ASL through natural, everyday conversational situations. This course will encourage small and large group activities. 
Since ASL is a visual/gestural language, you will need to develop communication skills of which you are not accustomed: using one's hands, face, eyes and space. In order to progress, it is important that students become comfortable "listening" with their eyes. **Cameras are required to be on.

Assignments/Skill Enhancement Exercises 

1. Bi-Weekly Discussion Posts: Discussion topics will be posted and reviewed during class meetings. Some discussions will need research. Students will need to post their findings and respond to two other fellow student findings. These will be due before the next weekly meeting.

2. Fingerspelling, Numbers and Core Vocabulary Review: Constant review of the vocabulary and regular practice of fingerspelling and numbers is critical to your progress in this course. You will be asked to review vocabulary regularly and perform dialogues to practice. 

3. Receptive: To help you develop your receptive skills, you will be invited to Mrs. G’s exclusive Quizlets to take quizzes and master signs learned in class meetings.

4. Expressive : Activities and class participation are designed to help you learn what fluent ASL "feels" like.. 

5.  Class Participation: Please come prepared to be involved in class discussions and activities. Camera is required to see signs and give feedback.