ASL Conversations: Building Fluency in Everyday Dialogue
In this 10-week ASL Conversations class, students (ages 10+) build fluency in everyday dialogues through interactive lessons. Topics include introductions, daily routines, hobbies, and more. Perfect for growing ASL confidence!
Groovy Learning - Teaching with a Passion
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(163)
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What's included
10 live meetings
10 in-class hoursProjects
1-2 hours per week. During class, we will work on in-class projects.Assessment
Assessment will be done a bi-weekly bias.Class Experience
Advanced Level
This 10-week course focuses on improving conversational skills in American Sign Language (ASL) through engaging, interactive lessons. Students will learn how to confidently initiate, maintain, and conclude conversations in ASL, covering introductions, daily activities, hobbies, and more. Emphasis will be placed on facial expressions, classifiers, and cultural norms essential to ASL communication. We will be voice of 75% of the time in class. **Class Format:** Each session will include: - Warm-up activity (5-10 minutes) - Vocabulary and grammar instruction (15-20 minutes) - Interactive practice (20-25 minutes) - Q&A and wrap-up (5-10 minutes) This class is designed to provide a supportive, interactive environment where students are encouraged to practice and improve their ASL skills.
Learning Goals
Communicate confidently in everyday ASL conversations.Use appropriate facial expressions and non-manual markers.
Syllabus
10 Lessons
over 10 WeeksLesson 1:
Introductions and Everyday Greetings
- Vocabulary: Greetings, farewells, and basic conversational phrases
- Practice: Introducing yourself and others
- Cultural focus: Deaf culture norms for starting conversations 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Sharing Personal Information
- Vocabulary: Name, age, hometown, family, and pets - (Please note Learners are given a fake name and other information )
- Practice: Asking and answering personal questions
- Activity: Pair practice with Q&A 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Talking About Daily Routines
- Vocabulary: Time, days of the week, common activities
- Practice: Describing your daily schedule
- Cultural focus: Importance of visual storytelling in routines 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Hobbies and Interests
- Vocabulary: Popular hobbies, sports, and entertainment
- Practice: Sharing and discussing personal interests
- Activity: Group conversation games 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
We support all learner needs. Please let us know your learners' needs so we can adjust to them.
Parental Guidance
Our class is appropriate for all ages. Word lists will be provided within 24 hours after each class. We use third-party tools such as Kahoots, Gimkit, Quizlet, and Google Forms for assessments to enhance learning. We ensure these tools are safe and secure for your child’s use.
Pre-Requisites
Should have a solid understanding of ASL
Supply List
Bring your hands and your excitement to learn the beautiful American Sign Language.
Language of Instruction
American Sign Language (Level: Pre-A1)
External Resources
Sources
Word lists will be provided in our classroom within 24 hours after each class. After the first class, the quizlet link will be given for your learner to practice. This isn't a requirement but a tool to help your learner.
Joined July, 2020
4.9
163reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Georgia Teaching Certificate
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in English from Colorado State University
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Education from Pinellas Technical Education Center
With over 15 years of experience as an ASL educator, including ten years working directly within the Deaf community, I bring a wealth of expertise to this class. In addition to teaching ASL at various preschools and private kindergartens in my local area, I also lead a music and movement program. I have firsthand experience using signs to communicate with my daughter, who is hard of hearing and also an Outschool teacher.
My teaching philosophy centers around creating a fun and engaging learning environment that fosters a genuine desire to continue learning. It is important to note that this class strictly adheres to a professional code of ethics, and no sensitive information or high-risk topics are covered. Rest assured; our focus is on providing an enjoyable educational experience that inspires a lifelong love for ASL.Reviews
Live Group Course
$19
weekly1x per week, 10 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-6 learners per class
