ASL: Intermediate Level Course
This class will focus on learning correct ASL grammar and using it through conversation practice. We will also focus on fingerspelling hacks to make fingerspelling easier.
Karyn Wrachford, B.S.E.
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(62)
What's included
12 live meetings
9 in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Intermediate Level
This class will focus on the correct ASL structure used for conversations in ASL. We will learn grammar concepts including: types of sentences, tenses, plurality, metathesis, noun/verb differences etc. We will also focus on tips for improving both your receptive and expressive fingerspelling. There will be lots of practice with this. This class will also focus heavily on conversation. Students will be encouraged to watch native deaf signers for practice time. All classes will use PowerPoint presentations. Some handouts and additional videos may be provided for practice. These resources will be shared with the student that week. This is an intermediate level course. It is recommended that students have completed several basic ASL classes before taking this class. Week 1: ASL sentence structure, types of ASL sentences, conversation practice. Week 2: ASL present tense sentences, conversation practice. Week 3: ASL past tense sentences, conversation practice. Week 4: ASL future tense sentences, conversation practice. Week 5: ASL Plurality (how to make plurals ), conversation practice. Week 6: ASL Metathesis (signs that can be reversed), conversation practice. Week 7: ASL Nouns, conversation practice. Week 8: ASL Types of verbs, conversation practice. Week 9: ASL Fingerspelling rules, conversation practice. Week 10: ASL Fingerspelling hacks, conversation practice. Week 11: ASL Regional signs, conversation practice. Week 12: ASL Review class. Students are always encouraged to ask questions during each class.
Learning Goals
Students will better understand the structure and rules of American Sign Language and how to use it in conversation.
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Week 1: ASL sentence structure, types of ASL sentences, conversation practice.
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Week 2: ASL present tense sentences, conversation practice.
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Week 3: ASL past tense sentences, conversation practice.
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Week 4: ASL future tense sentences, conversation practice.
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Students will be provided with handouts and practice videos for each week.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2021
4.8
62reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Trinity Baptist College
I have been signing now for over 14 years. In college (2009-2014), I had a deaf roommate. That caused me to pursue fluency in sign language. Even though I got my degree in Elementary Education, I took ASL classes all during college. Along with that, I completely immersed myself in the world of the Deaf. I attended a deaf church, deaf camps, and interpreter events/ conferences. Along with all of that, I learned most by spending every moment of my free time with many interpreters and deaf friends. I would go to deaf activities such as game nights and Starbucks meets with my local deaf community.
After college, I received my Florida interpreter certification and worked as a sign language interpreter for several years. I interpreted for college classes, church, chapel services, staff meetings, video relay services, concerts, appointments, training etc. I also taught sign language to high-school students for 3 years. At times, I have also taught elementary students at schools, camps, and churches. Some classes were one-time classes while other classes lasted for one week. I am currently teaching a deaf children's class at my church. I also have many deaf friends that I communicate with on a regular basis.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$21
weekly1x per week, 12 weeks
45 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
3-6 learners per class
