What good is learning a language you don't use? Has your ASL learner been taking classes for months, even years, and it just feels like learning a different set of signs each time?

I’ve seen first hand how much kids LOVE talking about Minecraft.  Here is a chance to use that excitement for a subject to practice ASL skills. This class gives learners a social space to meet others, talk about their favorite game, and work on their signing.

The topic for each week's class will be dictated by what comes up as each learner shows off their Minecraft toys or items, talks about their latest build, or the Minecraft tips they want to share. Each learner will have time set aside every week to show-and-sign or ask sign language questions. I will be there each step of the way to help them sign what they are trying to communicate or provide feedback to help them keep progressing in the language.

As time permits and as it relates to the class each week will also have activities, challenges, or games in ASL. A brief portion of each weeks class will be presented in full ASL with no voicing in order for learners to practice their receptive signing skills.

Learners who have already started to build up some ASL vocabulary will find the weekly class most enjoyable. However, learners of all levels are welcome to join as teacher feedback will be adjusted to each student accordingly.

I hope to see you signing along with us soon!

** We will not actually be playing Minecraft in this class.