🤟🏾 Discover the World of ASL: A Journey of Expression and Connection 🤟🏾

Prerequisite: None									
In this introductory class, no prior knowledge is needed—just your enthusiasm and curiosity. Get ready for an immersive learning experience that will not only equip you with the basics of ASL but also foster a deep understanding of its culture.

Class Structure:
This class is thoughtfully designed as a series, allowing learners to progressively build their skills. Through a blend of interactive activities and engaging discussions, we'll dive into the heart of everyday communication. Each lesson centers around sharing insights about our surroundings and ourselves, ensuring that you learn in context.

Key Highlights:

Language in Action: I will introduce grammar in context, focusing on developing question and answer skills. Conversational strategies are a core focus to help you confidently engage in conversations.

Interactive Activities: You'll participate in a variety of activities that reinforce your learning and provide ample opportunities to practice what you've learned.

Homework and Learning Approach: Homework is your compass. Homework will be assigned after every class, and it's more than just a task—it's a stepping stone. These assignments are a crucial component, as they lay the foundation for future sessions. Handouts, resources, and outside materials will be provided in class.

Comprehensive 8-Week Curriculum: Over six weeks, learners will journey through a comprehensive curriculum that covers various aspects of ASL, Deaf Culture and Deaf History.

🗓️ Weekly Breakdown: 

Every week unfolds with new insights and skills, building upon the previous week's lessons. Throughout this 8-week journey, learners will explore the following:

Week 1: Introduction and Foundations 👋🏽 🫱🏽‍🫲🏼 🔠
	•	Class orientation and icebreaker activity.
	•	Learn the ASL Manual Alphabet and Fingerspelling, including double letters.
	•	Introduction to ASL Parameters, Signing Space, and Indexing.

Week 2: Numbers 1–50 and Questions 🔢 1️⃣ 5️⃣ 0️⃣ 🤨 
	•	Learn numbers 1–50 (cardinal, ordinal, and nominal).
	•	Practice “WH” Questions and develop basic conversation skills.
	•	Participate in ASL Bingo with numbers to reinforce learning.

Week 3: Numbers 50–100 and Sentence Structure  5️⃣0️⃣ 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ 
	•	Learn numbers 50–100 (cardinal, ordinal, and nominal).
	•	Explore basic ASL Sentence Structure.
	•	Continue practicing “WH” Questions in simple conversations.

Week 4: Deaf Culture, Colors, and More 🧠👕🤟
	•	Introduction to Deaf Culture and communication norms.
	•	Learn color vocabulary and basic clothing terms.
	•	Deaf Culture Spotlight: Alice Cogswell.

Week 5: Express Yourself Through Sentences 🫲🏽🫱🏽🗓️✍🏽
	•	ASL Sentence Structure practice.
	•	Learn the days of the week and basic glossing techniques.
	•	Expand vocabulary with food-related signs.
	•	Deaf Culture Spotlight: Andrew Foster.

Week 6: Vocabulary Synthesis and ASL Games 🧠🎨🎯
	•	Review and synthesize vocabulary from weeks 1–5.
	•	Play ASL Food Bingo and other games to reinforce learning.

Week 7: Guest Speaker and Practical Application 👋🏽 🫱🏽‍🫲🏻
	•	Special Guest: Teacher Joseph Keith, a prominent member of the Deaf Community.
	•	Participate in a Q&A session for real-world conversation practice.

Week 8: Final Assessment and Celebration 🏆🎉🎓
	•	Showcase expressive skills in the final assessment.
	•	Wrap up the course with a Kahoot quiz and celebrate progress!

Showcase expressive skills in the final assessment.
Wrap up the course with a Kahoot quiz and celebrate progress!

Together, Let's Uncover the Beauty of ASL!

Upon class completion-Next Class: “Grammar in 3D”