SPED 101 - Elementary American Sign Language

(3 credits)

This is an introductory course in American Sign Language (ASL). The goal is to bring a person unable to communicate in ASL to a basic level of communicative competency. The course is taught using ASL, little voicing is used. The content includes semantic notations and social functions as well as grammatical structures. Students will participate in class using ASL in groups/pairs as well as through video and activities. Culturally appropriate behaviors associated with Deaf Culture will be emphasized throughout the course. Grade only. Offered when demand warrants. Note: Credit cannot be earned for both ASL 101 and SPED 101.

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