American Sign Language 2 - FO520A/B

American Sign Language 2 - FO520A/B

Learning Recommendations: Successful completion of American Sign Language 1, or equivalent.

General Description: In American Sign Language (ASL) 2 emphasis is on expanding grammatical understanding of ASL, functional application of ASL, vocabulary and understanding and appreciation of the Deaf culture and Deaf community. To encourage and foster the development of these skills, classroom communication will be in ASL. Students increase their expressive and receptive skills, increase understanding of deaf culture and history, and learn about causes and types of hearing losses. Storytelling and narratives, as well as dialogues, are used to increase understanding.

Content:

• Talking about activities
• Giving directions
• Describing others
• Making request
• Talking about family and occupations
• Attributing qualities to others
• Talking about routines
• Storytelling
• Translation practice

Homework: May include fingerspelling, video comprehension, vocabulary review, interpretation & translation practice, additional ASL- based assignments

Course Fees / Materials: None

Note: Students who complete this course may qualify for college credit at various community and technical college programs. For more information, please visit the CTE Dual Credit page.