The aim of this course is to develop the student's proficiency in the understanding and use of ASL vocabulary and grammatical structure. The student will learn basic grammatical features of ASL in a natural context during various communicative activities & daily interactions, using a functional approach. The student will also be introduced to non-manual signals including the use of ASL mouthing. Reinforcement or tutorial sessions will be conducted during lab sessions.
Course code: SIGN 1100
Credits: 6.0
Tuition: $0*
Length: 120.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
1) English 12 with C or equivalent, or English Language Proficiency at an English 12 level, or equivalent
AND
2) SIGN 1000 or equivalent OR
3) Admission to the ASL & Deaf Studies program
Corequisites
SIGN 1200 ASL Lab 1, SIGN 1300 Deaf Culture and Community 1, SIGN 1400 Becoming an Ally 1
& SIGN 1500 Public Speaking
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Additional Information
- 1) Syntax - Basic Sentence Types and Word Order
- 2) A Coherent Narrative About Weekend Activities
- 3) Morphology - Fingerspelling
- 4) Labels for Classifier Types
- 5) People and Personal Items Around Us
- 6) Objects Around Us
- 7) Places in the Neighborhood
- 8) Rules We Live By
- 9) What Is a Language? Why Is ASL a Language?
How do I apply for this course?
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
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