Student Learning Outcomes 1. Engage in basic conversations using ASL, such as introducing oneself, exchanging personnel information, and talking about one’s surroundings.
2. Demonstrate the use of grammatical structures, including spatial referencing, use of classifiers, role shifting, ASL syntax, and non‐manual signals (NMS).
3. Demonstrate clear sign production using an understanding of sign parameters: handshapes, movement, location, palm orientation, and NMS in targeted lexicon.
4. Demonstrate the use of basic ASL vocabulary and expressions necessary for conversations about real‐life situations.
5. Evaluate and provide feedback concerning peers’ and one’s own uses of ASL.
6. Develop culturally‐appropriate behaviors and conversation strategies within a variety of contexts for interacting with people who are Deaf.
7. Demonstrate effective use of comprehension and expressive ASL skills through narrative and/or storytelling activities.
8. Describe issues of the American Deaf community and Culture.Course Description American Sign Language I is an introductory level language course in the language of the American Deaf Culture. Content includes ASL vocabulary and conversational skills; linguistic features of ASL; and skills in narrative/storytelling. In‐class activities, comprehension and expressive examinations, narrative and storytelling assignments in addition to semester projects are venues for students to demonstrate their learning. In addition, Deaf Culture and Deaf Community issues are addressed.