ASL LEVELS

Embracing Challenge

ASL 1 is where the fun begins when learning about ASL and Deaf culture! I'm so excited to be that first step into the Deaf world. We will build a foundation to help you (or your child) succeed in future ASL 2-4 classes. Students will learn about the Deaf world, academics and school life, family and relationships, residences and communities, and scheduling.

In ASL 2, we take the knowledge we learned from ASL 1 and add onto it. We'll learn about good times, food, people and clothing, home life, and finances and the workplace.

ASL 3 we continue our learning with units of wellness and fitness, destinations, and narrative stories.

Last, in ASL 4, we explore Deaf history, the human body, sports, and animals and terrains.

Check back here for information on class homework/projects/presentations information.

Academics: Academics

CLASSROOM NORMS

WHAT TO EXPECT

Students are required to actively engage in every class. Direct eye contact to the signer, not talking while others are signing, and open to receive feedback with pride.

Eye contact with the signer is very important. It’s how he/she knows you are paying attention and getting the information conveyed. Nodding your head is another way to show you understand the communication.
Our goal in the classroom is to communicate in our Target Language, ASL. Talking while others are signing or trying to pay attention is very distracting! Please be respectful and turn your voices off in class.
Even though you are just beginning, gesture and facial expressions along with the signs you’re learning help get your message across.
Don’t be afraid to “Mess Up” as this is how I'm able to give feedback and help you improve.

HABITS OF A GOOD LANGUAGE LEARNER