👍 This course is designed to INCLUDE complete beginners without any prior knowledge of ASL. Previous ASL skills are welcome but NOT required.
IN THIS COURSE, we’re going to learn how to create complete sentences in American Sign Language (ASL) using fingerspelled names, five (5) adverbs of frequency, and twenty one (21) action verbs. There will be hands on practice and testing to make sure you can sign and understand what is taught in the course.
IN THIS COURSE:
- Students will learn the ASL alphabet and practice fingerspelling common names in English.
- Students will learn and practice using the following adverbs of frequency in ASL: ALWAYS, NEVER, OFTEN, SOMETIMES, USUALLY.
- Students will learn and practice using the following ASL action verb signs: CRY, CLEAN, COOK, DRINK, EAT, FALL, GIVE, FLY, JUMP, LEARN, LISTEN, LOOK, MOVE, READ, RUN, SHOUT, SLEEP, TALK, THINK, TRY, WORK.
- Each individual verb sign and adverb sign will be taught step by step to ensure correctness.
- Students will learn how to combine fingerspelled names, action verbs, and adverbs of frequency to create simple sentences.
- Students will be tested on their ability to sign and recognize ALL material taught in the course.
AFTER TAKING THIS COURSE:
- Students will be confident using and understanding twenty one (21) action verb signs in ASL
- Students will know how to create sentences in ASL using names, action verbs, and adverbs of frequency
- Students will have a larger vocabulary and understand the mechanics of each sign taught in the course
- Students will feel more confident as they continue their journey of becoming proficient in ASL
