An introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) which includes the development of receptive and expressive skills in authentic situations and an introduction to Deaf culture.  This intro course in ASL uses a natural language approach to introduce culturally appropriate signed concepts related to the immediate environment. Common communicative events and interactions are utilized to acquire a basic working vocabulary and grammar. The course includes the development of appropriate linguistic/cultural behaviors and awareness of respect for Deaf culture.  Receptive and expressive skills are fostered through interactive ASL lessons without voice.

An introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) which includes the development of receptive and expressive skills in authentic situations and an introduction to Deaf culture.  This intro course in ASL uses a natural language approach to introduce culturally appropriate signed concepts related to the immediate environment. Common communicative events and interactions are utilized to acquire a basic working vocabulary and grammar. The course includes the development of appropriate linguistic/cultural behaviors and awareness of respect for Deaf culture.  Receptive and expressive skills are fostered through interactive ASL lessons without voice.

An introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) which includes the development of receptive and expressive skills in authentic situations and an introduction to Deaf culture.  This intro course in ASL uses a natural language approach to introduce culturally appropriate signed concepts related to the immediate environment. Common communicative events and interactions are utilized to acquire a basic working vocabulary and grammar. The course includes the development of appropriate linguistic/cultural behaviors and awareness of respect for Deaf culture.  Receptive and expressive skills are fostered through interactive ASL lessons without voice.

An introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) which includes the development of receptive and expressive skills in authentic situations and an introduction to Deaf culture.  This intro course in ASL uses a natural language approach to introduce culturally appropriate signed concepts related to the immediate environment. Common communicative events and interactions are utilized to acquire a basic working vocabulary and grammar. The course includes the development of appropriate linguistic/cultural behaviors and awareness of respect for Deaf culture.  Receptive and expressive skills are fostered through interactive ASL lessons without voice.

An introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) which includes the development of receptive and expressive skills in authentic situations and an introduction to Deaf culture.  This intro course in ASL uses a natural language approach to introduce culturally appropriate signed concepts related to the immediate environment. Common communicative events and interactions are utilized to acquire a basic working vocabulary and grammar. The course includes the development of appropriate linguistic/cultural behaviors and awareness of respect for Deaf culture.  Receptive and expressive skills are fostered through interactive ASL lessons without voice.

Continuation of American Sign Language I. This course further develops receptive and expressive skills in American Sign Language in authentic situations and expands the study of Deaf culture. This course progresses from common, concrete communicative events and interactions to language expressing abstract ideas. Emphasis is on the comprehension and production of increasingly complex linguistic structure focusing on dialogues and conversational expressions. More complex receptive and expressive skills are fostered through interactive ASL lessons without spoken English. Prerequisite: ASLE 1363 with a grade of "C" or better or instructor approval.

MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Monday/Wednesday ,6:00 PM - 9:50 PM
LOCATION: TCC Southeast Campus, Building 3, Room 3216
INSTRUCTOR: TBD

Continuation of American Sign Language I. This course further develops receptive and expressive skills in American Sign Language in authentic situations and expands the study of Deaf culture. This course progresses from common, concrete communicative events and interactions to language expressing abstract ideas. Emphasis is on the comprehension and production of increasingly complex linguistic structures focusing on dialogues and conversational expressions. More complex receptive and expressive skills are fostered through interactive ASL lessons without spoken English. Prerequisite: ASLE 1363 with a grade of "C" or better or instructor approval.

Continuation of American Sign Language I. This course further develops receptive and expressive skills in American Sign Language in authentic situations and expands the study of Deaf culture. This course progresses from common, concrete communicative events and interactions to language expressing abstract ideas. Emphasis is on the comprehension and production of increasingly complex linguistic structures focusing on dialogues and conversational expressions. More complex receptive and expressive skills are fostered through interactive ASL lessons without spoken English. Prerequisite: ASLE 1363 with a grade of "C" or better or instructor approval.

Continuation of American Sign Language I. This course further develops receptive and expressive skills in American Sign Language in authentic situations and expands the study of Deaf culture. This course progresses from common, concrete communicative events and interactions to language expressing abstract ideas. Emphasis is on the comprehension and production of increasingly complex linguistic structures focusing on dialogues and conversational expressions. More complex receptive and expressive skills are fostered through interactive ASL lessons without spoken English. Prerequisite: ASLE 1363 with a grade of "C" or better or instructor approval.

Analysis in studying diversity within the deaf community including different sociological, linguistic, and cultural backgrounds. Issue of race, ethnicity, sexuality, disability, racial oppression, social-minority, and language variation will be discussed. An in-depth analysis of the nature and needs of the culturally deaf, non-culturally deaf, deaf-blind, deaf plus, LGBTQ+ and deaf from other countries including the cycle of internalization of biases and discrimination. PREREQUISITE: ASLE 1413 or permission of the instructor

This is an interdisciplinary course to introduce students to human values through the exploration of American deaf culture through its history, literature, and arts. Students will explore Deaf culture as a minority culture focusing on awareness and understanding of cultural diversity and preservation of language. Culture and relationships are examined through the impact of modern technology and moral trends.

This is an interdisciplinary course to introduce students to human values through the exploration of American deaf culture through its history, literature, and arts. Students will explore deaf culture as a minority culture focusing on awareness and understanding of cultural diversity and preservation of language. Culture and relationships are examined through the impact of modern technology and moral trends.

An overview of Deaf Education included characteristics of deaf/hard of hearing students, the unique educational and instructional considerations, the roles of Deaf Educators in the Special Education settings, ASL/English bilingual education, and other factors that impact on the education of the D/HH students.