Thursday HS (PM2B) – American Sign Language 2

ONE-YEAR CLASS (Prerequisite: Completion and passing grade in ASL 1):

ASL 2 is an intermediate level course that builds on the foundation laid in ASL 1. This course is taught entirely in American Sign Language (ASL), with no voice used in class, to provide a total immersion experience for students to continue their assimilation of the Deaf world. The course focuses on the development of expressive and receptive skills in ASL at an intermediate level, covering topics such as descriptions, asking opinions, giving suggestions/advice, and declining invitations.

Students will also explore Deaf culture more deeply through readings, projects, and class discussions, gaining a better understanding of the values, beliefs, and practices of the Deaf community.

The course will continue to develop students’ skills in ASL storytelling, grammar, facial expressions, vocabulary, finger-spelling, numbers, and use of classifiers, all at an intermediate level. By the end of the course, students will be able to communicate more effectively in ASL and have a deeper understanding and appreciation for the Deaf community and its culture.

At a glance:

• ASL 2 is an intermediate level course that builds on the foundation laid in ASL 1 and is taught entirely in ASL for total immersion.
• The course focuses on developing expressive and receptive skills at an intermediate level, covering a range of topics including descriptions, asking opinions, giving suggestions/advice, and declining invitations.
• Students will deepen their understanding of Deaf culture through readings, projects, and class discussions, while further developing their skills in ASL storytelling, grammar, facial expressions, vocabulary, finger-spelling, numbers, and use of classifiers.