Course Description
Continuation in the study of American Sign Language (ASL) and
deaf culture. The focus of study is to improve conversational
and formal use of ASL.
Athena Title
American Sign Language IV
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in AMSL 2020
Non-Traditional Format
This course will be taught 95% or more online.
Prerequisite
Permission of department
Pre or Corequisite
AMSL 2010 or AMSL 2010E
Semester Course Offered
Offered every year.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student Learning Outcomes
- At the end of the course, students should be able to expressively and receptively use American Sign Language comfortably in conversational situations.
- At the end of the course, students should be able to expressively and receptively use American Sign Language
comfortably in formal situations.
- At the end of the course, students should be able to demonstrate increased understanding of Deaf History and
Culture.
Topical Outline
- I. Deaf History
- II. Deaf Culture
- III. American Sign Language Literature
a. Classifier Stories
b. Number Stories
c. Poems
d. Jokes
e. Lectures
f. Drama
Syllabus
