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.

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Athena Title

American Sign Language IV

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Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in AMSL 2020

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Non-Traditional Format

This course will be taught 95% or more online.

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Prerequisite

Permission of department

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Pre or Corequisite

AMSL 2010 or AMSL 2010E

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Semester Course Offered

Offered every year.

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Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

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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.

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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

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