LANG6709 - Introduction to American Sign Language
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Delivery Options
In-person (Maui)
Maui College - HO'ALA
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Course Description
American Sign Language is for those who are interested in support of the hard of hearing, and deaf communities. These skills can be applied to professional interpreting, education, tourism & hospitality, trades, retail sales, law enforcement and emergency services, Healthcare, judicial system, public parks and recreation, visual arts, entertainment, athletic, and transportation industries. This interactive course will offer students etiquette, best practices, social norms and communication skills in American Sign Language (ASL). We will focus on observing expressive and receptive skills through the use of hand signage. Students will be introduced to members of the deaf and hard of hearing community to practice acquired language skills in social settings.Learner Outcomes
Students will learn the sign language alphabet and how to fingerspell their names. Students will become familiarized with cultural and social norms in the Deaf/Hard of Hearing/ and Deaf Blind community. Students will learn how to understand how facial expressions, body movement and gestures are important components to American Sign Language communication. Students will obtain a set base of vocabulary to express and receive information in Introductory level communication.Loading...
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