American Sign Language ASL101

Course Number
COMM-0047

ASL101 is a 40-hour course, offering an immersive introduction to American Sign Language for beginners. Through dynamic instruction and interactive sessions, students learn the ASL alphabet, understand finger spelling etiquette, and develop proficiency in facial expressions, head movements, and torso gestures. The course also focuses on the practical application of classifiers for movement, location, and appearance, providing a foundational vocabulary covering familial relationships, relatives, surroundings, buildings, and occupations. With continuous assessment methods, including practical demonstrations and a final exam, participants gain essential ASL skills and develop an appreciation for the cultural nuances of the Deaf community.