World Language
American Sign Language
ASL II
ASL II builds on foundational skills with an increased focus on the distinction between facial expressions, body movements, classifiers, and non-manual markers. Students will learn body punctuation and expand their vocabulary with over 500 new words. The course emphasizes a greater understanding of grammatical structures and ASL word order translation. In addition to studying Deaf culture, Deaf art, and Deaf history, students will encapsulate their knowledge in a Deaf culture group project in the first semester. Semester Two includes guided conversations and a movie storytelling presentation that emphasizes the creativity and expressive nature of sign language.
Additional Expectations: Students will engage in “voice off” classes more often, immersing themselves in Deaf culture by learning without using their voices.
Course Number | 0492 |
Grade Level | 9,10,11,12 |
Pre-Requisite | Grade of B or higher in ASL I or instructor approval via assessment. |
Application and/or Audition Date | None |
Credits | 10 |
VCHS Graduation Credit | World Language |
UC Approval | Yes E Course (LOTE) |
Fees | None |