American Sign Language I
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Join Martin Samelson, energetic ASL college professor and job coach for the Deaf, in learning how to communicate without voice by the end of your first class! Learn basic sign language communication, including the manual alphabet, finger-spelling numbers, vocabulary (colors, animals, foods, etc.). Deaf culture and familiar phrases that will enhance your communication with Deaf and Hard of Hearing family, friends, co-workers, students, clients, and customers. Our ASL I syllabus will detail learning outcomes and course content areas including vocabulary (hand shape, location, orientation, movement) and proper ASL sentence structure. Late-Deafened adults, serious high school students, and family members are invited to join the class. No previous sign language experience is necessary!