You will learn the linguistic fundamentals of ASL and how to use it as your second language in socio-cultural context
Learn a second language that originated over 200 years ago. Recognized as a legitimate language with a unique grammar, syntax, vocabulary and classifiers, American Sign Language (ASL) is used by about a million Canadians and Americans.
You will learn the linguistic fundamentals of ASL and how to use it as your second language in socio-cultural context. Our courses cover the culture, history and perspectives on the language and the ASL community in Canada. Explore how this community integrates into broader Canadian society and the socio-cultural values of the ASL community.
Whether you are studying ASL as a new language or improving your existing skills, you will develop the expertise and mindset using ASL in different academic and professional contexts.
In an increasingly globalized world, the ability to speak more than one language is a highly valued commodity. In addition, the study of structure, history, and development of language helps to create strong communicators with the skills to work in a multitude of professions.
The Department of Languages, Literatures & Linguistics gives you the opportunity to study an additional language, while learning about the culture and science behind human language.
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Experience the rich variety of language, culture and literatures courses offered at the Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics. Learn a new language, experience a new culture and enrich your imagination with DLLL's degree-granting programs.
American Sign Language course is offered by Greater Essex County District School Board. Our courses are taught by highly qualified and experienced teacher who are extremely dedicated to ensuring you leave with all the necessary skills to broaden your horizons and never be lost for words again.
This program is designed to increase your fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and help you to gain knowledge of Deaf culture and Deaf history so that you can effectively interact with Deaf individuals.
This course introduces foundations of American Sign Language including linguistic perspectives, dialogue skill set, vocabulary, and syntax. Instruction may also include sociocultural contexts regarding the Deaf community, culture, and history.
American Sign Language (ASL) is the third most popular foreign language, leading third in language course enrolments in post-secondary institutions in the U.S. after Spanish and French, according to Modern Language Association (2016).
This is an introductory class with a focus on signing the alphabet, numbers, commonly used pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs and simple phrase of two or three words
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