DCS 217 - Translation Applications of Asl

Institution:

Saint Louis Community College-Meramec

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Description:

This is a skill development course based on English written text analysis and American Sign Language equivalent meaning and appropriate interpretation with conceptual accuracy. Students will engage in the analysis, discussion and translation of ASL and/or English texts from one language into the other. Student demonstration of translations will be used to discuss meaning of message and degrees of equivalency. The discourse style of American English and Sign Language usage will be analyzed to distinguish the patterns of low and high context usage, linguistic structure and cultural differences. Prerequisites: DCS:216 with a grade of "C" or better or concurrent enrollment in DCS:216 and Reading Proficiency.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stlcc.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 984-7500

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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