ASL 101 - American Sign Language I

Institution:

Central Maine Community College

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Description:

3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop) 3 hrs/wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks This course introduces students to American Sign Language (ASL), including an examination of the cultural values and rules of behavior of the Deaf community in the United States. In developing conversational competence in ASL, the course covers the following: sign vocabulary, finger spelling, manual numbering system, basic sentence patterns of ASL, correct use of idioms, receptive and expressive language activities; and Deaf/deaf culture in North America. Prerequisite: Fluency in English strongly recommended.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cmcc.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 755-5100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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