SIGN LANGUAGE 151 - Introduction to American Sign Language and Deaf Culture

Institution:

Northwest Missouri State University

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Description:

This course introduces awareness of the deaf culture along with the ability to understand simple conversations with an emphasis on the signing space and use of non-manual components. This includes an introduction to the manual alphabet, fingerspelling, numbers, culturally appropriate behaviors, and exposes students to basic ASL vocabulary and grammar. (F, S, SS)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.nwmissouri.edu

Phone Number:

(660) 562-1212

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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