ASL 1101

American Sign Language I

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Students with no previous background in American Sign Language (ASL) will be introduced to basic conversational techniques in ASL, including both expressive and receptive skills. Basic grammar and vocabulary will be covered, including explanations of the fundamental parts of a sign, proper use of fingerspelling, and the significance of non-manual features. Instruction will be supplemented with videos, allowing students to begin exploring the visual literature of the Deaf community in the United States. Readings and class discussions will acquaint students with American Deaf culture, history and education, and the historical development of ASL.

Enrollment Information REF-F25 Enrollment preference given to: College of Arts and Sciences students.

Fees REF-FA25 31.99. subscription to GoReact.com is required for the class. Pricing is subject to change, but is currently $31.99 per class.

Writing and Languages (LANG)

Distribution Requirements (FL-AG), (OCL-IL)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025WI, 2024FA, 2024SU, 2024SP

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