This self-paced course, expertly curated by linguist Prof Anne Baker, introduces you to conversational SASL, delves into aspects of Deaf culture and enriches both your personal and professional life.
This self-paced course, expertly curated by linguist Prof Anne Baker, introduces you to conversational SASL, delves into aspects of Deaf culture and enriches both your personal and professional life.
Join us as we learn about Deaf culture and gain a deeper understanding of its impact on Deaf and non-Deaf communities. Then move on to learning SASL fundamentals and how to form basic sentences for meaningful interactions with Deaf people. Throughout this gradual introduction of SASL structure, the main objective will be to facilitate communication.
The flexible, self-paced approach lets you tailor your learning to suit your schedule. Content is structured into the following four comprehensive, segmented lessons to help you plan your learning effectively:
Each lesson is subdivided into sections, along with estimated timeframes to aid your study planning. We recommend adhering to the suggested sequence for optimal learning. Moreover, although you will be completing the course in your own time, we encourage you to maintain a consistent learning pace, as this facilitates memory retention and maximises your progress.
All course materials are provided in English with SASL video content. The SASL videos feature individual signs and brief sentences to hone your comprehension skills. You will also practise sign replication, ideally recording yourself while signing and comparing it to the video.
At the end of each lesson, a “Test yourself” section affords you an opportunity to gauge your progress.
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