ASL 100 - Orientation to Acquisition of ASL as an Adult (2 CR.)

Presents a brief introduction to the U.S. Deaf community, focusing on the differences in language and literature. Introduces many common pitfalls experienced by adults when acquiring ASL as a second language. Provides students with an experience bridging spoken English and ASL via use of visual-gestural, nonverbal communication. Lecture 2 hours per week.