ASL – American Sign Language 1 & 2

• Tutor:  Chelsea Hertz

We will dive into learning everyday “talk” in American Sign Language! We will try to immerse ourselves by keeping a “no-voice” environment (except on designated days). This will help us practice the language and our receptive skills and become better at charades (I promise it’ll be important later!)

We will not only focus on the language alone, but also Deaf history and culture. We will gain a basic knowledge of different forms of sign languages out there and how American Sign Language is different from those.

We will have Deaf visitors to teach on important topics, for exposure to the language and norms as well as interpreters. It will be highly encouraged to attend at least one Deaf social or event.