Introduction to American Sign Language – DFW

Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL)

Now Extended to TEN SESSIONS STARTING AUGUST 29, 2012 — Wed. 6-8p 169

Instructors: Suzanne Terrio, Ed.M.,MA,CSC,CIC

Co-Taught by LeRoy Terrio, DEAF

Students will learn the parameters of ASL, such as handshapes, spatial
relationships, two-handed vs. one handed signs, palm orientation,
facial grammar, non-manual markers, speed and intensity of signs and
how it affects meaning.

Students will experience aspects of Deaf Culture, such as having a name
sign, hand-waving to call attention, where it is appropriate and how to
tap a deaf person to establish eye contact for face-to- face
communication.

This introductory course will clear up myths and misconceptions many
people have toward ASL and Deaf people. In just 5 weeks, students will
know how to:

Communicate with a Deaf person through gestures, simple signs, and the
interpreting process;

Use basic “WH” questions–Who, What, Where, How, When, Why
Apply simple grammatical rules such as noun and adjective placement
Receptively and expressively use ASL pronouns; signs for family
members; signs for common household objects and furnishings; and basic
noun verb pairs, such as sit vs. chair, scissors vs. cut
Identify compound signs, which require more than two-hand shapes, such
as brother or sister.

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Code: 122IAS100-D
Dates: August 29 – October 31, 2012 Check for other dates
Meets: Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, 10 Sessions

Instructor: Suzanne Terrio

Fee: $169 Fee Breakdown

Notes: Textbook Suggested: “American Sign Language Concise Dictionary”,
by Martin L.A. Sternberg, available at the SMU Bookstore, 3060
Mockingbird at Airline, 214-768-2435.

There are still openings remaining at this time.

On-line registration is not available at this time. Please contact our
office for more information.

Support Person: SMU Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE)
Phone: 214-768-2273 Email: [email protected]

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Code: 122IAS100-D

Dates: August 29 – October 31, 2012 Check for other dates
Meets: Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, 10 Sessions
Instructor: Suzanne Terrio
Fee: $169 Fee Breakdown
Textbook Suggested: “American Sign Language Concise Dictionary”, by
Martin L.A. Sternberg, available at the SMU Bookstore, 3060 Mockingbird
at Airline, 214-768-2435.

Notes:
There are still openings remaining at this time.

On-line registration is not available at this time. Please contact our
office for more information.

Support Person: SMU Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE)
Phone: 214-768-2273 Email: [email protected]

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