American Sign Language Classes
Perspectives offers ASL classes at levels ranging from beginner to advanced in a friendly, fun, and supportive environment!
American Sign Language Classes
Perspectives offers ASL classes at levels ranging from beginner to advanced in a friendly, fun, and supportive environment!
Class Schedule
Adults and youth ages 16 and up are eligible to register for American Sign Language classes at Perspectives.
Classes meet once per week, for 2 hours, and continue for 10 weeks unless otherwise noted.
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ASL TRUE+WAY | LEVEL 1a
This is a 'voice off' class where students will begin using the new digital TRUE+WAY ASL curriculum covering Unit 1 (Welcome to the Deaf World!) and Unit 2 (Academics). Students signing up for this level may range from no sign experience to moderate sign experience. Topics covered include; Immersion, Learning ASL, the 'Alphabet' and Handshapes, ASL parameters and signing space, introductions, and many other exciting topics. Students will begin to develop ASL grammar comprehension along with receptive and expressive skills at this level. Information on Deaf culture and awareness will also be integrated into this class.
Cost: $150
ASL TRUE+WAY | LEVEL 2a
This class continues with the new digital TRUE+WAY ASL curriculum covering Unit 7 (It's All About Food), Unit 8 (People Among Us) and Unit 9 (My Home). As in Levels 1a, 1b and 1c, this class will be held completely 'voice off' and will focus on using learned vocabulary to create conversations and discussion using ASL grammar and structure. Examples of topics of discussion include; various food such as fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, sweets, drinks, regional cuisines, and recipes.
Prerequisite: TRUE+WAY ASL 1a,1b and 1c.
Cost: $150
ASL TRUE+WAY | LEVEL 1b
This class continues with the new digital TRUE+WAY ASL curriculum covering Unit 3 (Family and Relationships) and Unit 4 (Residences and Communities). As in Level 1a, this class will be held completely 'voice off' and will focus on using learned vocabulary to create conversations and discussion using ASL grammar and structure. Examples of topics of discussion include; family, friends and pets, relationship status, employment status, life milestones, transportation, residences, and neighborhoods. Possible addition of Unit 5 (Scheduling) and Unit 6 (Good Times) depending on pace of class. Prerequisite: TRUE+WAY ASL 1a or similar coursework.
Cost: $150
ASL TRUE+WAY | LEVEL 1c
This class continues with the new digital TRUE+WAY ASL curriculum covering Unit 5 (Scheduling) and Unit 6 (Good Times). As in Level 1a and 1b, this class will be held completely 'voice off' and will focus on using learned vocabulary to create conversations and discussion using ASL grammar and structure. Examples of topics of discussion include; calendar and time expressions, events, errands, daily activities and frequency, insights and skills, hobbies and interests, sports and recreation along with vacation and snacks. Prerequisite: TRUE+WAY ASL 1a and 1b or similar coursework.
Cost: $150
CLASSIFIERS: Talk Less, Express More
This class will focus on the 8 types of Classifiers in ASL. In attending this class it will help students develop the skill of internalizing and using classifiers in situations such as work, storytelling or every day conversations. Students are required to finish TWA 1C or like course work to register for this class.
Cost: $150
