Description:

The study of intermediate American Sign Language will continue in this course. It is designed to further intermediate communication skills in American Sign Language. Information about the linguistic and cultural features will be included in the context of language learning experiences. 6 hrs. lecture/wk. INTR 123, FL 271 and ASL 123 are the same courses; only enroll in one.

Associated Costs: These are additional (out-of-pocket) expense considerations that students should expect in addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks. $10 to $40.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Demonstrate mid/high intermediate skills in the receptive and expressive competencies in ASL grammar/structure.
2. Demonstrate a mid/high intermediate sign vocabulary.
3. Demonstrate receptive and expressive competencies in ASL conversations at the mid/high intermediate level.
4. Demonstrate increased awareness of specific influences on the culture and community of Deaf individuals.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Demonstrate Proficiency in Manual/Physical Coordination
   A. Communicate the context of a message using manual and physical
coordination in ASL 
   B. Demonstrate receptive and expressive competencies in ASL
conversations at the mid/high intermediate level.

II. Demonstrate Receptive and Expressive Competencies in ASL Conversations
at the Mid/High Intermediate Level.
   A. Narrate unforgettable moments 
      1. Receive and express passing, throwing, spilling, tripping and
falling
      2. Receive and express information about injuries and mishaps
      3. Use appropriate language to express kissing, hugging and poking
in a Deaf culture setting.
      4. Receive and express information about unforgettable moments
   B. Share interesting facts
      1. Receive and express information about the whole-part of facts
      2. Receive and express listing facts and comparing facts
      3. Receive and express information about illustrating a fact
   C. Explain rules
      1. Receive and express information about different rules we live by
      2. Practice card games and group games
   D. Tell about accidents
      1. Receive and express information about accidents with horses
      2. Receive and express information about accidents with
transportation
      3. Describe an accident

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Expressive/Receptive Tests      60% of grade
Final Exam                      25% of grade 
Papers on Deaf Social Functions  3% of grade
Videotape Project                2% of grade 
Pop Quizzes                     10% of grade
 Total                         100%

Grading Criteria:
 93 - 100% = A
 85 -  92% = B
 78 -  84% = C
 70 -  77% = D
  0 -  69% = F

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.