ASLD 1105: Introduction To Linguistics of ASL 1

Description

This course is an introduction to the foundational concepts of linguistics as they pertain to ASL structure. In the course, students will be introduced to basic phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and sociolinguistic structure of ASL. In addition, students will learn to identify basic sentence types, ASL classifiers, ASL grammar including mouthing, and finally compare ASL with other signed and spoken languages.

Credits

1.5

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Apply semantics to identify meaning and relationship of individual signs and sentences.
Identify and describe location, people, and things using appropriate classifiers (eg. descriptive, locative, instrumental, elemental).
Demonstrate ASL syntax of basic sentence types and word order.
Identify and describe the phonology (parts) of ASL.
Understand and demonstrate enhanced use in ASL of non-manual signals, ASL mouthing, and facial grammar.

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 15
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 12.5
Total Hours: 27.5

Instructional Strategies

This course may be delivered face-to-face, blended or online. Instructional strategies will include activities in pairs, small group discussions/practice, presentations and class interaction. The class may use video assessment technologies such as GoReact.

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F)

Passing grade

B- (68%)

Evaluation Plan

Type	Percentage	Assessment activity
Participation	0-10%	Participation
Assignments	30-40%	Short expressive assessment
Quizzes/Tests	30-40%	Production Tests - Expressive assessment
Project	10-20%	Final Project Assessment

Course topics

Syntax- Basic Sentence Types and Word order
Phonology- Parameters and Stokoe System
Semantics- Relationship and meaning
Classifier Types
ASL mouthing - Non Manual Signs

Learning resources

Linguistics of American Sign Language: An Introduction, 5th Edition, (2011)

Notes:

Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.