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Teaching ASL II and III in same class

by Maggi

Jul 23, 2010

I just found out I'll be teaching a split level class thiss year. I tried it with a smaller group for ASL III & IV several years ago and it didn't work. I told my administrators that and they said it was the only way to have an ASL III class this year. I think they're planning on a total of about 22 students (only about 8 are ASL III).

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ASL Instructor On 7/23/10, Maggi wrote:

Hello Maggie,

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Jul 27, 2010

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Brent the ASL teacher Hello...

I taught ASL 2/3 combined classes as well as ASL 3/4 combined classes. I don't know what curriculum you use but I was using the Signing Naturally VISTA series. To make it work for the 2/3 class, they each had their own curriculum (2=pink, 3 = yellow). I would teach each level their own individual unit signs and then assign them t...See MoreHello...

I taught ASL 2/3 combined classes as well as ASL 3/4 combined classes. I don't know what curriculum you use but I was using the Signing Naturally VISTA series. To make it work for the 2/3 class, they each had their own curriculum (2=pink, 3 = yellow). I would teach each level their own individual unit signs and then assign them the corresponding homework. I would demonstrate appropriate signing of the concepts and goals of the chapter and then they had time to practice with each other while I worked with the other level. I was fortunate to have a block schedule in that I had 82 minutes per class period. This was plenty of time to focus on both levels individually. Once each level did their corresponding practice and what not, they all came together and we spent 1-2 days going over everyone demonstrating how to sign concepts. I relied on student feedback (respectful & constructive feedback mind you). I also paired a Level 2 with a Level 3 to make sure they had someone who was more experienced (the level 3 student for the level 2 student) and someone who they could practice with that either "got it" or didn't (Level 2 for the level 3).

I also assigned a lot of historical and cultural homework appropriate to the levels. Students were also assigned a major homework assignment/project (usually a song to sign) and specifics related to breaking the lyrics down into conceptual meanings, figuring out the appropriate signs to use to create what the meaning of the song was to the student, etc.

As far as the cultural & historical, students were assigned books that spoke to both. I use "In This Sign" as well as "Everyone Here Spoke Sign Language" in my advanced level ASL classes. For my Level 1 students, I use the novel A Loss For Words by LouAnn Walker. Hope this helps.

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> I just found out I'll be teaching a split level class thiss >> year. I tried it with a smaller group for ASL III & IV >> several years ago and it didn't work. I told my >> administrators that and they said it was the only way to >> have an ASL III class this year. I think they're planning >> on a total of about 22 students (only about 8 are ASL III). >> >> Does anyone have any experience with this...any ideas for >> keeping one group busy while working with the other? We >> have a language lab, but I can't use it everyday. Also the >> videos are shown on a big smartboard, so it will be even >> more distracting for the other group. >> >> Any suggestions will be really appreciated!

Aug 11, 2010

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ASL Teacher

by Ayorkor

Jul 23, 2010

Hello, my name is Ayorkor Ahene and I am an ASL teacher. I travel through the Maryland area teaching ASL and I work full time as a sign language interpreter. If anyone wants to learn sign language I can teach you. Give me a call or email at (443)650-8180, [email removed]]

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ASL Interpreter

by Dawn Stolte

Aug 22, 2010

I am a sign language interpreter looking for work in Ky or Ohio preferrably in the Cincinnati area. If anyone knows of a job in these areas for interpreting please let me know. My other message is below, although I won't be moving to michigan now. Please keep me posted if any vacancies in the school system k-8 become available for interpreting. Tha...See More

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Speech Therapy and Sign Language

by Christina

Sep 7, 2010

As a speech major, it is learned that many clients such as young children often benefit from the use of sign language. Sign language is incorporated into some therapy, as a way to communicate. How can I integrate a SMART board into a therapy program that involves sign language?

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American Sign Language (ASL) Tutor

by Diana Meade

Sep 21, 2010

I have been tutoring college students in the Interpreter Training program, children through the Early Intervention program, adults sign language. If anyone wants to learn sign language or improve their signing, you may email me at [email removed].

I also teach classes and workshops.

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Jennifer On 9/21/10, Diana Meade wrote: > I have been tutoring college students in the Interpreter > Training program, children through the Early Intervention > program, adults sign language. If anyone wants to learn > sign language or improve their signing, you may email me at > [email removed];

Hello Diana,

Where are yo...See More

Oct 28, 2010

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Diana mEADE On 10/15/10, Breanna wrote: > On 9/21/10, Diana Meade wrote: >> I have been tutoring college students in the Interpreter >> Training program, children through the Early Intervention >> program, adults sign language. If anyone wants to learn >> sign language or improve their signing, you may email me at >> [email rem...See More

Nov 11, 2010

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Classroom management in ASL

by Sharon Deering

Oct 1, 2010

I supervise foreign language teachers in our district. In ASL I have a hearing-impaired teacher who is teaching Level I. He is having some serious behavioral issues in his class. Can anyone suggest some resources or professional development to address this?

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Sharon Deering I appreciate the help. However, my situation is with high schoolers on A/B block schedule. The teacher sees them 90 minutes every other day.

On 10/01/10, Leah wrote: > Two articles that MAY be helpful are: Elementary Classroom > Rules and Management and 25 Ways to Obtain Children's > Attention in a School Setting. Just click below...See More

Oct 2, 2010

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Sally I had this same problem. That I missed what was going on. Maybe if you taught a class and let the teacher watch what is going on it might help. What I have decided to do is have a rule only one person is allowed to speak at one time. Maybe suggest they read first days of school. It does work on a A/B schedule. Tell them to send someone either into ...See More

Dec 23, 2010

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ASL preschool resources

by jo

Oct 1, 2010

If you are a ASL teacher or working with a preschool child, check out Making Learning Fun. There are books that model popular children's books like Brown Bear, Brown Bear with ASL pictures.

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Free Sign Language Class at Wall Twp NJ

by Diana

Oct 12, 2010

One time Free Basic Sign Language class Recreation Dept, Wall NJ Nov 16th, 7 to 830 p.m. Contact Diana Meade at [email removed]

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American sign language project for my honors class

by Breanna Grigg

Oct 15, 2010

Is it important to make eye contact when just having a normal day to day conversation? Is it different that having an educational conversation or another kind of conversation? How do you express sarcasm? Are there a lot of words you have to spell out rather than have an exact sign designated? Is there anything else you feel I should know as a stude...See More

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Universal Sign Language?

by delehla

Oct 22, 2010

Is the American sign language taught and understood only in America? Is there also a universal sign language, and if so, what are the advantages/disadvantages of learning it versus the ASL?

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John Schumacher Sign Language is as universal as any other language. Sign Language in America is diverse from region to region, state to state. Canadian version of ASL if different than American version of ASL. ASL has as much in common with FSL as Spanish in Portugal would have with Spanish in Mexico. (barely similar but wildly diverse in meaning). As an American...See More

Dec 27, 2010

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Sara On 12/27/10, John Schumacher wrote: > Sign Language is as universal as any other language.

ASL is not universal - it is somewhat international but certainly not globally used. There is no one sign language that is used across the globe. ASL is used in some African countries.

I don't know how close FSL and ASL are - I defer to J...See MoreOn 12/27/10, John Schumacher wrote: > Sign Language is as universal as any other language.

ASL is not universal - it is somewhat international but certainly not globally used. There is no one sign language that is used across the globe. ASL is used in some African countries.

I don't know how close FSL and ASL are - I defer to John on that question. When I asked Big D deaf people who attend international conferences how they communicate with each other, they sign back to me - "we manage".

I'm from Philadelphia which has an old and well-established school for the Deaf/deaf here and it uses ASL but being an old school, there are signs used here that are specific to Philadelphia. When two Americans sign, others can often recognize if the person is from Philadelphia.

It's interesting because Philadelphia has an accent all its own in spoken speech and signs all its own in sign language.

Sign > Language in America is diverse from region to region, state to > state. Canadian version of ASL if different than American > version of ASL. ASL has as much in common with FSL as Spanish in > Portugal would have with Spanish in Mexico. (barely similar but > wildly diverse in meaning). As an American Sign Language > teacher, I would love to teach in Canada but I would recognize > the fact that Canadian ASL would be different not only with > America but also within the Canadian province to province. > > Sincerly, > > John Schumacher, ASL Teacher > BA - ASL Studies - Gallaudet University 2006 > Omaha, Nebraska USA > > On 12/27/10, Kenny wrote: >> No, ASL is used in some countries other than America. Canada >> uses ASL. Some African countries use ASL. ASL was derived >> from French, I have never seen FSL but Ive heard it was >> similar in some ways. But I believe Canada is the only >> country that uses 100% ASL as other countries are more of a.. >> mixed or altered ASL but easily understood. >> >> There is an international sign language but there is not >> really an EXACT way to do it. Intl sign is more of a mix of >> your language, their language and a few true intl signs. Sign >> Language is mostly body language so it makes communication >> much easier. >> >> More questions, [email removed]?

Dec 28, 2010

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