9 courses with the subject ASL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ASL 101Elementary American Sign Language I3
This is an introductory course in American Sign Language (ASL) which is used by the majority of deaf people in the United States and Canada. Learning is structured through an approach which encourages natural conversational interaction, basic grammatical constructs, and Sign vocabulary. The importance of expressive and receptive practice is emphasized. Students are also introduced to deaf culture and social/community services which assist the deaf.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in American Sign Language [ASL] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in American Sign Language that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may also be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course.
ASL 102 for any Special Topics course in American Sign Language at the 200-level or above.
ASL 201Intermediate American Sign Language I3
ASL 201 is a continuation of ASL 102, building on the vocabulary and grammatical concepts acquired in level one. Focus shifts from learning vocabulary and concepts to applying them in conversational activities. Awareness, appreciation, and a deep understanding of the Deaf culture are also heavily emphasized in 201. These goals can be met if you first recognize the key to learning any language is to be open minded, patient, and committed to practice. Emphasis is on both expressive and receptive signing. The use of facial expressions and body language is paramount to this language; ASL is not a direct translation of English, rather a beautiful and unique form of expression.
A continuation of ASL 201, this course enables students to enhance their natural conversational interaction, grammatical constructs and ASL vocabulary acquisition through more advanced exercises and nuanced explorations of deal culture.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in American Sign Language [ASL] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in American Sign Language that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may also be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in American Sign Language [ASL] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in American Sign Language that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may also be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in American Sign Language [ASL] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in American Sign Language that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may also be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course.
Credit Varies Qualified students who seek individualized advanced study in some area of American Sign Language that is not covered in scheduled courses may apply for an Independent Study Project (ISP). Students assume responsibility for special readings and research under the supervision of a designated faculty member. As a minimum requirement for this project, the student is expected to submit a substantial essay/project that demonstrates extensive learning and competence in American Sign Language. Regular meetings with faculty and completion of all assignments are required.
