American Sign Language  3 (ASL 3) 
Prerequisite:  ASL 1 and 2
This class will build on the vocabulary and our understanding of sentence structure of ASL that we have already learned.  We will continue to learn new words, deepen our understanding of the language, and study the culture and history of the Deaf culture.  We will practice ASL by taking three or four trips to local businesses where we will use only ASL to communicate.  We may do some research on the Deaf culture and their history.  
 
Grade:  HS 9:00-10:00    I realize this is their third year of foreign language so I will not set the minimum at 6 but will teach any students that enroll that have completed ASL 2      in good standing and with a grade of C or higher plus an attendance record of 80%.  Attendance is critical as we will not rely on the book and much will be learned through classroom participation and interaction. 
 
Instructor:  Janet Crouch
 
Fees:  $35 + $20 fee for the year.  
 
Text:  The same textbook from ASL 1 and 2 will be used.  We will use the text to learn some new vocabulary but will mostly gain knowledge through interaction and lecture (ASL) in class.   Some of the material (including a DVD) I will use will be college level material.   
 
I have purchased a DVD to use with Learning American Sign Language (by Tom Humphries) and also a DVD from Signing Naturally.  Students DO NOT need to purchase the DVD’s.  I play them in class so students can see dialogue between two ASL speaking people.  The second DVD is more advanced and a storytelling activity.  The longer video enables ASL 2 deeper receptive practice in a fun way.  
 
Course Description:  
This ASL class is a continuation of ASL I and 2.  We have a good foundation of vocabulary and short sentences from that class, including fingerspelling, numbers, introduction, pledge of allegiance, and some songs.  This class will continue to add vocabulary and will implement the use of sentences each week.  We will again learn songs and scripture but will also be using the language in the community.  Some test grades will be given, but I will also be giving class participation grades. 
 
 
Additional source, but not required:
The Oklahoma School for the Deaf in Sulphur, Oklahoma, offers an ASL 1 and ASL 2 online class.  It is a wonderful way to be able to practice on a daily basis.  Classes, even though online, are limited so when the window to enroll is open, I highly recommend enrolling immediately in this class.  If students took ASL 1 (OSD), I would recommend ASL 2.  However, if you did not take the online class, I recommend ASL 1 in the fall and ASL 2 in the spring in conjunction with this class.  For ASL 3, these online courses would serve as a review of vocabulary.