American Sign Lang & Deaf Stds - Amricn Sign Language V

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This course is the expanded study of ASL IV with emphasis on increased conversation skills, vocabulary, storytelling, knowledge of Deaf culture and the Deaf community. Vocabulary is enhanced through the introduction of various content areas dealing with current events, world affairs, literature, the arts and abstract ideas. Students participate in-group discussions, speculate, make analogies, give instructions, and express feelings and intentions. This course is offered at the 500 and 700 level with additional assignments at the 700 Level. Not open to students with credit in ASLD 705. Prerequisite: ASL IV with minimum grade of C or instructor approval. Students who have not taken ASL IV in more than 2 years or who believe they have ASL IV level proficiency are required to pass proficiency screening.