High School American Sign Language 2 Course
Building on the robust foundation of our American Sign Language 1 course, ASL 2 at Excel High School offers students an immersive and comprehensive journey into more advanced aspects of this expressive language. Our course is uniquely crafted, incorporating short video-based demonstrations alongside reinforcing lectures, ensuring you master the subtleties of ASL with precision and grace.
Yet, ASL 2 isn't just about mastering advanced signs. It's a deep dive into the rich tapestry of deaf history, culture, and heritage. Learn about the advancements in accessibility regulations, delve into the innovations in assistive technologies, and gain insights into the perceptions and experiences of the deaf community. As you advance in your ASL journey, you'll not only enrich your communication skills but also gain a deeper appreciation for the resilience, culture, and contributions of the Deaf community. With us, every sign you make connects you to a story, a history, and a community. Join Excel High School and deepen your ASL journey.
American Sign Language 2
Course Syllabus
American Sign Language 2 builds on the foundation established in American Sign Language 1. This course uses useful educational enhancements, such as short video-based illustrations of various signs as well as reinforcing lecture videos, in order to help students confidently communicate in ASL. This course also increases students' awareness of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community by covering topics such as accessibility regulations, assistive technologies, deaf history, and deaf perceptions.
Textbook: American Sign Language 2 - © Excel Education Systems, Inc. - 2023
Course Objectives:
- Learn advanced communication in American Sign Language
- Perform signs related to daily routines, leisure activities, trips, conflict resolution, and more
- Describe important aspects of Deaf heritage, Deaf culture, and the Deaf community
Course Contents
- Introduction to ASL 2
- Modifiers - Morphemes and Classifiers
- Developments in ASL
- Education & Culture in ASL
- Emergency Situations
- Leisure Activities
- Restoring Healing
- Daily Routine
- Deaf History
- Looking at the Hearing World While Deaf
- Body Movements
- Grammar
- Art & Culture Within the Deaf Community
- Outdoor Activities
Grading Scale
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = under 59%
Grade Weighting
Unit Quizzes.........................35%
Writing Assignments.........35%
Mid-Term/Final Exams......30%
Total.......................................100%
How Much Does It Cost?
$225
per course
Standard high school courses are priced at an affordable $225 each. This cost-effective rate makes quality education accessible for every student.
Enrolling is Easy!
Step One
Begin the Enrollment Process
When you're ready to take the next step towards your education, simply click 'Enroll Now'. This will direct you to our dedicated student information system, Learnstage. Once there, simply click 'Enroll Now' located in the top right corner of the page.
Step Two
Create Your Learn Stage Account
Next, you'll be asked to create your student account. This process begins with entering a valid email address and selecting a secure password. Following this, you'll be prompted to provide some essential information such as the students full name, date of birth, and address. On the last page, you will be asked to choose a security question.
Step Three
Submit Payment
Single course options at Excel High School range in price depending on their difficulty. Single course prices are below:
- Standard High School Courses: $225
- Honors High School Courses: $325
- (AP) High School Courses: $599
Step Five
You're Ready To Start!
Once your payment has been received, you'll get an email with your student account details. This will be your portal to submit any previous academic transcripts, view vital account information, and navigate other critical resources. Your classes will be added automatically and adjusted based on your submitted transcripts (if applicable).
