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AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 1

LINGUIS 351
Course Description

An introduction to elementary skills in production and comprehension of American Sign Language (ASL), with a communicative focus. Basics of ASL vocabulary, structure, and grammar, and the North American manual alphabet. Develop basic conversational abilities, culturally appropriate behaviors, and learn about the culture and history of Deaf communities.

Prerequisites

None

Satisfies
Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3.94

0.72% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

0.68% from Historical

A Rate
94.44%

2.72% from Historical

Class Size
18

-51.68% from Historical

Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2026 Summr)

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