This course is the second course in the introductory American Sign Language (ASL) course sequence. This course aims to improve conversation skills in ASL, review and refine knowledge of basic grammar, broaden vocabulary, develop ASL-English translation skills, and increase awareness of Deaf culture. Students will develop their ASL skills through in-class interactive activities, and out-of-class readings and exercises.

This course offers intensive practice in American Sign Language (ASL) through learning specialized vocabulary, analyzing grammar, developing ASL-English translation skills, signing in different forms of discourse, and discussing ASL literary works and Deaf culture.