ASL as a Second Language Curriculum

Course Provider:

Deaf Services Canada, Eversa

Course Type:

free

The ASL as a Second Language Curriculum eCourse is part of the ASL as a Second Language Professional Development series. This course will focus on the structure and content of the ASL as a Second Language curriculum and how to use the curriculum to assist with teaching ASL in Ontario high schools. This course is taught by Heather Gibson, OCT. The course is geared toward current and future teachers teaching ASL as a Second Language (LASBO) in Ontario.

NOTE: Although the content of this course was developed specifically for teachers who will be teaching ASL in Ontario high schools, this course is open to anyone (e.g., teachers from other provinces, community members, etc.).

ATTENTION: Please be aware that there will be no formal certificates or credentials issued for the ASL as a Second Language Professional Development. However, you will receive a recognition of completion at the end of the course.

Course Content

Introduction and Land Acknowledgment
Table of Contents
Icebreaker Poll
Background: ASL Curriculum Development Process
Learning Goals and Success Criteria
Minds-On
ACTIVITY: Minds-On
Curriculum Context and Features of the Curriculum
Curriculum Context and Exploring & Navigating ASL as a Second Language
ACTIVITY: Exploring & Navigating ASL as a Second Language
Curriculum Context
Vision and Goal Statement
ACTIVITY: Vision Statement
Examining and Identifying Key Words in the Goal Section
ACTIVITY: Examining & Identifying Key Words in the Goal Section
Curriculum Context
Vision and Goal Statement
ACTIVITY: Vision Statement
Examining & Identifying Key Words in the Goal Section
ACTIVITY: Examining & Identifying Key Words in the Goal Section