ASL Constructing Process

Course Provider:

Deaf Services Canada, Eversa

Course Type:

free

The ASL Constructing Process eCourse is part of the ASL as a Second Language Professional Development series. This course will discuss the process and framework of the ASL constructing process and strategies for teaching ASL construction. This course is taught by Heather Gibson, OCT, and Margaret Nixon Chorniak, 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 Acknowledgement
Table of Contents
Learning Goals
Success Criteria and Minds-On
ACTIVITY: Minds-On
Curriculum Context and Features of the Curriculum
ASL as a Second Language Curriculum Framework and Strands
Assessment, Evaluation & Reporting: Levels of Achievement Chart
Pedagogical Supports – Teacher Supports
Instructional Tip(s)
ASL Glossary, Appendix A, and Appendix B
ASL Constructing Process (1/2)
ASL Constructing Process & Literacy
1. Planning
2. Drafting
3. Revising
4. Editing