$285
Basic ASL Vocabulary for Young Learners 1
This 12-week class provides comprehensive and engaging American Sign Language instruction for children aged 6-10, equipping them with fundamental communication skills in a supportive and interactive environment. Children will learn about the world around them, while learning ASL vocabulary, phrases, and sentences.
In this ASL class for children aged 6-10 (1st-4th grade), learners will work at their own pace learning basic ASL signs related to a certain topic. There will be no in-person classes. This class aims to provide a comprehensive and engaging learning experience through video lessons and ASL projects.
It is important to note that, to be fully immersed in the course, you need to purchase the ASL Class Activity Workbook and ASL Flashcards. This can be found at faithinliteracy.com (class bundle for $35.99). This bundle includes the 268 page activity book and 310 ASL flashcards. (They can also be purchased separately, see below)
All Sales are Final. There are NO refunds.
Weekly Schedule:
Each week the students will have a lesson video to watch (on average 35-45 minutes in length). There are built-in pauses in the video to encourage interaction between the student and the teacher. To help your child on their journey in this course, each week your child will also have:
* Weekly Checklist
* Flashcards (purchased at faithinliteracy.com)
* ASL song video from lesson
* Flashcard Vocabulary video to help with signs (also with some bonus signs)
* ASL Class Activity Workbook (purchased at faithinliteracy.com)
I will also be encouraging your child to complete different ASL video projects to demonstrate their understanding of the topic and signs, as well as participate in any "pop" quizzes or cumulative reviews.
Instructor-Student Interaction:
In addition to interacting with the instructor through questions, discussion, and feedback on homework and projects (Google Classroom or Email), the instructor and student can have periodically "check-in's" to evaluate the learner’s needs and progress together.
The instructor is available for “Office Hours” to meet with the learner over Zoom once every 6 week section of the course, if needed. For example, Weeks 1-6 = 1 Zoom Check-in; Weeks 7-12 = 1 Zoom Check-in (So, 2 times per course.). Contact the instructor if you want this Zoom Check-in.
At the end of the program, the students will have a solid foundation in basic ASL, covering the outlined topics.
Teaching Method:
My teaching approach is highly interactive and engaging. I focus on Science of Reading strategies with a structured literacy approach. I will use TpT, Faith in Literacy, Kahoot, and Core Knowledge materials and resources, among others. Each session combines a variety of teaching methods, including:
1. Customized Reading Materials: Tailored reading materials and exercises.
2. Storytelling: Use of engaging stories and narratives.
3. Interactive Games: Fun and educational games to reinforce learning.
4. Visual Aids: Utilization of images, charts, and videos to enhance understanding.
5. Discussion: Encouraging learners to share thoughts and questions.
6. Reviews: Regular informal assessments to track progress.
Learner Interaction:
Learners will have ample opportunities to interact with me throughout the class. Interaction methods may include:
1. Discussion: Engaging in conversations about the reading material.
2. Interactive Games: Playing games to reinforce concepts.
3. Singing & Signing: Singing songs related to the topic & vocabulary words.
4. Show and Tell: Encouraging learners to share their thoughts and stories.
Required Experience/Knowledge:
No prior experience or knowledge of sign language is required. This class is designed for beginners, making it accessible to all children, regardless of their background. This class is open to hearing, deaf, and hard-of-hearing children.
Pricing:
$285 for 12 week Course ($23.75/wk)
Learner Supply List:
General Materials That May Be Needed:
Notebook/Paper
Folder
Pencil/Pen
Access to Kahoot
Access to Video Recorder (Computer, Phone, or Tablet)
(Optional) Material Packet, "Tiny Hands, Big Signs Self Paced Course 1 Activity Bundle" found at www.faithinliteracy.com. ($35.99 for the Bundle)
(Optional) Workbook included in the "Tiny Hands, Big Signs Self Paced Course 1 Activity Bundle" is sold separately and can be found at www.faithinliteracy.com ($29.99)
(Optional) Flashcards are include in the "Activity Bundle", but can be purchased separately at faithinliteracy.com ($5/pack). There are 3 different packs available. Each pack includes 6 weeks of vocabulary words/signs.
Teacher:
Melodie Courtney is an educator with over 25 years in the field. She has a BS in Early Childhood & Elementary Education, a MS in Deaf Education, and an M.Ed. in Education with a Reading Specialist Endorsement. She has worked in a variety of educational settings, including online. Melodie has worked as a classroom teacher and a reading teacher/specialist in schools for the Deaf. She continues to work with children in special education.
Parent Guidance:
Parents may be given materials that need to be cut out or prepared ahead of time. This involves the use of scissors, which is a potential hazard.
Sources:
- Bedrock Vocabulary
- Core Knowledge Curriculum
- Google Slides
- YouTube
- Google Classroom
Legal Notice: As this course is hosted on a third-party platform (Google Classroom), access and functionality are subject to the platform's terms of service. We reserve the right to modify access protocols or transition content to alternative platforms without notice to maintain service continuity.
Access terms, course curriculum, and platform availability are subject to change at the sole discretion of Faith in Literacy. While we strive to provide advance notice of significant updates, we reserve the right to make modifications without prior notification. It is the responsibility of the user to review these terms periodically.
Term Conditions: Access to any Faith in Literacy Video Course in the Google Classroom environment is granted for a duration of twelve (12) months beginning on the date of purchase. Following this period, the user will be unenrolled from the classroom. Please note that while the Classroom interface access expires, any personal work saved by the student to their own Google Drive remains their property, though access to shared proprietary course videos and documents will be revoked.