ASL 281 - American Sign Language Field Experience/Practicum I

Credits: 4
Instructional Contact Hours: 5

Provides field placement and practicum to apply expressive and receptive skills in a real world setting using American Sign Language. Emphasizes hands-on experience through interaction with members of the Deaf community. Must have approval from the program coordinator. May be subjected to passing a background check by an appropriate agency

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “B” in all classes: ASL 111, ASL 112, ASL 113, ASL 114, ASL 200W, ASL 211, and ASL 212. Three of the following courses: COM 114W, COM 222, COM 224W, COM 245W, IHU 280W, PSY 101W, and PSY 211W.
Corequisite(s): N/A
Lecture Hours: 10 Lab Hours: 60
Pass/NoCredit: Yes

Outcomes and Objectives

Successfully complete 60 hours of field experience/practicum
Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with members of the Deaf Community
Maintain a journal chronicling experiences and detailing settings.
Demonstrate cooperation and efforts in good faith with supervisors.