Honors American Sign

Language Level 3
Ginny Moorefield
BA: American Sign Language, Gardner-Webb
University
RID:CI

ASLTA:Professional
NCITLB - 2005281
vmoorefield@eastwakeacademy.org
919-404-0444
Room 153
Revised 6/16

I.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is designed to deepen students understanding of American Sign Language as well as the Deaf
Culture, Community and history. Students will learn to use the linguistic structure of American Sign
Language (ASL) both receptively and expressively in various forms and lengths of presentation both formal
and informal. Students will also be exposed to Deaf Culture by having discussions on issues affecting the
Deaf with various members of the Deaf Community. Upon completion of th is course, students will be able to
participate in intermediate to advanced conversations in American Sign Language.
II.

STUDENT OBJECTIVES:

Completion of this course will result in the student:

A. Using the target language to engage in unrehearsed interpersonal communication
B. Understanding fiction and non-fiction concepts presented in the target language in lengths of
15-20 min
C. Using the language to present fiction and non-fiction information to an audience in lengths of
15-20 min
D. Exploring and independently using grammatical structures
E. Comparing and contrasting the students culture with the target culture
F. Demonstrating an appreciation for Diversity
** Students are prohibited from using this language inappropriately (IE interpreting in ANY situation as it
is illegal in NC to interpret without a license, using signs to cheat in or disrupt another class, using
inappropriate signs, or using the language in any way other than clear and open communication)

III.
STUDENT MATERIALS:
Group me This is a free app for the iPhone and Android that will allow students to stay connected
and text when they need help with anything. They can collaborate with each other in smaller
groups or with the class as a whole. We will do this on the first day of class REQUIRED

www.schoology.com (a free app is also available for iPhone and Android) REQUIRED

Access Code - 2C37M-N93TR

Students are required to check Schoology as assignments, reminders and notes will be
posted DAILY. Students are responsible for all assignments posted on Schoology up until
5:00 pm. Any assignment posted after this time will not be due the next day. Parents are

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also welcome to become members of this site to see what their students are doing in class,
however all requests for membership must be verified by the teacher. The site is
restricted to members of the ASL class and their parent/guardian. Please email Mrs.
Moorefield for your parent access code
Most homework assignments are REQUIRED to be posted to Schoology for grading.
Assignments will NOT be accepted through email, or any other means unless prior
approval is given
Most class sessions will be posted to YouTube (channel EWAASL) for any student who is
absent or who needs extra help

Consistent and dependable access to the internet and video recording/posting for daily assignments
and information REQUIRED
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IV.

Students are required to have consistent access to either a smart phone or computer with
webcam and recording capabilities. Assignments will be given in which the student must
record themselves signing and post the video file to Schoology. Video recording is the only
way these assignments can be turned in. If a student does not have these capabilities,
he/she must make arrangements to borrow a device for all assignments. Late work is not
accepted for any reason unless prior approval has been given.

GRADING POLICIES:

Students grade will be based on the following

scale and criteria:
A = 90-100
B = 80-89
C = 70-79
D = 60-69
F = 59 or below

QUARTERLY GRADE:
Daily Participation: 10%
Receptive skills 25%
Expressive skills 25%
Grammar 20%
Culture 20%
Final Exam 25% of Final Grade

V. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
Students will be responsible for:
A. Daily Participation ASL ONLY will be used during class time. There is no voicing
allowed during class time unless it is a discussion day. Any talking, texting, or
anything other than active listening will result in a grade of 50 for the day on the first
warning and a 0 for the day after the second warning. Sleeping for any length of
time is not permitted and will result in a 0 for the day. Students are welcomed to
stand at the back of the class to help them pay attention if needed.
B. Interpretive (Receptive) Activities, worksheets, assignments that will assess the
students ability to understand what is being signed to them.
C. Presentational (Expressive) Activities, video recordings, assignments that will
assess the students ability to express themselves in the target language. For all
presentational assignments, PLEASE WEAR SOLID COLORS NO SOLID WHITE,
STRIPES OR PATTERNS. Please do not record in front of windows or major light
sources. These will make the video portion difficult to read and could result in a
grading error. Also, while recording at home, please be dressed fully and
appropriately.
D. Grammar Activities, worksheets, assessments that will assess the students
understanding of the grammar of ASL
E. Cultural Activities, readings, assignments that will require the student to explore
the Deaf culture/history/technology etc and compare it with their own
F. Substitute days In the event that Mrs. Moorefield is absent, students will be given
an assignment to complete and turn in by the end of class. Students are held to the
highest of expectations on days when supervised by a substitute or other faculty
member.
G. If a student is absent, it is their responsibility to find out what was covered and
make up work that was missed. The goal is to be able to record and post all lessons
to YouTube so that students can review or catch up on what was missed
**NO ASSIGNMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED LATE UNLESS AN ARRANGMENT HAS BEEN MADE
WITH MRS. MOOREFIELD PRIOR TO THE DUE DATE OR UNLESS THE STUDENT WAS
ABSENT**
*Extra Credit is NOT given on an individual basis. There will be many opportunities for Extra
Credit throughout the semester and it is up to the student to take advantage of them*
V.
CLASSROOM RULES:
Students are expected to adhere to ALL of the following:
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B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.

Follow ALL school policies this includes uniforms

Take ownership of your own education
Respect Mrs. Moorefield, each other and yourself
Participation is mandatory
No food or drink (water in a bottle with lid is acceptable) in the classroom
No talking/texting or anything other than paying attention in class
Respect the language and the people who use it
Dishonesty of ANY kind will not be tolerated (see Student Handbook)
Conduct yourself in a fashion that represents the values of East Wake Academy at all
times

VI.

PROJECTED CLASS SCHEDULE

Because instruction time will depend on the students, themselves, a projected schedule of
assignments and activities will be posted weekly.
The Order of Topics:

Review of basic ASL Concepts

Weekly discussion days
Narrating Unforgettable Moments
Sharing Interesting Facts
Explaining rules
Telling About Accidents
Talking about Money
Making Major Decisions
Discussing Health Conditions
Storytelling

Mrs. Moorefield reserves the right to change, modify, or reschedule any of the assignments
or policies of this class should a legitimate need arise.

VII.

SOCIAL MEDIA

My personal Facebook page is just that PERSONAL. NO student will be admitted

onto that page at any time while they are a student at East Wake Academy. I ask any
parent who may already be Friends or who may know any of my Friends to please
respect my privacy.

Students ARE allowed to follow my Twitter or Instagram if they wish. I do not follow
students unless they ask me to. I ask students to be responsible and respectful when
using Social Media of any type. I am always bound by ethics and law to report
bullying, illegal activity and potentially harmful comments at any time.

@herawesomenss9

@mrsmoorefield

VIII. PICTURES and VIDEO

During the course of this class, pictures will be taken of student work and antics to
build community in the classroom. Video recording is also used for grading purposes.
Students are asked to respect their peers, as well as myself, and ask permission
before taking/uploading any pictures.
Any parent who does not wish for their child to be photographed or videoed for any
non- essential pictures or recording is asked to please contact me at

vmoorefield@eastwakeacademy.org and make sure that your student is aware of

your wishes.
Parents are asked to fill out the Student/Parent ASL Contract and return it to me for
my records. By signing and returning this contract, you confirm that you have read,
understood and agree with all policies associated with this American Sign Language
course. This also counts as your students first Participation assignment.

IX. POWERSCHOOL

Parents/Guardians, please make sure that you email address and contact
information is correct in Powerschool. This is how I will communicate with you
about your student. This information is also used in the event of an emergency. If
your email or contact information changes at any time, please let me know so that I
will have correct information for you in the event of an emergency or if I need to
contact you about your childs progress