ASL- part A

ASL- part A

Warm-Up

Choose a piece of paper with a question on it.

Do not show anyone else your question.When instructed to do so walk around

the room and have a classmate answer your question.

However neither of you may speak.When you have six responses sit down

quietly.

Describe this task.Was it difficult?What parts were difficult?Was it easy?What parts were easy?

Imagine if this was how you had to communicate.

At the end of the lesson you will be able to…

Define ASL.

Identify facts about ASL.

Watch this next video.

D-PAN: The Deaf Performing Artists Network

Explain what this means.

http://www.d-pan.com/index.html

http://www.d-pan.com/index.html

What do you know about…

Using the Alphabet boxes write one word or phrase associated with deafness or ASL in each box.

Try to fill in as many boxes as possible.

Deafness/ASL

A B

C D

E F G H

I J K L

M N O P

Q R S T

U V W X,Y,Z

The Manual Alphabet

How would you sign your name?

Fact or Fiction

ASL is universal.

Fiction- Each country has a unique sign system. LSF (France) BSL (England)

Deaf people don’t interact with hearing people.

Fiction- Many deaf people go to school, work and socialize with hearing people.

ASL uses one sign for each word spoken.

Fiction- There are not always sign equivalents for English words. Sometimes an entire English phrase can be communicated with one sign.

ASL uses facial expression as part of the language.

Fact- Facial expression is extremely important in sign language. All adjectives and question makers (like when your voice goes up) are made on the face in ASL.

The correct term for someone who cannot hear is Hearing Impaired.

Fiction- Deaf people are very proud of their culture and language. They prefer to be called DEAF.

The best way to learn sign language is to take a class at school.

Fiction- Although learning ASL in the classroom is good, the best way to learn is by interacting with Deaf people.

Deaf people can play musical instruments.

Fact- Believe it or not, there are bands made up of deaf and hard of hearing members. Often they do not have singers, but signers.

Deaf people can use telephones.

Fact- Deaf people can use a TTY or video hook up to talk on the phone.

55 percent of meaning in communication comes from body language.

Fact- This includes hearing and Deaf.

Gesturing, body movement and facial expression are important in ASL.

Fact- Gesturing, body movement and facial expressions are used in all facets of ASL communication.

When our body language conflicts with our words, listeners will typically pay more attention to our nonverbal message.

ASL is a language that uses non-verbal communication and body language to express ideas.

(Mehrabian, 1972)

Wrap-Up

How would you define ASL?

Next Class- Deaf history and signing numbers

Day 2

Fill in the body language sheet with the predicted percentages.


Sign your name.

Sign the numbers 0-9.

Create a time-line of Deaf

history.

Body Movement and Facial Expression

Body Language

1. _________ of meaning conveyed by typical utterance regarding our feelings and attitudes comes from the words we use.

2. ________ of meaning comes from our voice.

3. ________ of meaning comes from our body language.

7%

38%

55%

Body Movement Resource Sheet

Without Speaking Convey…

1. Anger

2. Happiness

3. Confusion

4. Sadness

5. Boredom

6. Excitement

7. Fear

8. Exhaustion

9. Energetic

10. Disappointment

ASL Number System

Sign Your Phone Number

Deaf History Timeline

Working with a partner create a timeline of Deaf history.

Place the information with the asterisks ** on the timeline as well as 5 additional items of your choice.

Afterwards be ready to discuss which elements you picked and why.

Day 2 part 2

Sign your phone number to a partner.

The partner is to write down the numbers signed.

Then switch roles.


Finger spell simple words.


Create a time-line of Deaf

history.


Working with a partner create a timeline of Deaf history.

Place the information with the asterisks ** on the timeline as well as 5 additional items of your choice.

Afterwards be ready to discuss which elements you picked and why.



Explain which piece of Deaf history interested you the most. Why?

Next Class- features of culture

4/14/08

If needed

Explain which piece of Deaf history interested you the most. Why?




Identify aspects of the Deaf

culture

Sign a 3 letter word



Sign the date

Sign your birth date

Day 3

Explain what these mean to you.

No one is exactly like me.

I have many things in common with the members of my family and community.

Every person in the world needs some of the same things I need.



Identify aspects of the Deaf

culture

While no one is exactly alike, as a culture we have many things in common.

People is various groups look at people in other groups as “different.”Why?

Many of our “differences” are related to our culture. What is culture?

Culture

http://www.lifeprint.com/

When we talk about behaviors and beliefs that a group have in common we are talking about culture.




All people share basic needs (food, shelter, love, respect)

We learn a set of behaviors and beliefs from the people we grow up with.

Each individual has unique talents and preferences.

Features of Culture

In groups of 4 complete the sheet on Features of Culture.

Features of Culture

1. Rules of Polite Behavior1. Are there things you do while having a

conversation that are viewed as polite?

2. Greetings1. How do you greet someone you don’t

know? People you do know? Say goodbye?

3. Importance of Time1. To be on time? The person waiting for you?

Important appointments?

4. Facial Expressions and Hand Gestures1. Eye contact while speaking? In school?

1. Are all cultures the same?

2. Can the deaf be considered

a culture? Why or why not?

A useful metaphor for culture is an iceberg.How much of an iceberg is above the

water? How much in underneath?Culture is very similar. It has some aspects

that are visible (small part) and many others can only be suspected, guessed, or learned as understanding grows (larger part).

On your iceberg write which features of culture from the worksheet are visible and which are invisible.

Next Class- Cultural Comparisons

Day 4

“American Sign Language is of great value to the deaf, but could also be of great benefit to the hearing as well…It is superior to spoken language in its beauty and emotional expressiveness. It brings kindred souls into a much more close and conscious communion than mere speech can possibly do.

- Thomas H. Gallaudet, 1848

Explain.


Explain the features of culture.

Use your knowledge of these features to compare cultures.

Is there a hearing culture?




What are the characteristics of a hearing culture?

Beliefs about hospitality

Importance of time

Values

Beliefs about child raising

Attitudes about personal

space/privacy

Concept of fairness

Ideas about clothing

Work ethicConcept of beauty

The role of familyRules ofPolite behavior

Style of dress

Ways of greeting people

Paintings

Facial expressions and hand gestures

Holiday customs

Music

Celebrations

Foods

Greetings

The Hearing Culture

Which features of culture would not be part of the hearing culture?

Cultural Comparisons

Complete the side for the Hearing Culture.


Arrival and Leaving

Getting Attention

Eye Contact

Time

Time

Eye Contact

Getting Attention

Arrival and Leaving

HEARING

DEAF

Accompanied by hugs. “Leave-taking” can take

up to ½ hour as everyone is told goodbye. Light tap on the

forearm or shoulder, waving hands.

Most important aspect of culture. Not maintaining

eye is considered rude or that the

conversation is over.

It is considered rudeto be late. If you are late, it is polite to apologize.

Giving an excuse is not necessary.

Being on time is secondary to the immediate. If you

are late, be prepared to thoroughly explain

the reason. Doing so is polite and part of Deaf Culture.

Although it is polite to maintain eye contact, it is not as extremely

important as because you can hear what a person is

saying without looking at them

Say someone’s name, ring a bell or make a sound

Arriving: say helloLeaving: say goodbye,

Sometimes accompanied by hugs


Arrive and leaveAttention Eye contactTime

culture

Day 4 part 2

Compare the hearing culture to the deaf culture.

Think about:Arrival and departure customsGetting attentionEye contacttime


Explain the features of culture.

Use your knowledge of these features to compare cultures.


Arrival and Leaving

Getting Attention

Eye Contact

Time

Time

Eye Contact

Getting Attention

Arrival and Leaving

HEARING

DEAF

Accompanied by hugs. “Leave-taking” can take

up to ½ hour as everyone is told goodbye. Light tap on the

forearm or shoulder, waving hands.

Most important aspect of culture. Not maintaining

eye is considered rude or that the

conversation is over.

It is considered rudeto be late. If you are late, it is polite to apologize.

Giving an excuse is not necessary.

Being on time is secondary to the immediate. If you

are late, be prepared to thoroughly explain

the reason. Doing so is polite and part of Deaf Culture.

Although it is polite to maintain eye contact, it is not as extremely

important as because you can hear what a person is

saying without looking at them

Say someone’s name, ring a bell or make a sound

Arriving: say helloLeaving: say goodbye,

Sometimes accompanied by hugs

Watch this next video.

D-PAN: The Deaf Performing Artists Network

Relate the video to what you have learned so far about the Deaf Culture.

We have just learned that Deaf culture differs from the hearing culture.

Read the following story that depicts specific differences for a deaf elementary student at school.

Complete the Finding Differences Sheet.

Compare this student’s daily routine to that of a hearing student.

Compare the experiences at school.

Next Class

Gesturing

Day 5

Read the comic Misconceptions about Deafness and respond to the question.


Identify some misconceptions about deafness.

Create alternative forms of communication besides verbal.

Alternatives to Speaking

It is considered rude to ask a Deaf person to speak. They are not usually comfortable voicing in front of people until they are at ease with them.

What if you don’t know sign language?

Visual/ Gestural Communication

1. Be sure to have eye contact2. Get the person’s attention by gently

waving or light tapping3. Use:

1. Clear speech ( no yelling )2. Natural gestures3. Pointing4. Environmental clues and/or objects5. Facial expression / head nodding6. Eyegaze references7. Note writing (if necessary)

Role Playing

1. Choose one role playing card.

2. Do not show anyone your card.

3. When asked to do so silentlysilently gesture what is on your card.

4. Volunteers will raise their hands to guess.

5. If no correct answer is given sit down quietly and wait for further instructions.

How was the activity?

Common Phrases

Revisit number IV on your Visual/ Gestural Communications Sheet.

Which one is the most difficult? Why?

Next Class- assistive technology for the Deaf

Day 6

Complete the Myths and Truths about Hearing Loss sheet.


Identify myths about the Deaf culture.

Identify assistive technology and accommodations for the Deaf.

It is not safe for people who are deaf to drive.

Drivers who are deaf are often more observant drivers because they do not hear the radio or a back-seat driver. They also use their eyes more carefully to notice the other cars around them.

Hearing aids restore hearing.

Hearing aids amplify sound. They have no effect on a person’s ability to process sounds. Sometimes, a hearing aid distorts incoming sounds.

People with hearing loss are “deaf and dumb”

Deafness does not make people dumb. People who are deaf find this stereotype very offensive.

All people who are deaf are mute

Some people who are deaf speak very well. Deafness usually has little effect on the vocal chords, and very few people who are deaf also are mute.

People who are deaf cannot participate in sports.

Professional and amateur athletes who are deaf are involved in many competitive sports.

There are many types of technology that assist the Deaf.

Let’s take a look at some.

Assistive Technology for the Deaf

12

3

4 5

Cellular TTY FM System

Videophone

Strobe Lights

Portable Video and Sound Monitor


6 7

8 9

Electronic stethoscope

Video Relay Service (VRS)

Interpreter Sidekick


Cellular TTY- Digital cell phone that adapts to TTY

Videophone- Phone that allows caller to see who they are talking to. No need for relay service.

FM System- Microphone, transmitter and earphones allow one speaker to be heard by many. Often used in school settings with hard of hearing students.


Strobe Lights- Usually connected to doorbells and phones. Picks up sound, flashed in a variety of patterns to let you know where the sound is coming from.

Portable Video and Sound Monitor- monitor that you can both see and hear what is going on in the house

Electronic Stethoscope- has both amplification and an LCD display of patients’ heart rate. Can also be used for lungs and other body sounds.


Video Relay Service (VRS)- a service where hearing and Deaf can communicate through the internet via a relay operator.

Interpreter- professional who relays concepts and ideas between languages

Sidekick- a device that can be E-mail, used for e-mail, web browsing and IM.

Next Class- more with assistive technology

Day 6 prt 2

Warm-UpExplain what each is and what it is used for.

Video Relay Service (VRS)

Cellular TTY

Videophone

FM System

1 2

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Identify myths about the Deaf culture.

Identify assistive technology and accommodations for the Deaf.

Cochlear Implants

As you watch the video think about the pros and cons for having cochlear implants.

Pros Cons

What technological device do you think is most important to the Deaf and why?

VRS

1. Call the VRS operator; Sorenson, CSD, Sprint

2. Tell them the number you are dialing and to whom you would like to speak

3. Wait for the connection. The operator will let you know when the deaf person has answered the phone

4. There will be a slight delay as you are speaking to the operator as they are signing to the deaf person. The deaf person signs back to the operator and he will tell you what the deaf person is signing

Next Class- deaf education

Day 7

With a partner you are to complete the Lip-reading Experiment.Take turns choosing a cardCards will have both phrases and individual letters or numbers on them

Remember speak naturally yet silentlyWrite down what you think your partner is saying

Lip-reading Experiment

Explain what happened on your warm-up paper.

Which cards were easier? more difficult?

Research has shown that at best, 30% of a conversation is understood by lip-reading because many speech sounds have identical mouth movements.


Identify aspects of Deaf Education

Think about…

Explain a time when you were away from home for more than a few days.

What age were you when you had your first overnight stay away from home?

Did you ever get homesick while away from home?

Deaf Education

As you read the article think about…The different choices Deaf students

have for educationWhich choice you would make and

why

Afterwards be ready to compare these choices.

State school for Mainstreamed the Deaf public school

Most children, when going to a Deaf school, start at the age of 4. They live in a dorm away from home.

Some schools for the Deaf pick up students early Monday morning and bring them back home Friday evening.

Most Deaf children in a public school are the only one in their class or in the entire school.

Many times a deaf student in a public school has no signing friends.

Which school would you choose; a residential school for the deaf or a mainstreamed public school? Give at least 3 reasons to support your answer.

Complete the Fingerspelling Word Puzzle Sheet.

Next Class- review of the unit

Day 8

Explain which feature of Deaf Culture you find most interesting.

Be ready to share!!


Review all facts learned so far about Deaf culture.

Divide into 2 even teamsEach person is to develop 2 questions

with answers based on the information learned from this ASL unit.

Afterwards each team will take turns asking the other team questions.

The team with the most correct answers wins.

ASL factsDeaf historyFeatures of

cultureDeaf education

Cultural comparisons

Visual / gestural communication

Assistive technology for the Deaf

Next Class- performance task introduction

Day 9

List ways we can communicate besides verbal and formal written.


Explain the aspects of deaf culture.

Identify the requirements for the performance task.

When instructed to do so line up at the front of the room according to your birthday.

You may use any form of communication EXCEPT writing and speaking.

Explain the activity.Were any parts difficult?

Easy?What types of communication

did you use?

Performance Task

In groups of 2 brainstorm how to communicate with a deaf person in the selected situations.

You will choose 1 randomly to perform for the class.

You may use any form of communication except your voice. (Gesturing and fingerspelling are encouraged)

Rubric

Organization- presents information in logical, interesting sequence

Content Knowledge- demonstrates full knowledge of communication techniques

Creativity- used creativity to communicate effectively

Delivery- produces signs, fingerspelling and gestures clearly and correctly

4

4

4

4

Total- 16

Tasks

1. There is a new deaf student in your class at school. Mrs. Churchill needs to see him but he doesn’t know where her classroom is. You try to explain to him how to get to her room from the office.

2. You are at McDonald’s and see a deaf person sitting there. You want to approach him and let him know you are learning sign language at school.

Tasks

3. You are in an elevator going to the 3rd floor when suddenly it stops. The deaf person in the elevator signs to you. You assume she is asking what’s going on. How do you communicate that the elevator is stuck?

4. You and your parents are going to the mall when you come upon a car accident. You approach the car and think the person in the car is deaf. How will you ask him if he is deaf, tell him that you have called 911 and emergency services are on their way.

Practice these situations.

Next Class- presentations

Day 10

You are in an airport and you notice the person next to you is deaf. How can you find out where the person is going and where he is from without speaking?


Explain the aspects of deaf culture.

Identify the requirements for the performance task.

Performance Task

In groups of 2 brainstorm how to communicate with a deaf person in the selected situations.

You will choose 1 randomly to perform for the class.

You may use any form of communication except your voice. (Gesturing and fingerspelling are encouraged)

Rubric

Organization- presents information in logical, interesting sequence

Content Knowledge- demonstrates full knowledge of communication techniques

Creativity- used creativity to communicate effectively

Delivery- produces signs, fingerspelling and gestures clearly and correctly

4

4

4

4

Total- 16

Practice your situations.

ASL Website

Log onto the computer.Click on the internet icon.Go to: http://asluniversity.com/

or http://asl.ms/DPAN.com (videos)Explore the websites.

Next Class- Latin part 2

Passports ready!!!

Documents

ASL- part A