World Languages (2017) Grade(s): KG-08 - American Sign Language

WL17.ASL.NMP.4

Investigate, explain, and reflect on the relationship among the products, practices, and perspectives of the Deaf culture.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • certain days and events are important in Deaf culture.
  • certain landmarks and symbols are important in Deaf culture.
  • Deaf culture produces tangible products.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • name a festival or a special day observed in Deaf culture.
  • name a landmark or symbol important in Deaf culture.
  • state similarities and differences between Deaf and hearing cultures.
  • describe tangible products from the Deaf culture.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • an ability to communicate in ASL fosters a better.
  • understanding of the Deaf culture and his/her own language and culture.
  • custom and tradition vary within Deaf cultures.
  • Deaf culture differs from hearing culture in many ways.
  • Deaf culture is similar to hearing culture in many ways.
  • certain days are celebrated or observed by people in the Deaf culture.
  • Deaf culture produces tangible products.
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