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

WL17.ASL.ILP.8

Acquire the ability to interact in the Deaf culture beyond the classroom and set goals for life-long learning.

COS Examples

Examples: Travel (real or virtual) to an event in the Deaf community.

Prepare a group performance for a school or community celebration.

Participate in club activities that benefit the Deaf community.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • there are places where Deaf people and hearing signers meet for social interaction.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • interact with members of the Deaf culture beyond the classroom in real or virtual ways.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • ASL is used daily by Deaf people as their primary and preferred mode of communication across all parts of their lives.
  • ASL can help one better understand the world around them.
  • the study of ASL expands one's opportunities.
  • ASL is a tool to connect with the world.
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