SIGL 203 Fingerspelling and Numbers
This course addresses skill-building and the culturally appropriate use of both the manual alphabet and numbering system. The focus is on whole word and phase recognition common in signed conversations. Videotaping and feedback are necessary components or instruction. Required for Sign Language majors.
Prerequisite
SIGL 101
Notes
Required for Sign Language majors.
SIGL 203Fingerspelling and Numbers
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
II. Course Specification
Course Type
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Credit Hours Narrative
3 Credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
48
Semester Contact Hours Lab
0
Prerequisite Narrative
SIGL 101
Notes and Advisories (only if included in catalog)
Required for Sign Language majors.
III. Catalog Course Description
This course addresses skill-building and the culturally appropriate use of both the manual alphabet and numbering system. The focus is on whole word and phase recognition common in signed conversations. Videotaping and feedback are necessary components or instruction. Required for Sign Language majors.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Fingerspell the letters, numbers, and lexicalized fingerspelling of the American manual alphabet clearly and accurately with proper letter formation, palm orientation, and hand position.
- Demonstrate proper articulation, rate of transmission from letter to letter, word configuration, and distinction between words.
- Recognize words, numbers, and lexicalized fingerspelling fingerspelled at various rates within a range considered to be normal by the instructor.
- Recognize words or word groups by their configuration, context, or visible letters in initial, middle, and/or final position.
- Recognize fingerspelled words or word groups while eye gaze is on the signer’s face.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies