AMSL 221 - American Sign Language Level IV

    Recent Professors
    Leslie Styles, Jeffrey Ed Raquidan Dumpit
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    30–32 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    AMSL 220 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of AMSL 221
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 6A · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This fourth course in the study of American Sign Language (ASL) continues to build upon students' receptive and expressive skills at the advanced level while expanding their knowledge of Deaf Culture and the influences of other sign language systems. Emphasis is placed on advanced ASL Fingerspelled Signs, ASL structure and vocabulary. Instruction utilizes a natural approach to teaching a second language by engaging students in authentic conversations within the classroom environment. Active learning provides students with the opportunity to apply their American Sign Language (ASL) skills through an individualized program. Students utilize interactive media to express their comprehension of advanced ASL sentences and narratives as well as to hone their signing skills. Activities are designed to provide students the opportunity to practice vocabulary and syntax at the advanced level. This course is designed for students and/or professionals interested in working and/or interacting with Deaf people.
    Usually Held
    Sat 9:35am–12:00pm, Tue Thu 3:00pm–5:00pm, Tue Thu 6:30pm–8:30pm