American Sign Language (ASL)

Our introductory courses are designed for those with no previous knowledge of ASL. They introduce grammatical structures and facial expressions according to their functions, which are then used in situations connected to everyday activities in the deaf community. You learn how to relate to each other and build up your cross-cultural awareness and understanding in a classroom with no spoken conversation. You will learn the basics of ASL, including vocabulary, non-manual signals, grammar, and syntax. Learn to exchange personal information, identify others, give simple directions, talk about living situations, leisure activities and more. Also included is an introduction to Deaf culture. The courses use the Signing Naturally Level 1 Curriculum.

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Trent University respectfully acknowledges it is located on the treaty and traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to First Peoples for their care for, and teachings about, our earth and our relations. May we honour those teachings.

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1600 West Bank Drive
Peterborough, ON Canada, K9L 0G2

Toll Free: 1-855-MY-TRENT

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Durham Greater Toronto Area

55 Thornton Road South
Oshawa, ON Canada, L1J 5Y1

Phone: 905-435-5100

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