ASL 415 - ASL Literature in ASL

This course, conducted in ASL, introduces Deaf and hearing students to American Sign Language literature, including introductions and face-to-face narratives, as well as literary genres such as the ASL epic poem, stream of consciousness poetry, allegory, and historical fiction. Structural characteristics of the ASL platform narrative and the written English essay are compared and contrasted. Emphasis is on the production and comprehension of academic ASL.

Prerequisite(s): ASL 401 and LIN 203 (or concurrent), score of 2 or higher on the ASLA or ASLPI, or permission of instructor.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered: Every two years in fall
Course Type: American Sign Language