Description
Examination of American Sign Language (ASL) with focus on how language use varies according to context, setting, and social factors. Identification and utilization of different ASL registers, including formal, informal, and specialized registers, and examine how these registers reflect the values, norms, and expectations of the American Deaf community. Through interactive exercises, students will gain practical skills in adjusting their ASL usage to suit various situations. Prerequisite: SLS 2020.