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ASL 102RAmerican Sign Language 2

Units
0.50
Faculty
Arts
Subject
American Sign Language

When it runs

  1. F24
  2. W25
  3. S25
  4. F25
  5. W26
  6. S26
  7. F26
  8. W27
  9. S27

Ran in 1 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course extends the introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) by refining the skills attained in ASL 101R to include personal conversations and storytelling. Through cultural notes and videos, students will increase their awareness of Deaf Culture and Deaf Community. Using the grammar presented in the course, students will be able to give directions and add description.

Prerequisites

  • Must have completed the following:
    • ASL101R - American Sign Language 1 (0.50)

Antirequisites

  • Not open to students with advanced ability.

Notes

  • Conducted in ASL.

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Reviewed on UW Flow

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From 9 ratings and 3 comments on UW Flow. The most helpful comments, quoted as written, without names. Read them all on UW Flow.

  • Took this online with Georgia Whalen. As it was ASL level two, it was definitely more challenging than level one. It was taught in the exact same format as level one. Homework assignments, reflection grades, final video assignment, and final AB dialogue. The final video assignment was different than level one because instead of retelling a story from the textbook you had to tell a story of your own (which I personally found to be easier). The course was taught asynchronously but they did have weekly optional live lectures (they were all recorded). BUT, if you actually want to learn ASL I highly recommend taking it in person rather than online.

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  • Learned a lot about ASL and deaf culture. Classes are completely silent (no speaking aloud) which gave an immersive experience. The class sits in a giant semicircle surrounding the professor and frequently breaks into groups to practice speaking. It was occasionally intimidating trying to communicate in ASL and struggling in front of everyone but I think that's the nature of lanugage classes and I'm impressed at how much ASL I have learned.

    Nov 2024 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this

  • My only complaint is that there aren’t enough spaces so had to be waitlisted multiple times. Consider yourself fortunate if you get in!

    Aug 2023 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this

Check it elsewhere for Fall 2026

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