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Homeschool ASL
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Everything you need for sign language in your homeschool
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About
the Classes
Our classes are designed to work with your homeschool schedule- whatever that may be! Classes are online &
self-paced: you can complete them anywhere, anytime.
Plus, your student isn't left to learn on their own- they have direct interaction with our teacher. From feedback on their signing to fun events to practice with other students, they get all the flexibility of a self-paced class with the engagement of a live class. It's truly the best of both worlds.
Our Classes
Welcome to Homeschool ASL – the perfect platform for learners to embark on an enriching journey into the vibrant world of sign language! Our program is meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive and interactive educational experience, created specifically for homeschool families.
Our curriculum is designed to cover a wide range of ASL topics, from basic vocabulary to more advanced conversational skills. Students progress through the material in a logical and structured manner, building a strong foundation in ASL. We currently offer ASL I and II.
We're proud to offer the best in ASL education.
Self-Paced
Dive into our classes where students get to watch lessons taught by our skilled instructor through pre-recorded videos. After each session, there are hands-on practice activities that help them put their newfound knowledge into action. The best part? You're in control of the timeline – you decide when your student completes the class, fitting perfectly into your family's schedule.
"We found an amazing online ASL course for homeschoolers that has helped her learn so much–and she enjoys it, too!"
Anywhere, Anytime
Dive into our classes where students get to watch lessons taught by our skilled instructor through pre-recorded videos. After each session, there are hands-on practice activities that help them put their newfound knowledge into action. The best part? You're in control of the timeline – you decide when your student completes the class, fitting perfectly into your family's schedule.
What sets our program apart is our innovative approach to homework assessment. Students submit video recordings of them signing sentences using the new vocabulary. This unique feature allows teachers to provide insightful feedback, ensuring each student receives individualized guidance on their journey to ASL proficiency.
Feedback
Reinforcing the adage "practice makes perfect," our program includes thoughtfully designed homework assignments. These assignments encourage students to apply what they've learned in the video lessons, fostering a deeper understanding of ASL concepts.
Assessment
Join us every month for lively Zoom sessions hosted by our dedicated teacher – a chance for students to connect live with their peers and engage in enriching activities! From ASL games to learning to sign a song, these interactive sessions offer a dynamic way to practice and have fun. The schedule rotates monthly to accommodate various timelines, but don't worry if you miss it – we've got you covered with recorded sessions accessible to all students.
Interactive
Our ASL courses are fully accredited on Mr D Math. This offers enhanced credibility, ensuring that students meet rigorous educational standards. Students can now enjoy greater recognition of their learning achievements, facilitating smoother transitions to higher education and other opportunities.
Accredited
Mr. D Math is a fully accredited by WASC.
Mr. D Math Supplementary Education Programs:
Fully Accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Accrediting Commission for Schools
Western Association of Schools and Colleges
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Reviews
"We found an amazing online ASL course for homeschoolers that has helped her learn so much–and she enjoys it, too!"
review by Meaningful Homeschool
"From a parent’s perspective, this ASL I class is top-notch. It is formatted and presented in a way that keeps students engaged and helps them learn."
Review by MamaTeaches
“It’s tempting to think that a self-paced course — especially one that’s video-based — would offer little opportunities for engagement or interaction, but that has not been true of our experience with this ASL program.
Signing along with the videos is a great place to start, but the homework assignments even require video uploads of your student signing. It really is an interactive spin on self-paced learning!”
Review by Table Life Blog
"Thia, the teacher, repeats the signs as she is teaching new vocabulary giving lots of practice opportunity. Plus it’s video, so you can always watch the recording as many times as needed. She does an amazing job and you can’t help but love her!"
Review by 'The Zoo I Call Home'
"After they took their first lesson, they came to me showing what they had learned. I was amazed. Within a couple of weeks, they were communicating with each other. These classes were extremely effective, and I was happily surprised at how well they were learning."
Blog Post by Hide The Chocolate
"Ellawyn has been thoroughly enjoying this course. I frequently see her practicing around the house, using the signs she has learned while she talks to us."
Review by 'Some Call it Destiny'
Review by Gathered and Grounded
Our Teacher
Meet Ms Thia, your personal guide to ASL!
As a former homeschool student, she loves getting to introduce sign language to the next generation of homeschoolers.
She attended Gallaudet University, the only university in the world designed for Deaf/hard of hearing students! All classes at Gallaudet operate in ASL. You can be confident you are learning from a truly fluent, qualified instructor of this language.
She has been teaching ASL online for 5+ years and is the premiere choice for homeschoolers wanting to learn sign language.
Your student will love her fun, upbeat attitude!
Sign language teacher Thia leads a “Sing and Sign” class at Trinity. (Thomas Simonetti for The Washington Post)
Featured in a Washington Post Article about the Rise of Homeschooling!
FAQs
Research shows that students are able to effectively absorb new information for up to 20 minutes. Therefore, our video lessons are designed to be no longer than 20 minutes.
How long are the video lessons?
Research shows that students are able to effectively absorb new information for up to 20 minutes. Therefore, our video lessons are designed to be no longer than 20 minutes.
Research shows that students are able to effectively absorb new information for up to 20 minutes. Therefore, our video lessons are designed to be no longer than 20 minutes.
My student took ASL 1 somewhere else. Can they join your ASL 2 class?
Yes! We are happy to welcome your student to our program.
When your student joins our class, they may realize their previous class did not cover signs/skills that we've already taught our students. In that case, we would work with you to ensure they are brought up to speed and can continue in the class at the same level as the other students.
Research shows that students are able to effectively absorb new information for up to 20 minutes. Therefore, our video lessons are designed to be no longer than 20 minutes.
How do I know the ASL being taught in this class is accurate?
We understand your concern! Lots of families attempt to use another curriculum or even learn from videos online, and are consistently let down when they realize they have been taught incorrectly. Starting with our program will be a breath of fresh air in knowing you can be confident in the accuracy and quality of instruction.
The creator of these classes is a graduate of Gallaudet University- the only university in the world established for Deaf and hard of hearing students that operates in ASL. It is considered the 'Mecca' for sign language. Your student will have a trusted guide to learn ASL the right way from the start.
Research shows that students are able to effectively absorb new information for up to 20 minutes. Therefore, our video lessons are designed to be no longer than 20 minutes.
What is the format of the video submission homework, and how does it benefit my child's learning?
At the end of each chapter, students submit a video recording of them signing a list of provided sentences that use the new vocabulary. Then our experienced ASL instructors provide personalized feedback, ensuring your student is able to fix errors before they become habits that are difficult to break. This enhances learning by addressing specific areas of improvement and ensuring a deeper understanding of ASL concepts.
Research shows that students are able to effectively absorb new information for up to 20 minutes. Therefore, our video lessons are designed to be no longer than 20 minutes.
What is included in each Chapter?
Each class (ASL I and ASL II) includes 10 chapters.
Chapters 1-4 and 6-9 contain multiple video lessons. Within these videos, the teacher demonstrates and explains the new signs and concepts. Then students have practice activities and quizzes for their signing and comprehension. At the end of each chapter is a video assignment and test to ensure they've mastered the new content before they move on. Each chapter also includes a dictionary for students to print out with pictures of the signs taught in the lesson for easy reference.
Chapter 5 is the midterm and Chapter 10 is final exam; both include a video assignment, test and a student project.
Research shows that students are able to effectively absorb new information for up to 20 minutes. Therefore, our video lessons are designed to be no longer than 20 minutes.
What sets this ASL program apart in terms of language acquisition research and methodology?
Our program is grounded in the latest language acquisition research, incorporating proven methodologies to optimize ASL learning. The combination of research-backed techniques and engaging content distinguishes our program as a leader in effective language education.
Research shows that students are able to effectively absorb new information for up to 20 minutes. Therefore, our video lessons are designed to be no longer than 20 minutes.
My student doesn't like to be filmed. How do you work around this?
Since it is a self-paced curriculum, if you want to waive your students from completing the video assignments, that is up to you! We of course recommend having them complete the video assignments if possible to ensure they are signing everything accurately, but ultimately the choice is up to you.
Research shows that students are able to effectively absorb new information for up to 20 minutes. Therefore, our video lessons are designed to be no longer than 20 minutes.
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Contact
homeschoolsignlanguage@gmail.com
