Compass-Bell Center – Honors American Sign Language IV

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Major Outcomes: • Accurately sign acquired vocabulary using the five parameters of American Sign Language • Explain continuity in a conversation both ex- pressively and receptively • Comprehend and respond with complex grammatical accuracy to expressive American Sign Language and demonstrate cultural awareness locally and globally • Examine simple patterns of behavior, ges- tures, and social courtesies in a variety of informal and formal social situations • Interpret and explain the cultural relevance or historical context of traditions and cele- brations • Use American Sign Language for fun, to express humor, and for personal enjoyment • This course, with a higher level of learning, will help to better prepare students who wish to test for the Bilingual/Multilingual Seal. | Projects/Activities: Debate and exchange information and opinions on topics of students’ choosing. Demonstrate mastery expressing prepared presentations (at least 5 to 15 minutes) (e.g., holidays, nationalities, things, and events using appropriate sign selection and syntactically correct phrases). | Instructional Focus: Greater expectation of