Languages
British Sign Language and Deaf Culture 1B
Module code: T5003
Level 3 (sub-degree)
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Class, Seminar
Assessment modes: Coursework
This second-stage module of the 60-credit pathway in British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf Culture will develop your range and conversational technique in BSL in everyday contexts. It will expand your knowledge and awareness of Deaf culture. The module will enable you to:
- hold a conversation
- gain a clear understanding on how to sign grammatically correct sentences
- create your own everyday sentences about everyday topics (e.g. food/cooking, hobbies, travel) in a range of everyday settings
- study the world of deaf people in the UK and abroad
- develop study skills to access academic resources relating to deaf people and deaf issues
- begin to explore deaf culture topics which relate to your discipline.
Your classes will include a variety of activities, including regular practice in pronunciation (production of signs) and listening (understanding signs), simulations, practical exercises and conversation. These will be based around themes, grammatical structures and language skills to encourage autonomous use of the TL.
Seminar activities are complemented by guided independent study, individually and in groups.
This module is at A2/+ on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Equivalent Signature Level 103 part A; 201 part A.
Module learning outcomes
- Recognise and identify the main points of clear everyday BSL within a variety of everyday situations.
- Use BSL in everyday situations, within a selected range of formal/informal contexts.
- Use everyday vocabulary and the basic structures of BSL.
- Comment on aspects of the general social and cultural background of the Deaf community and give an appropriate everyday response in selected cultural settings and contexts.