INTERPRETER EDUCATION PROGRAM
COURSE SYLLABUS, Fall 2012
Course: American Sign Language II INED 1373
Section #: 201
Day(s) and Time(s): M/W 11:00-12:50am
Start and end dates: Aug 20 – Dec 12
Course Delivery Method: Classroom
Course format: Lecture
Adjunct Professor: Nina M. Moore
Office Hours: By appointment
Office Email: ninatexas04@yahoo.com
Office Phone: (918) 994-1094
TO CONTACT THE DIVISION OFFICE:
Division: Communication
Associate Dean: Jocelyn Whitney
Office: NEC 2381
Phone Number: (918) 595-7496
Call #: 16350
TO CONTACT ACADEMIC & CAMPUS
SERVICES:
Director: Michael J. Limas, PhD
Office: NEC A151
Phone: (918) 595-7473
COURSE PRE-REQUISITE: INT 1363, ASL I, is required with a grade of "C" or better
or permission of Faculty or the Division Chair.
NEXT COURSE IN SEQUENCE: INED 2414, American Sign Language III
TEXTBOOKS, SUPPLIES AND OTHER RESOURCES:

American Sign Language-A Student Text, Units 1-9, by Dennis Cokely and
Charlotte Baker. T.J. Publishers, Silver Spring, MD.

Vista American Sign Language Series: Signing Naturally, Level 1, by Ella M.
Lentz & Ken Mikos. Dawn Sign Press, Berkeley, CA.

1) Ear Plugs with string, 2) flash drive (for videos), and 3) 3-Ring notebook (1-in)

Blackboard site – it is highly required that you use this blackboard on a daily
basis for your assignments, announcements and any other information;
http://www.tulsacc.edu/.
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CATALOG DESCRIPTION:
This course is a continuation of ASL I progressing from common, concrete
communicative events and interactions to language expressing abstract ideas.
Emphasis is on the comprehension and production of increasingly complex linguistic
structure focusing on dialogues and conversational expressions. More complex
receptive and expressive skills are fostered through interactive ASL lessons without
voice. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: 1 hour. Prerequisite: INED 1363, ASL I, with a
grade of “C” or better, or permission of instructor or associate dean.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. To demonstrate basic expressive and receptive skills in fingerspelling.
2. To demonstrate the ability to choose conceptually accurate signs.
3. To demonstrate the ability to initiate, conduct and terminate a short conversation in
ASL, using appropriate conversational regulators.
4. To develop receptive and expressive skills in ASL by thinking in ASL without
depending on English structure, demonstrating the correct use of linguistic
components of ASL and signing short paragraphs without the use of voice.
5. To demonstrate awareness of Deaf culture through contextual settings in class.
TEACHING METHODS:
1. Neither the instructor nor the student will be permitted to use voice, except at
instructor designated times. The sign/voice ratio in class will be 95% sign, 5%
voice.
2. Students may write questions or comments on the blackboard or use smart board.
3. Vocabulary will be taught through meaningful use of conversation, interaction
techniques, pictures, dialogues, games, etc.
4. Students will use the video camera for both expressive and receptive development
of the language.
EVALUATION TECHNIQUES: Evaluation will be determined by the following
methods:
1. Student signed stories, skits, dialogues, and demonstrations in front of class
2. Instructor/student interaction of signed vocabulary, dialogues, and stories.
3. Performance on flashdrive(s).
4. Written quizzes and tests.
Evaluation will be focused on the student's ability to read sign language and
demonstrate expressively content in American Sign Language.
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GRADING SYSTEM:
Getting to Know You Video
10 points
Students will sign a video giving basic information about themselves. The completion of
the video assignment is worth 10 points. The video should be submitted by email with
attached file.
The video report must include the following information:
 Your name (1 point)
 Major/minor (2 points)
 Student status (freshman, sophomore, etc.) (1 points)
 Reason for taking ASL II (3 points)
 Hopes/expectations for this class. (3 points)
Workbook Homework – Units 7 -12 + CR 7-12
209 points
Students will have two parts of homework per unit. There will be total point per unit.
This first part, you will have homework after every class anywhere from 1 to 2 hours of
work. It is important that you do the homework from your workbook and DVD because
the next class builds on the material covered.
Signing Natural Video Questions (SNVQ) – Also, students will have second part of
homework about the end of the every chapter. Students are responsible to look up
SNVQ located on the Blackboard site and finish the SNVQ with the video at the due
date.
Sign Demonstrations – Two required
200 points
Students will do two sign assignments (one may be a camera demonstration) in class
worth 100 points each. You must use a webcam at Facet Center, otherwise a 5-point
will be taken off if picture is not clear. See your guideline in Bb site.
Tests - Two recorded
100 points
Three tests of 50 points each will be administered throughout the semester. The tests
will test the student's receptive ability on material covered in class, in the texts, and
from DVDS/videotapes. The best scores of the two scores will be recorded for the
grade. There is no make-up on tests.
Community Interaction – Four required
60 points
The only way to really learn a language is to interact with native users, and in this case,
Deaf adults in the Tulsa community. Students are required to attend FOUR EVENTS
during the semester and stay at least ONE hour per event. While there, students
must communicate with Deaf individuals. After participating in the event students
will do a VIDEO report following the format provided (see below). Your VIDEO report
is due the following Wednesday after the event; otherwise, no points will be given.
Students are always free and encouraged to attend more events for your own personal
benefit. *Each video assignment will be worth 15 points each for a total of 60:
(Approved Events are listed in the next page)
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Community Interaction Video Report Requirement should be more than 4
minutes explaining all the details included:
 Date and time,
 Name of the event,
 Where it was held and the times you were there,
 First names of deaf individuals with whom you interacted and their sign names,
 Describe how you began the conversations,
 What differences between Deaf and hearing culture did you observe,
 What new vocabulary or concepts did you learn, and,
 Overall, what was your reaction to the interaction.
Approved Events:
 Deaf Awareness Week – TBA - www.tsha.cc
 Silent Dinner at Woodland Hills Mall – 6PM - www.tsha.cc
Thursday, August 30; Tuesday, September 25; Thursday, October 18;
Monday, November 5; Tuesday, December 4.
 Deaf Chat Coffee Starbucks Utica Square – 2nd Friday of each month at 7PM
 Deaf Chat Coffee Stonewood Coffee and Tea Co. in Broken Arrow – 4th
Friday of each month at 7PM
For both info on Deaf Chat Coffee – http://happy.deafcoffee.com
Lab Assignments – Two required
40 points
Your instructor will select videotapes for you to view in the Facet Center during the
semester. One set of videotapes will be due during the first eight weeks of the
semester and the second set of tapes will be due prior to the final (check your tentative
agenda in the syllabus for exact dates). Students will submit a one-quarter to
one-half page reaction paper with double space for each viewing.
No reaction paper, no points.
Deaf Awareness Quiz
18 points
Students will have a quiz at the end of the semester. All questions are multiple choices.
Those questions base on both books.
Written Examinations
200 points
You will have a final examination worth 200 points each. Exam will consist of a
receptive and written portions, and language, grammar and culture content from
Signing Naturally and the Green Book.
Total
837 points
(See - Grading Scale on the next page)
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Grading Scale:
778
719
661
602
0
- 837
- 777
- 718
- 660
- 601
=
=
=
=
=
A
B
C
D
F
93% - 100%
86% - 92%
79% - 85%
72% - 78%
0% - 71%
Class attendance and participation may be used to determine borderline grades. The
instructor may assign a grade of AW for any student who stops attending class.
TUTORING/LAB FACILITIES/VIDEO LOAN PROGRAM: The Facet Center is
available according to the days and hours posted at the Lab. Tutoring are encouraged
and is available by appointment with the ASL Paraprofessional in the Facet. Email
address is (TBA).
Internet Resources:
ASL Dictionary
Fingerspelling
ASL Deaf Library
TSHA Community events
Gallaudet University
www.signingsavvy.com
http://asl.ms/
www.deaflibrary.org/asl.html
www.tsha.cc
www.gallaudet.edu
USING BLACKBOARD: We will use the Blackboard site for this class, located at the
following URL:
http://www.tulsacc.edu/
If you lose the syllabus or other handouts, you will find copies at the above address.
ATTENDANCE POLICY: This course is based upon group learning and interaction,
and therefore, is enriched by each individual's attendance. Recognizing that adults do
have conflicts that occasionally interrupt your commitment to this course, the courtesy
of contact is appreciated. Students are responsible for material covered during missed
classes. Students with two or more absences are not eligible for any extra credit points.
Students are expected to attend all classes, however, three absences will be allowed for
doctor’s appointments and extenuating circumstances. Each absence, beyond three,
will result in a two point reduction per absence in your final grade.
LATE ASSIGNMENTS AND MAKE-UP TESTS: Homework, lab and community
interaction assignments will be accepted up to one class period past the deadline for
submission with a 20% penalty. Students are responsible for taping late video
assignments by providing a VHS videotape and arranging an appointment to use the
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camera in the Facet Center. No make-up is available for receptive portions of
tests and examinations.
COURSE WITHDRAWAL: If a student is considering withdrawing from class, s/he is
encouraged to meet with the instructor before initiating a withdrawal. There may be a
solution besides withdrawal.
The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed 3/4 the duration of any class.
Check the TCC Academic Calendar for the deadline that applies to the course(s). Begin
the process with a discussion with the faculty member assigned to the course. Contact
the Advisement Office at any TCC campus to initiate withdrawal from a course ('W'
grade) or to change from Credit to Audit. Withdrawal and/or change to an audit from a
course after the drop/add period can alter the financial aid award for the current and
future semesters. Students may receive an outstanding bill from TCC if the recalculation
leaves a balance due to TCC. Students who stop participating in the course and fail to
withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial aid
consequences for the student.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Email: All TCC students receive a designated “MyTCC” email address
(ex: jane.doe@mail.tulsacc.edu). All communications to you about TCC and course
assignments will be sent to your MyTCC email address; and you must use MyTCC
email to send email to, and receive email from, the instructor regarding this course.
Inclement Weather: TCC rarely closes. If extreme weather conditions or
emergency situations arise, TCC always gives cancellation notices to radio and
television stations. This information is also posted on the TCC website
(www.tulsacc.edu).
GENERAL EDUCATION GOALS: General Education courses at TCC ensure that our
graduates gain skills, knowledge, and abilities that comprise a common foundation for
their higher education and a backdrop for their work and personal lives. TCC’s General
Education goals are: Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Engaged Learning, and
Technological Proficiency.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE: Open and mutually respectful communication of varied
opinions, beliefs, and perspectives during classroom or online discussion encourages
the free exchange of ideas that is essential to higher learning and to the ability to learn
from each other. During class, please turn off anything that beeps or rings.
SYLLABUS CHANGES: Occasionally, changes to the syllabus may be necessary.
Students will be notified of any changes to the syllabus in writing.
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DISABILITY RESOURCES: It is the policy and practice of Tulsa Community College
to create inclusive learning environments. Accommodations for qualifying students in
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act are available. To request accommodations, contact the Education
Access Center (EAC) at eac@tulsacc.edu or call (918) 595-7115 (Voice). Deaf and hard
of hearing students may text (918) 809-1864.
(See attached file: ADA Statement-Syllabi-Final-2012.docx)
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: Academic dishonesty (cheating) is defined as the
deception of others about one’s own work or about the work of another. Academic
dishonesty or misconduct is not condoned or tolerated at campuses within the Tulsa
Community College system. Tulsa Community College adopts a policy delegating certain
forms of authority for disciplinary action to the faculty. Such disciplinary actions
delegated to the faculty include, but are not limited to, the dismissal of disrespectful or
disorderly students from classes. In the case of academic dishonesty a faculty member
may:

Require the student to redo an assignment or test, or require the student to
complete a substitute assignment or test;

Record a "zero" for the assignment or test in question;

Recommend to the student that the student withdraw from the class, or
administratively withdraw the student from the class;

Record a grade of "F" for the student at the end of the semester. Faculty may
request that disciplinary action be taken against a student at the
administrative level by submitting such a request to the Dean of Student
Services.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT: Each student is responsible for being aware of the
information contained in the TCC Catalog, TCC Student Handbook, Student Code of
Conduct Policy Handbook, and semester information listed in the class schedule. All
information may be viewed on the TCC website: www.tulsacc.edu
SPECIAL NOTES: Please make the instructor aware of any factors that need to be
considered in order to ensure the optimal learning environment for you. Students
should inform the instructor of special circumstances or needs that may affect learning
in the classroom. Appropriate referral or consideration will be made as needed.
Tobacco Free College:
Tulsa Community College is a Tobacco Free college in accordance with the Governor’s
Executive Order 2012-01 and Title 63 of the Oklahoma Statutes, Section 1-1523 which
prohibits smoking or the use of any tobacco products in all public places, in any indoor
workplace, and all vehicles owned by the State of Oklahoma and all of its agencies and
instrumentalities. This Order includes property leased, rented, or owned by TCC
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including, but not limited to, all grounds, buildings, facilities, and parking lots. Tulsa
Community College’s policy includes a tobacco free environment on all campus and offcampus locations conducting TCC credit or non-credit classes. The TCC Campus Police
is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Tobacco-Free Environment Policy.
Violations of the policy may be addressed through issuance of campus or state
citations.
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TENTATIVE AGENDA: The tentative agenda is a general guideline for the course, but
is subject to announced changes at the discretion of the instructor.
ASL II M/W Tentative Schedule – Fall 2012
Sun
Monday
19
26
02
9
16
23
30
07
14
21
28
04
11
18
Wed
Thursday
Friday
Sat
20 August
Classes Begin
Syllabus
FC Tour
27
SN 7
22
SN 7
23
24
Stonehill
BA
25
29
SN 7
30
03
Labor Day
No class
10
SN 8
GB 1
17
SN 8
GB 2
24
Test: SN 7 & 8,
GB 1 & 2
SN 9
01 October
SN 9
GB 3
08
SN 10
GB 4
05
DUE:
GTKY video
SN7 Homework/SNVQ
12
SN8
07
Starbucks
Tulsa
14
08
19
DUE:
SN8 Homework/SNVQ
21
22
26
SN 9
28
Stonehill
BA
29
15
DUE:
GB 5
SN 10
22
Test: SN 9 & 10,
GB 3 -5
SN 11
29
SN 11
GB 6
05
SN 12
GB 7
Silent Dinner
12
SN 12
GB 8
19
Movie
GB 9
Tuesday
25
Silent
Dinner
03
DUE:
Comm. Inter. Video #1
SN9 Homework/SNVQ
10
DUE:
Lab #1
Sign # 1
SN 10
17
DUE:
SN10
Homework/SNVQ
24
DUE:
Comm. Inter. Video #2
06
SN 11
31
DUE:
SN11
Homework/SNVQ
07
DUE:
Comm. Inter. Video #3
SN 12
14
DUE:
SN12
Homework/SNVQ
21
No class
Thanksgiving
break...
01
Silent
Dinner
Sept
15
06
11
12
Starbucks
Tulsa
18
Silent
Dinner
13
20
26
Stonehill
BA
01 November
27
03
09
Starbucks
Tulsa
*Last Day
withdraw
10
17
23
Stonehill
BA
24
9
Sun
Monday
25
26
Test: SN 11-12,
GB 6-9
CR 7-12
03
CR 7-12
02
09
10
Tuesday
04
Silent
Dinner
Wednesday
Thursday
28
DUE:
Sign # 2
CR 7-12
29
05
DUE:
Lab # 2
Friday
Sat
01
Dec
07
08
Comm Inter video #4
CR 7-12
12
15
……………………………FINAL EXAMS ~ December 10-16……………………….
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17
19
22
*November 09 is the last day to withdraw or change from credit to audit.
Students are strongly encouraged to counsel with the instructor before withdrawing
from class.
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