In this course, students will learn to understand and sign American Sign Language through practice, self-assessment, modeled conversations, and graded video activities. They will also build their social awareness to act and communicate appropriately with the Deaf community. Students will learn American Sign Language that is used in daily life, such as introducing themselves, describing people, and telling time. This is the first course in a four-part American Sign Language series, which aligns to ACTFL and ASLTA standards.