Syllabus
What are the three consequences if students don’t follow the classroom expectations?
Warning, grade deduction, and IR/office referral.
If you're absent, which kind lets you make up your work in the same number of days you missed?
Excused absence
What is the purpose of the Film Room?
To film projects and record ASL assignments.
What is the appropriate way to get a Deaf person's attention?
Tapping gently on the shoulder, waving, or using an intermediary.
What's the ASL 1 teacher's full name?
Cris Nunn
What are the 4 P's?
Be Punctual, Prepared, Productive, and Professional
Unexcused absence
What are the top 2 behavior expectations in the Film Room?
Be respectful and quiet, and use the space only for class-related filming.
Should you use your voice in the classroom? Why or why not?
No. Using your voice in an ASL classroom is considered rude and breaks visual communication.
What's the ASL 2 teacher's full name?
Antonia Holcomb
Can students earn extra credit in this class?
No, extra credit is not offered under any circumstances.
When you are absent, and you see a 1 on your gradesheet, that means what?
You have an excused absence, and can make up the work, but it must be due at the number of days you are absent (1 day absent, must be turned within 1 day after you return to school)
Can you use your phone in the Film Room?
No. Only school issued devices are allowed.
What does "eye contact" mean in ASL, and why is it important?
It means looking at the signer’s face and hands. It’s important to fully understand the message.
What is the ASL 1 teacher's classroom number?
314
What is the updated personal electronic device policy?
Students' personal electronic devices must be kept in backpacks or lockers and should not be visible at all upon entering the classroom.
What will happen if you do not finish your classwork in class by the due date?
You will need to finish it as homework, and submit them by due date and time. If you do not, you will receive a zero (0).
What should you do if you're not filming but others are?
Stay quiet, don't distract, and wait your turn respectfully.
What do you do if someone is signing too fast?
Politely ask them to slow down or repeat using signs like “again” or “slow.”
What is the ASL 2 teacher's classroom number?
318
What is the full breakdown of how your grade is calculated in this class?
Assessments…………. 45%
Assignments…………. 35%
Soft Skills…………….. 20%
What does plagiarism look like?
Copying things from sources like books, websites, etc without citing the author.
What must students do to be prepared before using the Film Room?
Students must sign their scripts or outlines in advance (practice) and be ready to film when they enter the Film Room.
Name 3 visual signals used in a Deaf classroom.
Flashing the lights, stomping on the floor or banging on the table, and hand-waving.
Where were your ASL teachers born?
Dallas, Texas