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School:

School of Arts and Humanities

Credit Rating:

20

Level (including FHEQ):

I (FHEQ Level 5)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2022-10-01

Module Leader:

Merrick Burrow

Version Number

2024.01

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study

Tutorial and Project Supervision

Requirements

Synopsis

If you have some basic previous knowledge of British Sign Language the module enables you to reach a more sophisticated level of BSL usage, allowing you to communicate effectively with deaf people in a variety of situations. It also provides you with information about deaf people, the deaf community and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

In the tutorials, students receive guidance, support and the opportunity to practise activities leading to the learning outcomes described above. Students work individually and in small groups. Students will have regular access to facilities for directed study and independent learning. The physical environment will be appropriate for the study of … For more content click the Read More button below.

Outline Syllabus

The syllabus will entail acquiring a more sophisticated level of BSL typically including: learning further BSL expressions required for everyday situations; gaining a deeper understanding of the conventions relating to the use of BSL; using appropriate strategies with BSL.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
be able to demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of a wide range of structures characteristic of the language.
2.
be able to demonstrate awareness of the complexities of a non-verbal language.
3.
be able to critically reflect on Sign language learning in terms of progress and skills development during the course of the module.
4.
be able to use a range of commonly used forms to communicate successfully in day to day situations to an intermediate level.
5.
be able to use a range of commonly used forms to communicate successfully in a professional situation.
6.
be able to make sophisticated selection of the forms appropriate to the information sought and the context; provide information appropriate to the context.
7.
be able to articulate the language clearly so that a native user of the language would understand their questions and contributions most of the time.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Other

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Project Work

Assessment 2: Oral Assessment

Assessment 3: Written Assignment

Assessment Criteria

The student will have to demonstrate adequate knowledge, understanding and ability before credit is awarded. Communication in the language is achieved with fluency, clarity and accuracy appropriate to the level. Marks are awarded in accordance with the details laid out in the Modern Languages Centre’s marking criteria made available on … For more content click the Read More button below. Feedback is generally given via the Assignment Assessment Sheets, except in cases where the nature of the assignment means that a different form of written feedback is more appropriate.   Preparing and carrying out each face-to-face exercise corresponds to three hours of student effort.

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