HUMA2070
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course is a starting point for you to learn Australian Sign language (Auslan). You will become aware of the deaf and hard of hearing community and its culture. No prior knowledge of Auslan or contact with deaf people is assumed. You will learn fingerspelling and signs, and by the completion of the course you will be able to participate in short dialogues. You will also investigate elements of Auslan linguistics and explore issues related to Deaf culture, community and history.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Online
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Identify and describe issues affecting Australian Deaf Community, Culture and history.
2. Identify and apply appropriate linguistic elements of Auslan.
3. Recognise and respond effectively to Auslan vocabulary and grammatical constructions in simple everyday situations.
4. Produce and deliver a range of accurate Auslan vocabulary and grammatical constructions in simple everyday situations.
Content
The course will provide an introduction to the study and acquisition of Auslan through a mix of theory and practical components. Topics covered will include:
- Elements of Auslan
- Communication strategies
- Models in Deaf education
- Auslan grammar
- Indigenous Sign Languages
- History of Auslan
- Deaf culture
- Deaf sport
Requisite
This course replaces LING2070. If you have successfully completed LING2070 you cannot enrol in this course.
Assessment items
Quiz: Quizzes
Online Learning Activity: Online Learning Activity
Presentation: Presentation Part A and B
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 1 - 2024 - Online
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- HUMA2070 - Semester 1, 2024 (All) (PDF, 292.2 KB)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.