Introduction to BSL

The following two introductory courses are taught by trainee tutors, under supervision, as part of their coursework.

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Key course information

Dates
10/05/12 - 12/07/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
10 weeks

Time
13:30 - 15:30

Fees
Full fee: £55
Senior fee: £38
Concession: £37

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
QB314

Availability
This date is full

This course is full

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This qualification is designed to enable learners to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language (BSL) on a range of topics that involve simple, everyday language use. It is also an opportunity for trainee BSL tutors to demonstrate their teaching skills. A fully qualified BSL tutor will supervise the sessions.

What topics will we cover?

You will learn BSL communication skills at beginner level relating to the following topic areas:
- Meeting people
- Using numbers
- Weather
- Transport
- Directions
- People, animals and objects in the home
- Interests and activities
- Refreshments
- Getting around.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Recognise and use a limited range of simple words an sentences in BSL
- Take part in simple conversations in BSL
- Give and understand simple directions in BSL
- Give and understand simple descriptions in BSL.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You will need to have basic literacy as you will be asked to write some self-evaluations.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

- Demonstration
- Pair/group work
- Question and answers.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

- DVDs and books are available in the library at City Lit
- 'BSL for Dummies' books can be purchased at a special price, subject to availability.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. One-to-One feedback on the course.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

After completing the Introduction to BSL, you can enrol on a level 1 in BSL course.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2725

Fax: 020 7492 2745

deafedu@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times for BSL and Lipreading: Wednesday 14:00 – 15:00 (term-time only) All other advice by appointment

English, maths and computing courses for Deaf people

Tel: 020 7492 2726 (voice)

Email: deafskills@citylit.ac.uk

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