Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

BSL intermediate (for deaf people)

This course is for Deaf Learners who have passed level 1, but are not quite ready for level 2. You will practise story-telling, having conversations and presenting information to others in an unhurried and friendly class. Please note, this is not an exam class.

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Key course information

Dates
06/09/11 - 12/06/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
33 weeks

Time
10:00 - 12:30

Fees
Full fee: £81
Senior fee: £52
Concession: £51

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
YB303*

Availability
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It may still be possible to enrol on this course - please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover missed content with you. Please be advised that the published course fees will apply.

Course outline

What is the course about?

This is a course for D/deaf students who passed level 1 in BSL but who are not quite ready to do level 2 in BSL. This course is not accredited, however, you will get an attendance certificate at the end of the course.

What topics will we cover?

You will learn BSL communication skills at pre-level 2 relating to the following topics:
- Everyday conversation
- Meeting and describing people
- Family
- Hobbies and interests
- Daily routines
- Eating and Drinking
- Health and illness
- Activities at work
- Getting around and places in town
- Shopping and spending
- Numbers
- Clothes and colour.

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

Demonstrate signing skills in BSL structure at pre-level 2 by being able to:
- Show a wide range of vocabulary
- Use correct and clear hand shapes
- Use suitable facial expressions with signs
- Conduct a conversation with a deaf person
- Show turn-taking and asking for clarification
- Tell a short story.

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

You will need to have basic literacy as you will need to read basic words during class. You will write down briefly what you have learned. Your tutor will help if this is difficult.

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

- Demonstration
- Pair/group work
- Questions and answers
- Receptive skills from DVDs
- Games
- Narrative practice
- Group and 1 to 1 discussion
- Role play.

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

DVDs and books are in the library at City Lit.
There are two "Starting to Sign" booklets for beginners which are also provided by 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?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions. Come to the special drop-in at City Lit on a Wednesday afternoon 2-3 during term time for an interview. Please ask reception for room number.

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. One-to-one feedback is given during 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?

If you are successful in this course, you can progress to a Level 2 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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