Thu, 20 Jun
|Online
Beginner - Part 1 (units 1 & 2)
Explore the wonders of NZSL from the comfort of your home! Join our engaging 8-week online course and begin your journey into the world of NZSL. Enrol today to start signing with confidence!
Date, Time & Location
20 Jun 2024, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Online
Members going
About The Course
Learn NZSL (New Zealand Sign Language) online via MySign!
Join our online classes with a qualified NZSL teacher for a fully interactive learning experience. This course is suitable for students with no prior knowledge or experience in NZSL.
Level: NZSL Beginner - Part 1 (Level 1, Unit 1 and 2)
Duration: Every Thursday for 8 weeks - 20/6, 27/6, 4/7, 11/7, 18/7, 25/7, 1/8, 8/8 and 15/8
Teacher: Sarah Blum
Course fee: $140 incl. weekly handouts/homework
What You'll Learn:
Unit 1 - Meeting and Greeting
- Exchange greetings and make introductions.
- Understand simple online class instructions.
- Learn about the role of facial expression in NZSL.
- Learn to get, and give, eyegaze before signing (requirements for visual attention).
- Learn numbers 1‐10.
- Learn the fingerspelling alphabet, spell their own name, and ask for repetition.
Unit 2 - Our Class
- Identify people in the online class.
- Name the language(s) they are learning.
- Give and follow simple instructions and action commands.
- Ask for clarification, correction and confirmation.
- Ask and tell the location of objects in the room.
- Use appropriate phrases for arriving late to an online class.
- Use numbers for counting (0‐20) and express simple time phrases related to class activities.
Important Notes:
- Registering online secures your spot in the course. A minimum number of students is required; if not met, the course may be postponed or cancelled. Please review our cancellation policy.
- All you need is a computer/laptop with a webcam and an internet connection. Please note that tablets (such as Chromebook) and mobile devices are not suitable for online learning.
- After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link for the course. Check your spam folder if you don't see it.
- A Certificate of Attendance will be issued upon meeting 80% attendance (6 out of 8 classes).
- Funding from Employers: Consider approaching your employer for professional development funding. If your organisation is covering the course fee, please email us with their Reference/Purchase Order number (mysign @ mergenz.co.nz).
Ready to embark on this exciting NZSL journey? Don't hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns. Enrol today and enhance your sign language skills with MySign!