Beginner - Part 1 (units 1 & 2)

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, Units 1 and 2)

Duration: Every Monday for 8 weeks - 12/8, 19/8, 26/8, 2/9, 9/9, 16/9, 23/9 and 30/9

Course fee:  $140 incl. electronic weekly handouts/homework

Teacher: Joyce Stokell

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!