NZSL Crash Course - Beg (Units 1-3)

Learn NZSL (New Zealand Sign Language) online via MySign!

Discover the beauty of NZSL during your lunch break this summer! This beginner-level online course spans 5 weeks, starting on Monday, November 13th from 12.00pm - 1.00pm.

Dates:         13/11, 20/11, 27/11, 4/12 and 11/12

Times:         12.00pm - 1.00pm

Level:          Beginner, Level 1, Unit 1 - 3

Fee:             $79 per person inclusive of weekly homework and handouts

Teacher:    Tania Purdon

At the end of course, learners will:

Unit 1 -  Meeting and greeting

• exchange greetings and make introductions
• learn about the role of facial expression in NZSL
• learn to get, and give, eyegaze before signing
• learn numbers 1-10
• learn the fingerspelling alphabet, spell their own name, and ask for repetition
• understand Deaf culture - getting attention

Unit 2 - Our class

• identify people in the class
• name language(s) they are learning and learning places
• give and follow simple instructions and action commands
• ask for clarification, correction and confirmation
• use numbers for counting (11-20) and simple time phrases in relation to class activities

Unit 3 - Needs and Wants

• name common food and drink items
• make and respond to requests and offers for basic wants and needs
• express likes and dislikes
• learn numbers 20-50

lmportant Information:

• To participate, you'll need a computer/laptop with a camera and an internet connection. Tablets or mobile phones are not recommended.
• Minimum enrollment of 4 students is required for the course to proceed.
• Upon registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link.
• For inquiries or employer fee coverage, contact us at mysign@mergenz.co.nz