EXTRA CREDIT


1.  Bring in a newspaper or magazine article (can be printed or online) regarding ASL, Deaf People, Deaf Culture, or Deaf History.  Write a typed 1 page paper, double spaced, 12 point font, times new roman, discussing the article.   
Include:
  • A brief synopsis/summary
  • What you thought about it
  • Did it change your perspective or thoughts on the subject
  • Can you relate to it? Why or why not?
  • Does it make you question anything?
  • What did you think was interesting?
  • Did you agree or disagree with anything?
            You are not limited to the questions above.

2. Signing Naturally Videos and Worksheets (See teacher for details)

3. Students will be given the opportunity to go to numerous Deaf events, and attendance is highly encouraged.  For extra credit, you may make a 3 - 6 minute videotape of yourself  
    OR
     Write a typed 1 page summary, double spaced, 12 point font, times new roman,
     Include:
o   Explaining your experience at the event,
o   where you went,
o   what you noticed about Deaf culture,
o   what you learned,
o   how you felt,
o   Who you talked to, facts about that person, etc.

4. You may interview a Deaf person on film inquiring about their past (i.e. Childhood, school, work, family, where they live, etc.) and how that has changed today. Write a script of the questions and answers given.  The interview should be between 3 and 6 minutes.