ASL 3215 - Deaf Art, Film and Theatre

(crosslisted) PMA 3425
(ALC-AS, CA-AS)

Spring. 3 credits. Student option grading.

Prerequisite: ASL 2202 and ASL 2301.

B. Schertz.

This course will explore approaches to the Deaf experience taken by Deaf artists from the 1900s to the present. Analysis of chosen works of Deaf art, film and theater will illuminate the expression of the Deaf narrative through symbolism, themes, and genres. We will examine the interaction of these works in multiple social, historical, cultural and political contexts and how they have contributed to the construction of Deaf culture and identity. This course will be taught in advanced ASL, with emphasis on the production and comprehension of academic ASL.