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Michelle Barto

Residential Faculty - American Sign Language

World Languages

World Languages

Office: 41 - Room: 110

480-264-0167 (alt)

michelle.barto@mesacc.edu

Office Hours

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
8:30 AM - 9:50 AM		8:30 AM - 9:50 AM
	Online		Online
By appointment	By appointment	By appointment	By appointment

Classes Taught

Spring 2024

ASL101	American Sign Language I					4 Credits
Introduction of principles, methods, and techniques for communicating with deaf people who sign. Development of expressive and receptive sign skills, manual alphabet, numbers, and sign vocabulary. Overview of syntax, grammar, and culture related to American Sign Language (A.S.L.). Prerequisites: None. ASL103 suggested as a corequisite but not required.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28599	Dobson Campus EF 1S	Hybrid Lecture	01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024	MoWe	10:00 AM - 10:50 AM	Class Started
	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at michelle.barto@mesacc.edu Class 28599 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required.
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28595	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024			Class Started
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at michelle.barto@mesacc.edu Class 28595 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required for ASL Internet Class.
	Book Information
28602	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024			Class Started
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at: michelle.barto@mesacc.edu Class 28602 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required.
	Book Information

ASL102	American Sign Language II					4 Credits
Continued development of knowledge and language skills for communicating with deaf people who sign. Includes numbers, fingerspelling, and culture. Emphasis on enhancement of receptive sign skills and continued development of expressive sign skills. Application of rudimentary, syntactical, and grammatical structure stressed with continued development of sign vocabulary. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL101 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28604	Dobson Campus EF 1S	Hybrid Lecture	01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024	MoWe	11:00 AM - 11:50 AM	Class Started
	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at michelle.barto@mesacc.edu Class 28604 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required.
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ASL202	American Sign Language IV					4 Credits
Advanced American Sign Language skills including continued vocabulary. Emphasis on conversational techniques in a cross-cultural framework. Continued work on conceptual accurate signing of English idioms and words with multiple meanings. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ASL201 or permission of Department or Division. ENG101 or ENG107, ASL200 and CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment suggested but not required. Completion of prerequisites within the last 3 yrs is required.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28608	Dobson Campus EF 1S	Hybrid Lecture	01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024	We	12:00 PM - 1:50 PM	Class Started
	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 28608 Students may contact instructor at: michelle.barto@mesacc.edu Class 28608 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required.
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Spring Flex Start 2024

ASL201	American Sign Language III					4 Credits
Linguistics of American Sign Language (A.S.L.) including non-manual behaviors and signing English idioms with conceptual accuracy. Emphasis on practical application of A.S.L. skills, expanded vocabulary, and cross-cultural communication. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL102 or permission of Department or Division. ENG101 or ENG107 and CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment suggested but not required. Completion of prerequisites within the last 3 years is required.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28607	Dobson Campus EF 1S	Hybrid Lecture	01/22/2024 - 05/10/2024	Mo	12:00 PM - 1:50 PM	Class Started
	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at michelle.barto@mesacc.edu Class 28607 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required.
	Book Information

Fall 2024

ASL101	American Sign Language I					4 Credits
Introduction of principles, methods, and techniques for communicating with deaf people who sign. Development of expressive and receptive sign skills, manual alphabet, numbers, and sign vocabulary. Overview of syntax, grammar, and culture related to American Sign Language (A.S.L.). Prerequisites: None. ASL103 suggested as a corequisite but not required.
Course Notes: If you have previous knowledge of American Sign Language or you have taken high school American Sign Language classes, please contact the World Languages department (480-461-7031) to be placed in the appropriate level
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
13643	Dobson Campus EF 1S	Hybrid Lecture	08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024	MoWe	10:00 AM - 10:50 AM	Open 15 of 20 Seats Available
13643	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 13643 Students may contact instructor at michelle.barto@mesacc.edu Class 13643 High-speed Internet and a video recording device are required to successfully participate in this class. Students are expected to video record themselves for this class.
13655	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024			Open 10 of 20 Seats Available
13655	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 13655 Students may contact instructor at michelle.barto@mesacc.edu Class 13655 High-speed Internet and a video recording device are required to successfully participate in this class. Students are expected to video record themselves for this class.
13663	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024			Open 20 of 20 Seats Available
13663	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 13663 Students may contact instructor at: michelle.barto@mesacc.edu, Class 13663 High-speed Internet and a video recording device are required to successfully participate in this class. Students are expected to video record themselves for this class.

ASL102	American Sign Language II					4 Credits
Continued development of knowledge and language skills for communicating with deaf people who sign. Includes numbers, fingerspelling, and culture. Emphasis on enhancement of receptive sign skills and continued development of expressive sign skills. Application of rudimentary, syntactical, and grammatical structure stressed with continued development of sign vocabulary. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL101 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
14922	Dobson Campus EF 1S	Hybrid Lecture	08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024	MoWe	11:00 AM - 11:50 AM	Open 15 of 20 Seats Available
14922	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 14922 High-speed Internet and a video recording device are required to successfully participate in this class. Students are expected to video record themselves for this class Class 14922 Students may contact instructor at: michelle.barto@mesacc.edu

ASL201	American Sign Language III					4 Credits
Linguistics of American Sign Language (A.S.L.) including non-manual behaviors and signing English idioms with conceptual accuracy. Emphasis on practical application of A.S.L. skills, expanded vocabulary, and cross-cultural communication. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL102 or permission of Department or Division. ENG101 or ENG107 and CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment suggested but not required. Completion of prerequisites within the last 3 years is required.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
13656	Dobson Campus EF 1S	Hybrid Lecture	08/21/2024 - 12/13/2024	We	12:00 PM - 1:50 PM	Open 14 of 20 Seats Available
13656	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 13656 Students may contact instructor at: michelle.barto@mesacc.edu. Class 13656 High-speed Internet and a video recording device are required to successfully participate in this class. Students are expected to video record themselves for this class.

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