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Michelle Barto

Residential Faculty - American Sign Language

World Languages

World Languages

Office: 41 - Room: 110

480-264-0167 (alt)

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
8:30 AM - 9:50 AM 8:30 AM - 9:50 AM  
 

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Classes Taught

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
15576
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024
MoWe
5:45 PM – 7:30 PM

Class Started

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 15576 Students may contact instructor at michelle.barto@mesacc.edu

Class 15576 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.
13643
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024
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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Spring 2025

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
27800
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
01/15/2025 – 05/09/2025
We
10:30 AM – 12:10 PM

Open

16 of 22
Seats Available

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 27800 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required.
27798

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

17 of 20
Seats Available

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 27798 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required for ASL Internet Class.
27801

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

19 of 20
Seats Available

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 27801 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required.
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
27802

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

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 27802 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required.
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
28786

Live Online
Live Online
Lecture
01/15/2025 – 05/09/2025
We
5:45 PM – 7:05 PM

Open

20 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. 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 28786 Students may contact instructor at: michelle.barto@mesacc.edu

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