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Michelle Barto

Residential Faculty - American Sign Language

World Languages

World Languages

Office: 41 - Room: 110

480-264-0167 (alt)

[email protected]

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 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
27798	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025			Class Ended
	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 [email protected] Class 27798 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required for ASL Internet Class.
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27801	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025			Class Ended
	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: [email protected] Class 27801 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required.
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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			Class Ended
27802	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 [email protected] Class 27802 A Computer with a webcam or camera is required.
33103	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025			Class Ended
33103	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 33103 A computer with a webcam or camera is required. Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Fall 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.
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
22360	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025			Open 12 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. Class 22360 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. Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]
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22367	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025			Open 16 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. Class 22367 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. Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]
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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
23284	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025			Open 4 of 20 Seats Available
23284	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 23284 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. Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

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
32839	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025			Open 13 of 20 Seats Available
32839	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 32839 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. Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Fall Flex Start 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.
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
24352	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	09/08/2025 – 12/19/2025			Open 18 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. Class 24352 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. Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]
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