BSL Level 1 online course information guide
British Sign Language Level 1
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BSL Level 1 online course information guide
About Teach Me Sign...
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At Teach Me Sign we aim to make British Sign Language accessible to
everyone everywhere, which is why we have created the online British Sign
Language Level 1 course. We are confident that you will find our course
enjoyable and rewarding.
At Teach Me Sign we have 9 years BSL teaching experience, 99% pass
rate and a 5/5 star review from hotcourses.com. We also offer online
resources to our students so that they always have the needed materials to
practice their skills at home. Furthermore, we were shortlisted for Teacher of
the Year 2013 and 2014 for the annual Signature awards. We are proud of
the way we teach by offering continuous support to our students, and we are
always on hand to help inside and out of the classroom.
Lets kick things off with our fantastic student
feedback!
Over the years, many students have expressed how impressed they were
with Teach Me Sign's approach. We pride ourselves in our friendly and
supportive teaching, which is why we are able to share some glowing reviews
with you:
“I have enjoyed learning BSL and hope to continue in the future. Ahmed
has been brilliant especially since there is a "language" barrier - me
being Scottish and him English. He tried hard to communicate and
helped me to understand the language difference, whilst being open to
learning Scottish signs too! A great experience” Kim, BSL Level 2 online
“I have been really enjoying my course so far. Though at first I didn't
know what to expect, I am happy with the self-learning modules followed
by the one-to-one sessions in which I can then practice what I have
learnt that week. I am enjoying each lesson more and more as time
progresses and as I become more confident signing.” Kanika, BSL Level
1 online
“I would rate my experience with TMS as a 10/10. I honestly can't fault it.
Ahmed is a very understanding and patient teacher and always takes an
interest in your progress. TMS always stay in contact throughout the
course and keep you informed. Any issues are always dealt with very
quickly”. Sharon, BSL level 2 online
I would recommend Teach Me Sign to a friend particularly as the online
learning is so convenient.” Juliette & Rebecca, BSL Level 1 online
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"I am absolutely loving the fun, innovative and simplistic approach by
Ahmed and Teach Me Sign so I can learn and really understand what I
thought was a complex language and 'hidden' world”. – Joanne, BSL
Level 1 online.
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“Light hearted, learning is repeated which very helpful. Lots of positive
reinforcement and very interactive. The tutor's humor and
encouragement is one of the best things about the course and being
able to communicate in sign to my colleague at work as been one of the
biggest rewards”. Jan, BSL level 1.
For more student reviews please go to:
http://www.teachmesign.co.uk/student-feedback
Your Course:
Course: British Sign Language level 1 online
Part 1 start date: Upon enrolment
Part 1 of the course will be self-study. We will provide the learning resources
for you via the Teach Me Sign online student space, and you will study the
vocabulary in your own time in preparation for Part 2.
Part 2 start date: Thursday 14th April 2016
Part 2 consists of weekly online tutorials with your tutor and three other
classmates. These tutorials continue for 16 weeks at the specified time
agreed upon with your tutor.
Time: 6pm-8pm
Teaching method: Online
Accredited by: Signature. Nationally recognised qualification.
Course fee: £375 Available to pay in instalments at no extra cost.
Exams: 101: £18
102: £33
103: £33
(Exam fees are separate to your course fee and are charged additionally)
Course Dates:
Thursday 14th April 2016 (7.30pm-9.30pm – one off)
Thursday 21st April 2016 (6pm-8pm)
Thursday 28th April 2016
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Thursday 12th May 2016
Thursday 19th May 2016
Thursday 26th May 2016
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Thursday 2nd June 2016
Thursday 9th June 2016
Thursday 16th June 2016
Thursday 23rd June 2016
Thursday 30th June 2016
Thursday 7th July 2016
Thursday 14th July 2016
Thursday 21st July 2016
Course Requirements:
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Enthusiasm and drive to learn.
Ability to commit to learning the online material provided by Teach Me
Sign in preparation for part 2.
Ability to commit to the course and attend each session designated to
you.
A computer/laptop, a good internet connection and a web cam. Tablets
and iPads are not compatible for group sessions.
Willingness to complete regular online homework.
Your computer/laptop should be in working order and be virus free so it
does not conflict with your learning.
How is the Course Delivered?
This course will be split into 2 parts:
Part 1: Self study
For approximately 4 weeks prior to the start of the course, you will be
responsible to use the special Teach Me Sign online resources to learn all the
basics in BSL vocabulary and sentence structure. Here you will also carry out
regular tests to quiz yourself on the material you have learnt. Your tutor will
also be monitoring your scores.
Part 2: With your tutor
After your self-study is complete, you and three others will meet weekly with
your tutor Ahmed on the specified time. When your 16 sessions are complete,
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you will meet your tutor in person and take your exams in order to obtain your
accredited Signature Certificate.
Attendance:
Should you be considering taking BSL level 1 online with Teach Me Sign,
please ensure that you are able to commit to the course and are able to put in
the time required to revise sufficiently in Part 1. You must also be able to
attend every week in Part 2.
Naturally, an illness or special circumstance may occur in which you are
unable to attend a tutorial. This should not be a problem, but it is essential
that you are able to attend 95% of your course, and revise any material that
you have missed in the lesson. This gives you the best possible chances
successfully completing your course.
This Course is Ideal For:
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Those who work/volunteer (or wish to) with deaf children or adults.
Those who have a family member, friend or colleague who is Deaf.
Those who are seeking a long-term career within the Deaf community.
Those wishing to integrate British Sign Language into their job/life
People who learn effectively using visual methods of teaching.
Those who cannot attend Teach Me Sign classes in person.
Those who are looking to learn a new language.
Those looking for a new hobby or interest.
Course Objectives:
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To learn, understand and use simple sentences using British Sign
Language using British Sign Language structure.
To give and receive descriptive and directional language.
To have an understanding of Deaf culture and feel confident when
communicating with Deaf or Hard of Hearing people.
To have a basic conversation using British Sign Language with other
BSL users.
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Topics Covered:
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Finger Spelling
Numbers, time & money
Location/description of objects
Direction
Colours
Description
Family
Hobbies and interests
Hand shape
Placement
Non-manual features
Pets/animals
Work
Home life
School/college/university
Food and drink
Weather, describing the weather
Further information on Deaf awareness and culture
Your Exams:
To make your course accredited you must successfully pass 3 exams.
This course is divided into 3 units: 101, 102 and 103.
Each unit will reflect a theme from the various topics you have studied, and
will be assessed with an exam. The exams will consist of a video recorded
conversation between yourself and tutor in a quiet area for maximum focus.
These will be carried out at Teach Me Sign's venue in Southampton,
Hampshire. Teach Me Sign take no profit/booking or admin from your exam
fees; these are set and paid to Signature for the assessment of your exam.
These recorded videos are then sent to Signature to be assessed. Exams will
take at the end of your course.
Exam fees are subject to change annually by Signature. All exam fees
are paid directly to Signature on your behalf.
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How Will I Be Taught?
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You will be taught using straightforward, easy to follow online resources and
teaching.
Within Part 2 of your course, there will be three students learning with you in
your virtual classroom. This provides a fantastic opportunity for pair and
activity work, and allows you to practice your new signing skills with others
who are also learning.
Teach Me Sign Online Student Space
As an online student, you will have access to the wonderful Teach Me Sign
online resources. You will have your own log-in username and password to
access lots of videos and quizzes that will keep you practicing outside the
classroom. This has proven to be extremely popular with 98% of our students
using and enjoying the online space.
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Paying for My Course
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You can pay your course fee in one lump sum or you may choose the Teach
Me Sign installment plan:
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£50 due upon enrolment to secure your place (non refundable)
£25 due upon enrolment for online resources (non refundable)
£110 due by 14th April 2016
£100 due by 14th May 2016
£100 due by 14th June 2016
Exams fees are charged separately and can be paid at the start of your
course or you can pay these with confirmation of their bookings.
What Happens After my Course?
On successful completion of this course participants will receive their
accredited British Sign Language level 1 certificate.
You may also decide to progress onto British Sign Language level 2. This is
entirely at your discretion and we will be on hand to advise you.
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Your Place on the Course:
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This course requires a minimum of 3 students for it to go ahead. In most
cases all our numbers are achieved, but should we not have enough students
to begin, we may postpone the courses a little until we have the correct
number of students needed to continue.
I Would Like to Enrol, What Next?
If you are interested in pursuing BSL Level 1 online with Teach Me Sign, we
would love to hear from you! We will try and accommodate you by deciding on
a time and day to learn that suits you. From there, we will send you an
enrollment link.
Should you have any further questions regarding the course, please do not
hesitate to contact us at [email protected]!
We hope you have enjoyed looking over our online British Sign Language
level 1 online course information. If you require further assistance or to enroll
please do not hesitate to contact us.
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