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Bonjou Kreyòl! A Beginners Guide to Haitian Creole

$189

with Magda Celin

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 15, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

This beginner-level course is designed to help students develop foundational skills in both spoken and written Haitian Creole. Through engaging, real-life contexts, students will learn how to communicate effectively in everyday situations—from introducing themselves to talking about the weather, time, and personal preferences. In addition to language instruction, the course offers an immersive exploration of Haitian culture, including music, art, cuisine, and other vibrant traditions. By connecting language learning with cultural insights, students will gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of Haiti and its people.

Course Objectives:

  • Introduce oneself and engage in basic conversations in Haitian Creole.
  • Discuss everyday topics such as the weather, time, and personal likes or dislikes.
  • Gain insight into Haitian culture through language associated with music, art, food, and more.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu. 

American Sign Language 101

$189

with Tom Driscoll

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 15, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks

ASL is a visual gestural language that is a native language among deaf individuals. This class is geared towards people who are new to American Sign Language or those who have an elementary introduction and wish to expand their knowledge. The goal is to take students with little or no knowledge of ASL and Deaf Culture and provide them with the skills needed to communicate comfortably in a variety of situations in the Deaf community.

This course is for those who have no experience with ASL or who need a refresher on the basics. Learn the ASL manual alphabet, numbers, greetings, feelings, expressions, family, time, clothes, body parts, and other basic conversational tools.

Course Format: 
This course is offered in person. 

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017.





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