Never Have I Ever, Novice Mid, ASL
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Never Have I Ever
Proficiency Level:
Novice Mid
This lab will be a fun game for students to learn more about each other, as well as practice the vocabulary that they've learned.
Keywords:
Never Have I Ever, Game, Vocabulary, Basic Information
Relevant NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Statements:
- I can communicate basic information about myself (Novice Low)
Relevant ACTFL World-Readiness Standards
Communication
Standard 1.1
Students engage in conversations, provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions.
Materials Needed:
- Dry Erase Markers
- Erasers
Never Have I Ever Cards, Main Activity (Divided evenly among the lab group)
Warm-Up: Review
To start, the warm up is a quick review of some survival signs. Survival phrases are signs new ASL learners need in the beginning stages of learning the language.
1. Begin by introducing the Can-Dos for today’s activity and writing on the whiteboard simple phrases that will help with communication and understanding such as; "What is the sign for.../How do you sign...", "Yes/No", "I don't understand", "Remember", "Slow", "Again/Repeat", "I NEVER".
"I'm going to write different words on the board for you to remember. They will help a lot in the coming weeks being introduced into sign language, they will also help you play the game."
Main Activity: Never Have I Ever
The main activity is Never Have I Ever, this game is great for talking about experiences in the past tense.
1. Begin by dividing the lab group into two separate groups. Give each group an equal amount of Never Have I Ever cards.
"Now, we're going to play a game called Never Have I Ever. I'm going to divide you into two groups and give you all cards."
2. One person will start by drawing a card and signing, "I NEVER..." and then the information on the card. The rest of the group will raise their hand and share their story. Encouraging students to share and not just say yes/no in response.
"One person will start by drawing a card. They'll sign 'I NEVER...' and then the card. The rest of you will raise your hand if you have done it. If you haven't, you will keep your hand down."
3. Once everyone has raised their hand and discussed if they've done it before or not, then the next person will draw a card and keep going.
"If you have done it, chat about when and how you did it. After you have all discussed, the next person will draw a card and play will continue around the group."
Wrap-Up
Wrap-up questions (Pick the a few you’d like to ask):
1. "Did you like the game?"
2. "What did you learn about each other?"
3. "Was it easy or difficult to play the game?"
End of lab:
• Read Can-Do statements once more and have students evaluate their confidence.
(Use thumbs up/thumbs down or download our student cards.)
• Encourage students to be honest in their self-evaluation.
• Pay attention, and try to use feedback for future labs!
Relevant NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Statements:
- I can communicate basic information about myself (Novice Low)