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American Sign Language Linguistics (SL 400)

Term: 2024-2025 Spring

Faculty

Kent Rockwell Oviatt
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Dr. Oviatt received his BA and MA at Piedmont International University. He completed his EdD at Liberty University in July 2023. His PhD at Carolina is ABD. 

 

Dr. Oviatt has served in ministry and leadership roles for over 45 years. He has been married to Denise for 44 years, and they have two adult children.

 

He is an adjunct professor at the Deaf Studies Program at Crown College of the Bible in Powell, Tennessee.

 

Dr. Oviatt is also the Director of the Deaf Studies Program and is an adjunct professor in the DMin and MMin programs at Piedmont Divinity School at Carolina University,

Description

This course provides an overview of the major linguistic structures of American Sign Language in comparison with English and other spoken or signed languages. Content covers ASL phonology, morphology, syntax, language use, and linguistic applications.