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American Sign Language

Katie Moore is a Deaf assistant professor in the School of Languages and Linguistics. She is a doctoral candidate in Education: Learning Design and Leadership from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her dissertation focuses on using peer learning models to develop L2 students’ American Sign Language (ASL) skills. She has her Master’s in Teaching ASL from the University of Northern Colorado and has taught ASL for eleven years, in both K-12 and postsecondary institutions. She also is a member of the American Sign Language Teachers Association Board, as Professional Development Director.

Katie is a dedicated educator with extensive experience in the development and instruction of ASL courses, ranging from levels 1 to 7. In addition to teaching ASL, she has developed curricula for Deaf Culture, Deaf Studies, ASL/Deaf history, and ASL comprehension skills. Her research interests are centered on supporting new ASL educators, investigating best practices for ASL instruction, and offering professional development to advance the skills of teachers within the field.