Arkansas Code
Subchapter 1 - General Provisions
§ 6-16-142. American Sign Language as modern language or foreign language — Definition

(a) As used in this section, “American Sign Language” means the visual natural language recognized globally that is linguistically complete with unique rules for language structure and use, including without limitation phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and discourse.
(b)
(1) American Sign Language may be taught in the public schools of the state as a modern language or foreign language.
(2) An American Sign Language course shall:
(A) Adhere to standards of rigor and proficiency consistent with content standards and curriculum frameworks for foreign language courses developed by the State Board of Education; and
(B) Receive academic credit equal to other foreign language courses.


(c) The state board shall promulgate rules for the licensure and curriculum requirements necessary to implement this section.

Structure Arkansas Code

Arkansas Code

Title 6 - Education

Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally

Chapter 16 - Curriculum

Subchapter 1 - General Provisions

§ 6-16-101. Celebrate Freedom Week

§ 6-16-102. School day — Definition

§ 6-16-103. Course of study generally

§ 6-16-104. Basic language of instruction

§ 6-16-105. United States flag

§ 6-16-106. Arkansas flag

§ 6-16-107. Patriotic observances generally

§ 6-16-108. Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance

§ 6-16-111. Morals, manners, patriotism, and business and professional integrity

§ 6-16-118. High school equivalency testing for adults — Fees — Definition

§ 6-16-120. Academic credit for community service

§ 6-16-121. African-American history — Teaching materials

§ 6-16-122. American heritage

§ 6-16-124. Arkansas history — Required social studies course

§ 6-16-126. Food handling safety — Instructional materials clearinghouse

§ 6-16-127. Arkansas Foreign Language Teacher Training Program

§ 6-16-128. Arkansas Early Grades Foreign Language Pilot Program

§ 6-16-129. Gun violence prevention

§ 6-16-130. Visual art or music

§ 6-16-132. Physical education

§ 6-16-133. World War II veterans

§ 6-16-134. Veterans’ diplomas

§ 6-16-135. Personal and family finance standards

§ 6-16-136. Statewide coordination of distance learning

§ 6-16-137. Physical education credit for physical activity courses — Definitions

§ 6-16-139. Technology curriculum

§ 6-16-140. Vocational or technical course awards

§ 6-16-141. Credit for participating in Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps

§ 6-16-142. American Sign Language as modern language or foreign language — Definition

§ 6-16-143. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation instruction

§ 6-16-144. Arts-Enriched Curriculum Program

§ 6-16-145. Academic study of the Bible course

§ 6-16-146. Cursive writing

§ 6-16-147. Computer science — Required course offering

§ 6-16-148. Foundation of certain social studies or history courses offered in grades seven through twelve

§ 6-16-149. United States citizenship civics test

§ 6-16-150. Credit for completing military basic training

§ 6-16-151. Activities — Payments prohibited — Definitions