Two anatomical diagrams of the heart titled "Systole and Diastole During a Cardiac Cycle" are displayed, with a presenter, Alicia Booten, PhD, visible on the right side using American Sign Language. The left diagram (a) illustrates diastole (ventricle filling) with the AV valves open, and the right diagram (b) illustrates systole (ventricle contraction) with the semilunar valves open.

Biology in Motion: The Cardiovascular System in ASL

Presented By: Alicia K. Wooten, Ph.D

Course Duration: 2 hours

Subscription: 6 Months

CEU Credits: 0.2 PS

Biology in Motion: The Cardiovascular System in ASL

Price range: $37.49 through $49.99

Course Description & Objectives

The cardiovascular system is constantly in motion—circulating blood, delivering oxygen, and maintaining life. This workshop, led by a Deaf biology expert, will help interpreters develop a strong foundation in cardiac function and expand their ASL vocabulary. Through interactive activities, participants will refine their ability to interpret complex cardiovascular concepts with clarity and accuracy. After attending this session, participants will:

Gain a deeper understanding of cardiovascular anatomy, circulation, and common heart conditions to enhance interpretation accuracy.
Learn and practice specialized ASL signs related to the cardiovascular system, ensuring effective communication.
Improve interpretation skills by refining their ability to interpret cardiovascular topics in medical and educational settings.

SKU: Category:Sign Language Interpreters Tags:Healthcare Interpreting, Linguistics, Pre-Conference: 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters

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Meet Your Instructor

Alicia K. Wooten, Ph.D.

Dr. Alicia K. Wooten is a deaf immunologist and associate professor of biology at Gallaudet University. She earned a Ph.D. in Molecular and Translational Medicine from Boston University and a B.S. in Biomedical Sciences from the Rochester Institute of Technology. Her expertise lies in lung biology, infectious diseases, and the immune system, with research focusing on HIV, autoimmune diseases, and Streptococcus pneumoniae. Dr. Wooten co-founded Atomic Hands, a non-profit aiming to engage the deaf community in STEM through American Sign Language (ASL) and facilitate networking opportunities among deaf STEMists. Beyond academia, she actively contributes to public health efforts, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and is dedicated to developing ASL- based STEM educational resources. Dr. Wooten advocates for inclusive science communication and encourages minority groups, especially in the deaf community, to pursue careers in science.