I took this class during the corona summer so it was quite different than the professors were used to. I personally was in LaTasha Clay's section (the entire class was split up into smaller discussions of about 8 students each between Ben, LaTasha, and Jennifer Marfino) and I absolutely adored her. The class was listed from 9:30am-3pm, but the actual class time was pretty short. Ben would post the lecture video (around 15-20 minutes long) at 9:30 each morning and you could watch it at your discretion, then you would attend section for 50 minutes at your assigned time (for us, either 1-1:50pm or 2-2:50pm). Ben always made sure to keep things fun by doing different group activities or games to study too, like jeopardy and family feud.
The only thing about the class that was bit tougher (though still not super difficult) were the homework assignments. Twice a week we'd be assigned worksheets that were all pretty lengthy (classmates mentioned the optional textbook/workbook recommended for the class was very helpful). They would be posted at 9:30am and due by 12pm, which was a bit of a time crunch given the length, but homework wasn't weighted too heavily. We had weekly quizzes too, which were often easier than the worksheets. Also, Mariam, the class interpreter and tutor, will be your best friend! She is so sweet and a tremendous help with anything, from vocab to presentations to class logistics. Ben, LaTasha, Jennifer, and Mariam are an incredible team and so understanding and compassionate towards their students.
Overall this was a super easy and super inspiring class, and I would highly highly recommend taking it with Ben!

Overall, a nice professor and nice TA classes are engaging. Take major heed to the fact that this is intensive... If you are not familiar with ASL you will be thrown into the deep end. Lecture videos are short but there is no written aid to promote association, you have to decipher everything by yourself. Do not rely on the score averages of the class on BruinWalk. You will be tested regularly from the onset. Assignments are often. Course is strictly visual, you will have to study a lot in order to remember the signs and communicate effectively. Again, videoed study material has absolutely no written aid... you have to interpret everything in order to learn. I was tricked by the score on Bruin walk. I am livid.

Professor Lewis is a really good teacher! My TA was Kailyn and she was awesome too. All the instructors were always very clear on instruction/ information given out. They create a great atmosphere to learn ASL without judgement or fear of failing. They are very strict on late work or anything related to that, I turned in a journal late due to being in the ER and it was a zero. Definitely tanked my grade lol! Just make sure to get everything turned in on time and try not to miss any lecture or test.

Ben is one of the best professors I've had at UCLA! Although the days seemed long at first for ASL 8, it gradually felt like an educational summer camp because of the activities and games that went on throughout the day. Ben's lectures are engaging and interactive, which makes learning ASL more immersive and makes for a more effective learning experience.