Level Three Block A Learning Community Spring 2009

ESL 122 1-2:20 M-Th C151 ESL 132 2:20- 3:55 M + W C151 ESL 176 2:20 3:55 T + Th C151

Instructor: Shelagh Rose Mailbox in C247 Office: C156B Telephone: (626) 585-7263 E-mail: serose@pasadena.edu Office Hours: MW 9:30-10:30 W 5:15-6:15 MTWTh 4-4:30 F 12:05-12:35 Required Texts: ESL 122 Understanding and Using English Grammar Vol. A by Azar Longman Dictionary of American English Island of the Blue Dolphins by ODell ESL 122 Reading Guide to be purchased at Printing and Digital Copy ReadSmart 1 by Pavlik ESL 132 Reading Record Sheets at the PCC Bookstore Talk It Up by Kozyrev 81/2 by 11 in. paper, a stapler, blue or black ink pen, white-out, highlighter, a three-ring binder, and a large blue book (in bookstore)

ESL 132 ESL 176 Materials

Block Description: In the ESL Level 3 Block students will practice writing, grammar, vocabulary, reading skills, reading comprehension, listening and speaking. We will practice all of these skills together so that you will learn English faster and will have an opportunity to develop all of these skills equally. You will be tested on all of these skills and will receive three separate grades at the end of the semester. Some students might do well in one portion of the block such as reading and do poorly on another like writing. My goal is to help you be successful in all of the classes. ESL 122 Course Description: This class provides practice in paragraphs and essays to prepare students for college-level work. Students will write compositions with an introduction, body and conclusion and will practice reading and understanding nonfiction and fiction and acquire vocabulary that is appropriate for writing. Students will also improve how they use English grammar, especially parts of speech, compound and complex sentence structure, verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, modals, and passive voice. ESL 132 Course Description: This class focuses on expanding vocabulary by developing word attack strategies, developing dictionary and basic study skills, and developing reading comprehension through the use of reading techniques. ESL 176 Course Description: This class helps students improve conversation skills in various social situations and use a broader range of vocabulary related to these skills. Students increase understanding of natural speech through listening practice and practice correct rhythm, stress and intonation for the speaking skills of the course.

Student Learning Outcomes: ESL 122 1. Students will be able to identify the main and supporting ideas of a level-appropriate text. 2. Using process techniques, students will be able to write a compostion developing a single idea with good organization and appropriate support. 3. Students will be able to locate appropriate reference sources using the library and internet. 4. Students will use correct grammar, appropriate vocabulary, and a variety of sentence structures to communicate ideas effectively. 5. Students will demonstrate awareness of themselves as responsible, self-directed language learners through class participation and self-assessment. ESL 132 1. Define unfamiliar level-appropriate vocabulary using word forms, context clues, and an English/English dictionary. 2. Predict the topic of a reading passge and find specific information using pre-reading skills such as previewing, skimmming, and scanning. 3. Identify main ideas, stated or implied, and supporting details in a level-appropriate reading passage. 4. Show understanding of the literal and interpretive content of a level-appropriate reading passage. 5. Recognize common patterns of organization of written material, including the use of thesis statements, topic sentences, and transition signals. 6. Produce a summary and a personal response to a reading passage. ESL 176 1. Perform intermediate speech acts for everyday communication such as apologizing, complimenting, complaining, expressing agreement and disagreement, giving and asking for advice, and expressing sympathy. 2. Use conversation management skills such as sustaining conversations, interrupting politely, asking for and providing clarification, changing the subject of the conversation, and returning to the original subject.

3. Use comprehensible pronunciation including proper intonation, contractions and common

reductions. 4. Demonstrate understanding of spoken English by identifying main ideas, details, implied meanings, setting, purpose and speakers attitudes in intermediate level conversations and narratives dealing with everyday situations.

5. Consistently use a monolingual dictionary of English to find meanings of new words and idiomatic expressions.
6. Use appropriate levels of spoken register and cultural conventions depending on the requirements

of specific speech situations. Course Requirements: 1. Regular and punctual attendance is necessary. Anyone absent more than 2 weeks of class time will be dropped. Three tardies equals one absence. Tell me if you will be absent in the first week, or you will be dropped. Try not to make medical or counseling appointments during class time. 2. If you miss a test or other graded assignment, notify me immediately and make up the missed assignment the next day. Missing assignments will be given a zero.
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The PCC portal will have our syllabus and any handouts. Print them out when asked and bring them to the next class. Students must keep a notebook containing all class materials and bring it to class daily. The textbooks must also be brought to class each day.

4. Students are expected to participate in all class discussions and take notes in class.
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Written assignments, exercises, and all readings are to be completed before the class meeting for which they were assigned. Late homework is not accepted unless you have made special arrangements with the instructor before the assignment is due. Students who do not have the homework completed may be marked absent and asked to leave.

6. Students are responsible for contacting another student to find out work missed due to absence. Name Phone # Email

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All students must spend at least one hour per week, sixteen hours in total, in the Learning Assistance Center (LAC) in D300 working on materials from an approved list. You must write down what you do in the lab each time and turn that record sheet in at midterm and final time. (Required for ESL 122) All students must also spend at least 1 hour 15 minutes per week, 16 hours total, in the Reading Center (D302). You must complete 30 RFU and 20 Power Builders. All work must be completed by Friday, Dec 4th. You will record your work on the Reading Record Sheets and turn in half at midterm and all at the final. (Required for ESL 132)

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9. This course will have several 1-day, required, local field trips to enhance our understanding of the material we are learning.
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Anyone caught cheating or allowing copying on a test, paragraph, homework, or Reading Center work will immediately be given an F on that assignment. Anyone caught cheating twice can be dropped from the class.

11. For a grade of C or better in ESL 122, students must read and write well enough to be prepared for ESL 33A. Students must have a C average for both the writing and grammar parts of their grade. 12. Students must be respectful of the instructor and classmates, or they will be asked to leave and marked absent. This includes use of cell phones and electronic dictionaries, failure to use English, loud or rude behavior, sleeping in class or not participating. If your cell phone rings or you speak your native language in class, you can choose to write a 200 word paragraph or bring snacks for the whole class! Grading: ESL 122 70% - Writing Assignments and Journal 20% - Grammar Quizzes and Tests 10% - Homework, Participation and LAC 50% - Reading Tests 20% - Reading Center 20% - Book Reports (2) 10% - Homework, Pop Quizzes, and Participation 50% Listening and Speaking Tests 30% Oral Reports and Projects 20% Homework and Participation

ESL 132

ESL 176

Holidays and Important Dates Monday, Sept. 7th Saturday, Sept. 12th Tuesday, Sept. 29th Wednesday, Nov. 11th Friday, Nov. 13th Thurs., Nov. 26th Sat. Nov. 28th Monday, Dec. 14th 1-3 p.m.

Labor Day No Classes Last Day to drop without a W Employee Flex Day No Classes Veterans Day No Classes Last Day to drop with a W Thanksgiving No Classes Final Examination period