CLARK COLLEGE ENL DEPARTMENT

SYLLABUS FOR READING AND ORAL  SKILLS 063, and READING, ORAL AND RESEARCH SKILLS 064 

COURSE INFORMATION:    SPRING '05 – M/W 8-10:50AM in AA5 222. Pre-requisite: consent of division for this 6-credit class.

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:   Professor Priscila Martins-Read: Office in HHL Room 114. Phone: 992-2389, Campus Extension 2389.   Fax: 992-2881.    Office Hours: MW 1:30-2:30 at my office, and TTH 12:00-1:00 in BHL 101.                              E-mail address: pmartins-read@clark.edu  website: http://web.clark.edu/martpe

TEXT and SUPPLIES:

  1.  Datesman, Kearney.  American Ways, from Prentice Hall

  2. Joseph Bruchac, Trails of Tears Paths of Beauty  - see me to check one out

  3.  National Geographic Historical Atlas of the United States – see me to check one out

  4. English-English dictionary such as the American Heritage Dictionary.

  5. A thesaurus you can use easily. (both available at the Clark College bookstore)

  6. A formatted 1.44 MB diskette or other electronic storage device.

  7. Salzman, Iron and Silk, Vintage Books 1987 – available at the bookstore if you want to read it for extra credit.

RESOURCES and SUPPORT SERVICES AVAILABLE:

  1. Internet sources for exercises and reading materials available in the Reading 3/4 class web page.
  2. Tutoring/Writing Center  and Disability services at http://www.clark.edu
  3. The Language Center has materials for you to use to practice listening and reading skills. See the lab assistant for help accessing the Internet and other sources of exercises. Click here to go to the Language Center
  4. I am available to answer your questions during my office hours, by appointment, or immediately after class.

READING COURSE DESCRIPTION:

 This course is designed to prepare students for participation in academic reading and speaking activities that are generally required of college students. We will practice both intensive and extensive reading.

 UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, THE STUDENTS WILL: 

bullet Demonstrate ability to identify characters, topics, and time frames in readings
bullet Identify main and supporting ideas and important details in college readings
bullet Paraphrase, summarize, explain and respond to questions about readings, orally and in writing
bullet Identify author’s point of view
bullet Answer comprehension questions about reading passages
bullet Use information from reading to answer test questions, write essays, or do other assigned projects.
bullet Demonstrate use of new vocabulary

 LEARNING ACTIVITIES: 

Two major projects: For each topic.

Complete study guides, take weekly quizzes, do assignments, and take a final exam

Weekly quizzes: Will cover in-class activities

Homework: Activities related to projects, weekly assigned practice

Late projects or homework receive half credit.

 READING GRADING AND EVALUATION:

Two final exams:     22 points each = 44

Eight quizzes:           4 points each =  32

Eight study guides:    3 points each = 24 

Total --------------------------------    100

You must receive a grade of “C” (75%) or better to pass this class

Note:  For students originally signed up for Reading and Oral Research Skills 063, extra credit is available, and quiz and exam grading are scaled to RD 063. 

ORAL COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

Course is designed to prepare students for participation in academic and daily oral activities generally required of college students. We will practice grammatically fluent language as well as common idioms and expressions. 

COURSE OBJECTIVES: 

 UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, THE STUDENTS WILL:

bullet Demonstrate ability to conduct an interview with a native speaker
bullet Orally present researched information in a clear, concise  manner
bullet Demonstrate use of new vocabulary in class discussions
bullet Demonstrate understanding of various persons’ roles in society
bullet Use oral language specific to certain situations in daily and college life
bullet Demonstrate an understanding of idioms studied in this class
bullet Produce high-frequency idioms in dialogues and group discussions

LEARNING ACTIVITIES: 

Three major projects: Research speech,   teaching presentation (group project), and persuasive research speech

Activities: role-play, visuals, group work, individual work,

Homework: Activities related to projects, weekly assigned practice

Late projects or homework receive half credit.

 ATTENDANCE POLICY:

ABSENCES: NO MORE THAN 4.  If you have more than 4 absences (3 tardies count as one absence) your grade may be lowered by a full letter. If you miss a class, get the assignment from a classmate before the next class or contact the instructor. If you miss a quiz, you must take it on the day you return to class or by arrangement with the instructor. 

ORAL EVALUATION

Projects 90%, Attendance and Homework: 10%

You must receive a grade of “C” (72%) or better to pass this class. Use this grid to keep track of your grades throughout the quarter:

sum opinion topic outline bill of rights sentence outline who votes NRA survey results ask Am. 165 Ask Am. 189 Home school Leisure activities Movie report total H/2
5 5 10 10 10 5 5 5 5 5 10 10 5 45
                           
                           
quiz ch 1/2 quiz ch 3/4 Quiz ch 5/6 Quiz ch 7/8 Cpss test 2min oral pres 5min oral pres 8min oral pres total H/2+ tests % grade      
25 25 25 25 25 10 15 25 220 100% A      
                           

 SCHEDULED OFF-DAYS: May 30th, Memorial Day

LAST DAY OF CLASSES: June 3rd.      

THE ENL DEPARTMENT CONTINUES TO STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE AND ALWAYS WELCOMES COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS.