Priscila Martins-Read

Reading, Listening and Speaking English Levels 1 and 2 Fall 2009

ENL 061, 062

	Instructor: Priscila Martins-Read
	Office: AA5 205
	Phone: 992-2389
	E-mail: pmartins-read@clark.edu
	Office Hours: MTWTH: 12 -12:30 (in BHL 101) By appointment at other times.
	Materials: ELLIS Pronunciation – available at the Language Center and an English-English dictionary (Approximately $8.00) and a Thumb drive (Approximately $15.00)
	Textbook to buy: American Ways, by Kearney, Crandall, and Datesman, (required, $36.30 ); Well Said, Pronunciation for Clear Communication, (Optional) and other reading materials will be provided occasionally.

Course Description and Learning Outcomes

This is an English as a Non-Native Language combined course designed for students who are beginning to learn to communicate in English. It incorporates pronunciation practice, listening comprehension, and reading and oral discussion of fairly simple material in English. Students who finish this course will be able to engage in simple conversations in English, to read simple material and will develop ability to understand and to be understood in English.

	Increase active vocabulary
	Ask and answer comprehension questions about reading passages.
	Engage in conversations in English
	Improve pronunciation
	Become familiar with cultural expectations in an American educational setting.
	Recognize and practice strategies for college success in and out of the classroom.
	Learn a study method and apply it to reading assignments.
	Become familiar with college services and activities.
	Improve your comprehension when listening in English.

College-wide Abilities

To ensure that all students are well prepared, Clark College focuses on many abilities. This course will focus mainly on these:

	Oral Communication - you will improve your pronunciation, your ability to communicate orally.
	Critical Thinking skills – you will be encouraged to observe, to think about, and to make thoughtful decisions about materials we read and discuss in class.
	Information Technology skills – you will practice basic computer skills such as word processing, using e-mail, using other materials at the Language Center.
	Global/Multicultural Perspectives – you will learn about American Culture and will share yours with others.

Attendance and Homework

Attendance. Come to class, be on time, and turn in homework on time. You can't progress as fast if you miss classes

If you are absent -- Call a classmate, check the website to find out what work you have missed. Even if you are absent, you will be responsible for completing homework and assignments.

Homework: You may expect to have approximately 1-2 hours of homework per class hour. You are expected to learn many new English skills in only 10 weeks. Because of this, it is important that you spend as much time as possible studying and practicing the skills you have learned in class. This quarter you will need to:

attend 7 (seven) lectures from different courses on campus, and submit a lecture report for each one.

Listen to an audio book to participate in class discussions each week.

Get ready to make 3 (three) oral presentations in class.

Complete reading assignments before coming to class, so you can participate in class discussions of the material.

Check this class schedule before coming to class everyday: Quarter at a Glance

Grading

	You will be graded on the point system for:
	Homework
	Class assignments, projects, tests
	You must receive a grade of “C” (72%) or better in order to move to the next level.
	If you are worried about your grades, please talk to me as soon as possible. I will likely send you a letter if I see that you need a little extra help.

Language Center

The Language Center/ Computer Lab in Bauer Hall 101 is a great place to go for extra help in any of your classes, to meet with study groups, or to use the computers. Many teachers have office hours in the lab. Check the lab schedule and feel free to visit any of the teachers when they are in the lab for help with any of your classes. You may also use the computers during any Open Lab time. Lab monitors are able to assist you with basic computer and Internet questions. Also, the ENL department has a web page that has information about each class. In addition, you will find links to other fun and interesting web sites where you can practice any of your English skills.

Class Web Page

Our Reading, Listening and Speaking class has a web page where you can find class announcements, copies of assignments, extra practice activities, links to other useful websites, and other information relevant to the class. We will discuss using this website in class. The address of the website is: http://web.clark.edu/martpe

Study Groups

Studying with your classmates is a very good way to practice your English and to improve your learning. You are highly encouraged to form small study groups (4-6 people is best) and meet regularly to review or do homework together. There is only 1 rule for study groups – everyone must participate! No copying! I will give extra credit for any people who wish to participate in a regular study group. See me for details.

!!! In Emergencies, Students Should Do the Following:

Inclement weather or emergency information: Go to www.clark.edu or call 360-992-2000 as your first means of getting information. The College does send notices to radio and television stations, but the College’s web site and switchboard are the official platforms for the most accurate information.

Immediate emergency communication alert: To receive immediate notice on emergencies, you can register your cell phone number to receive text pages and your email address to receive email messages. To do this, go to www.flashalert.net . Select “Subscribe” on the left, and follow the instructions. Mass communication will also be sent to all college employee phones and computers.

Fire Alarm: Evacuate the building through closest exit; evacuation maps are located in the hallways. Take personal belongings only if it is safe to do so. Remain at least 50 feet from the building. Notify others of evacuation. Do not re-enter building until instructed to do so.

Parking Lot Identifiers: New parking lot identifiers using colors and numbers have been assigned to all Clark parking lots. To help emergency or security personnel locate you, please refer to these identifying features.

Security Escort: Security Officers are available for escorts please call 360-992-2133.

Staying Healthy

Your grades will be much higher if you are taking good care of yourself. Plan on spending time studying but also leave some time for fun and exercise. Click this link to check the Fitness Center schedule. It is open to all Clark students.

* General Schedule See the Quarter at a glance for specific schedule. We will study about 1 chapter per week in addition to projects and other readings as assigned. There will be specific assignments for the lab portion of this course.

* Important: If you have difficulty hearing, seeing, or any other problem, please let me know! I will do what I can to help.

Clark College - campus in springtime