Chabot College
Fall 2002
Course Outline for ESL 108
BASIC SPELLING FOR ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Catalog Description:
108 - Basic Spelling for English as a Second Language
1 unit
Basic sound/spelling patterns of English. Develops an understanding of the sounds and symbols of
English, including open/closed syllables, short and long vowel sounds, consonant and consonant
cluster sounds, spelling of homophones and other problem words in everyday English. Includes basic
dictionary use. 1 hour.
[Typical contact hours: 17.5]
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
1. demonstrate understanding of the basic sound/symbol correspondence of written English;
2. accurately produce in writing commonly used words in standard English, including words which
follow the conventional spelling patterns as well as non-conventional spellings;
3. demonstrate improvement in own spelling of English words.
Course Content:
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Oral and written diagnostic tests to assess areas of difficulty
Group instruction on basic spelling patterns, homophones, and dictionary use
Individual work on specific areas as needed
Dictionary use
Method of Presentation:
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Lecture-Discussion
Small group and individual work
Dictation
Free writing
Proof-reading of a variety of texts
Typical Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Typical Assignments
a. Listing words with the target sound/spelling
b. Text exercises, including crosswords and word games to reinforce target spelling
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Homework
b. Tests
c. Final exam
Textbooks(s) (Typical):
Basic Everyday Spelling Workbook, Kirn, National Textbook Co., 1993
Practical Everyday Spelling Workbook, Kirn, National Textbook Co., 1993
Special Student Materials:
None
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