Chabot College
Fall 2004
Removed Fall 2010
Course Outline for ESL 113
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ASSISTED LANGUAGE LEARNING
Catalog Description:
113 – Introduction to Computer Assisted Language Learning
1 unit
Basic computer vocabulary and operating skills to enhance acquisition of English vocabulary,
reading and writing. 3 hours lab.
[Typical contact hours: 52.5]
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course students should be able to:
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recognize and use vocabulary associated with word processing, electronic mail, and the internet;
use a keyboarding tutorial program to facilitate typing skills;
use word processing, e-mail, and internet for reading, writing, and research;
use websites for independent language learning;
evaluate the quality and usefulness of websites for language learning.
Course Content:
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Basic vocabulary for computers and computer applications
Basic keyboarding
Composing and revising short documents, such as email messages and summaries
Reading, writing and sending electronic mail
Research on the web
Access and use of ESL learner-centered websites
Methods of Presentation:
1. Discussion and demonstration
2. Group and paired activities
3. Individual problem-solving assignments and activities
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Typical Assignments:
a. prepare to discuss research findings from various websites
b. find on-line grammar, writing, reading, and vocabulary exercises available on various ESL websites
c. edit written assignment using word-processing functions
d. retrieve, edit, and send electronic messages
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
a. completion of course exercises
b. tests and final exam on basic computer terminology and operating skills
Chabot College
Course Outline for ESL 113, Page 2
Fall 2004
Textbook(s) (Typical):
Internet Activity Book by Dave Sperling, Pearson Pub., 1999.
Special Student Materials:
1. DS HD Floppy Diskette
dk 9/30/03
D:\ESL\CURRICULUM\FALL03\ESL113_REV.DOC