Language Institute, Thammasat University
EL 395 Academic English 2
Course Outline Semester 1/2015
Pre-requisite: EL 295 Academic English 1
Course Description
This is a learner-centered course designed to enhance academic skills for students specializing in
mathematics, statistics and computer science. Students are encouraged to practice all four
language skills, namely: reading, writing, listening and speaking. The course mainly focuses on
reading, writing, vocabulary development, and study skills. In addition, students are required to
use academic skills in their projects and class assignments.
Course Objectives (Behavioral Objectives)
After completing this course, students are expected to improve their English proficiency and be
able to ….
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…read faster and more effectively
…read and take note with a chart
…use symbols and abbreviation correctly in writing
…organize ideas from texts using Venn diagram
…examine statistics
…think critically about topics
…ask for clarification
…conduct a survey
…make outlines from texts and for a writing or an oral presentation
…apply ideas and knowledge from reading texts
…use dictionary effectively
…conduct an experiment
…write academic paragraphs on selected topics
Materials
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Wharton, J. (2013). Academic Encounters: the Natural World 1: reading, writing Second
Edition. New York: Cambridge University Press.
Units 3-4 (Chapters 5-8)
Supplementary materials taken from authentic sources: scientific magazines, newspapers,
reviews and the internet will be provided in class.
Evaluation and Assessment
Class Attendance and Participation
Assignments
Project
Quizzes
Midterm Exam
Final Exam
TOTAL
10
15
15
20
60
80
200
points
points
points
points
points
points
points
Attendance Policy (10 points)
Students are required to participate at least 80% of all class time and be punctual. One mark will
be deducted for each late coming and 2 marks for each absence.
Class Assignments (15 points - 5 points each)
To achieve academic skills, students are required to complete the following assignments at an
acceptable quality. Substandard assignments will be rejected for revision and improvement. This
will guarantee to pass the minimum requirement. It is also a part of preparation for the completion
of the project.
1. A paraphrase about the climate in a place
2. A paragraph explaining human body
3. Precise descriptions of graphics (graphs, charts and tables)
Note: Some of the topics may be changed or there can be additional topics.
Project (15 points)
A major project is required during the course. Details of the project are described below:
Project Members: Groups of 3-4
Project Description:
The project is report of a survey on a selected topic which has a significant impact in the students’ field
of the study. The content must be based on the original source in the students’ own words.
Discussion and correct reference must be included. Oral presentation is also required.
Quizzes (20 points) – 10 points each
There will be two tests, one before the midterm exam and the other prior the final exam. They have
fix plans as shown in tentative schedule.
Lecturers
Sec/Gr
Day
Time
Room
Lecturer
070001
W,F
09.30 – 11.00
SC 4024
Asst. Prof. Suchat Wongsuwanich
070002
W,F
09.30 – 11.00
SC 4025
Asst. Prof. Dr. Kittitouch Soontornwipast
Schedule
Add/Drop period
Drop “W” period
August 26 – 31, 2015
October 19 – 26, 2015
Tentative Schedule
EL 395: Academic English 2
Semester 1/2015
Week
Date
1
17 – 21 August 2015
Chapter 5: pages 104 - 110
2
24 – 28 August 2015
Chapter 5: pages 111 – 116
3
31 August, 1 - 4
September 2015
Chapter 5: pages 117 - 126
4
7 -11 September 2015
Chapter 6: pages 127 - 133
5
14 – 18 September 2015
Chapter 6: pages 134 -140
6
21 – 25 September 2015
Chapter 6: pages141 -150
7
8
9
28-30 September, 1- 2
October 2015
Thursday
8 October 2015
12 – 16 October 2015
13 October - No class
due to Midterm Period
Content
Review chapter 5 -6 / quiz 1
Midterm Examination (12.00 – 14.00)
Chapter 7: pages 104 - 110
10
19 – 22 October 2015
Chapter 7: pages 111 – 116
11
26 – 30 October 2015
Chapter 7: pages 117 - 126
12
2 – 6 November 2015
Chapter 8: pages 127 - 133
13
9 – 13 November 2015
Chapter 8: pages 134 -140
14
16 – 20 November 2015
Project consultation
15
23 – 27 November 2015
Chapter 8: pages141 -150
16
30 November, 1 - 4
December 2015
Monday
21 December 2015
Review chapters 7 - 8 / quiz 2 & Project presentation
Final Examination (09.00 – 12.00)
Holidays:
23 October 2015 King RAMA V Memorial Day
For instructors* In case of sickness or absence, please call K. Rattanaporn (Nut) at 02-696-6028 to
inform students or manage a substitute instructor.