Course Description
PCC/ESOL Fall 2012
CRN 42457, ESOL 267
Instructor: Janet Leamy
Pronunciation Level 8
2 Credits
T &Thr, 11:00-12:00 *
Final Exam and last day of class:
11:00 to1:00, Tuesday, December 11
PCC Sylvania, P.O. Box 19000,
Portland, OR 97280
Classroom: CT 108
Telephone: 971-722-3155
Office: Bldg. CT 219, Desk 15
Office Hours: 10:00 to 11:00 on Tuesday and
Thursday
http://spot.pcc.edu/~jleamy/
E-mail: jleamy@pcc.edu
Write, “Level 8 Pronunciation” in title
*Note that the college is sometimes closed or has a late opening because of bad weather.
Call the college (971--722-6111), check the PCC website, or listen carefully for
announcements about closures on radio or television.
REQUIRED TEXTS: Well Said, 3rd edition, 2010, (with CD) by Linda Grant.
REQUIRED MATERIALS: English/English dictionary and 8-1/2 X 11” white lined paper.
COURSE PREREQUISITES: Placement in Level 7 Academic Reading and Writing or higher,
and completion of Level 7 Academic Communication with a grade of C or above or placement
in Level 8 Academic Communication and Level 8 Pronunciation.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The course outcome guidelines for ESOL Communication 8 can be viewed at the following
link: http://www.pcc.edu/ccog/default.cfm?fa=ccog&subject=ESOL&course=267
1.
Class and small group oral and aural pronunciation practice
2.
Producing pronunciation voice mail
3.
Written quizzes and tests
4.
Listening to CDs for listening practice and pronunciation examples
5.
Tutoring Center assignments
The OBJECTIVES of the course are to help you to1. Be able to use the phonetic alphabet
2. Be able, in impromptu situation, to produce 85% of English phonemes with reasonable
accuracy
3. Be able to hear omissions, substitutions, and additions of sounds in others’ speech
4. Be able to demonstrate the basic rhythm and intonation of English
5. Be able to self-correct your own pronunciation mistakes
OTHER RESOURCES
NOTE THAT TUTORS IN THE ESOL TUTORING CENTER (CT 208) MAY HELP
STUDENTS WITH ASSIGNMENTS FOR THIS COURSE. TUTORS CAN PROVIDE GOOD
MODELS OF PRONUNCIATION.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Class attendance and participation* are necessary. Learning a language is a slow process
that requires constant practice. Classroom activities and lectures will provide you with
important information to help you learn faster. More than 2 absences will result in one total
grade reduction at the end of the class. More than 4 absences will result in another
grade reduction, etc. There are no “excused” absences. For every 3 tardies of more
than 5 minutes, I will count one absence.
*Participation means actively listening to others who are speaking, being a part of the
discussions, answering and asking questions, willingly working with other students,
being prepared, and using class time for its assigned purpose.
Behavior: No student should intentionally insult another student or the teacher in any way,
and no student should make other students uncomfortable or prevent other students from
participating. Please act appropriately for a college classroom. Inappropriate behavior can
lead to suspension or expulsion.
Cheating: Cheating is not allowed! Cheating is basically not doing an assignment yourself or
using unauthorized help. If you are caught cheating, you will receive a 0 (F) grade for the
assignment, test, or essay that you cheated on. You will not be allowed to do the assignment
again. If you are caught cheating twice, you will be asked to have a hearing (meeting) with
the division dean, and you may receive an F for the course. Cheating may also result in
suspension or expulsion from PCC. The following are examples of cheating:


Having someone else do an assignment for you
Plagiarizing- using ideas/words that are not your own without saying whose
ideas/words they are (pretending they are yours)

Having someone else correct an assignment for you without instructor permission

Copying another student’s assignment (in or out of class)

Using a dictionary during a test or quiz without permission

Using a textbook, other book, or notes during a test without permission

Lying
All missed work is the responsibility of the student. If you know you will be absent ahead
of time, please let the teacher know as soon as possible so that she can tell you the
assignment in advance. If you must be absent unexpectedly, telephone or e-mail the
instructor. The teacher will call you back if you leave a message telling her how and when she
can call you back. The instructor will e-mail your assignment at your request.
You are responsible for assignments and preparation of homework even if you have been
absent. Assignments are to be turned in on time. Late assignments will be due at the
beginning of class on the day you return from an absence. If an assignment is late, I will
deduct 10% from the grade. I will NOT accept assignments that are turned more than one
week late. Such late assignments will earn a “0” grade.
GRADING
Grades will be based on participation in class, voice mail assignments, test grades, Tutoring
Center work and attendance (if you are absent more than 2 times). All tests and most
quizzes will be announced in advance, and you will be given an explanation of what the exam
will cover. Students who do not complete assignments, take examinations, or participate in
classroom activities will not pass this course.
I will figure up your final grade in the following way:
2 Tutoring Center Handouts (WS Appendix)
Tutoring Center Work (PD drills)
20%
5%
Pronunciation Voice Mails/Conferences (3)
45%
Written Midterm and Final Exams (15% each)
30%
100%
Note: A = 90 - 100%, B = 80 -89%, C = 70 -79%, D = 60 - 69%, F = 0 -59%. With a D or an
F grade, you must repeat the class.
SEE the PCC Fall SCHEDULE or PCC website FOR DROP AND WITHDRAWAL
INFORMATION. The most important thing to remember is, studying English takes time, hard
work, and patience. I am here to help you reach your goal. Please tell me when you have a
question or difficulty understanding. I would also be happy to hear suggestions about how I
could improve the class. Please see me outside of class if you would like to make
suggestions.
PCC is committed to supporting all students. If you plan to use academic
accommodations for this course, please contact your instructor
as soon as possible to discuss your needs. Accommodations are not retroactive;
they begin when the instructor receives the 'Approved Academic
Accommodations' letter from you (submitted in person for courses on campus;
via email for Distance Learning courses). To request academic accommodations
for a disability, please contact a disability services counselor on any PCC campus.
Office locations, phone numbers, and additional information may be located at
http://www.pcc.edu/resources