ESL 10 W: Multiple Skills Preparation
Reading and Writing (6 units)
Section 2240
Fall 2015
Instructor: Marilyn Lee
Email: lee_marilyn@smc.edu
Office hours: M/W 11:15-12:15 Office: Faculty Village 115
Homepage/Lab Website: marilynlsmc10w.weebly.com
MyELT Course Code: E-Y2C2AF3JWPTA9
Class Times & Locations: Mondays 7:45A-10:50A LA 243 / Wednesdays 7:45A-9:20A BUS 203 /
Wednesdays 9:45A-10:50A LA 243
Final Exam Date: Wednesday, December 16th, 8:00A-11:00A
Catalogue Description: ESL 10 W
ESL10W is a low-intermediate multi-skills course designed to improve the English language skills of non-native
speakers. This course concentrates on reading, writing, and computer assisted language learning (CALL). It is
recommended that students take this course concurrently with ESL10G. *Course credit may not be applied
toward satisfaction of Associate in Arts Degree requirements.
Required Texts:
Pathways: Reading, Writing, and Critical Thinking - Mari Vargo and Laurie Blass, ISBN 978-1-133-317111 With Online Workbook
Recommended Texts:
A good portable English-English dictionary such as the Cambridge Dictionary of American English or The
Newbury House Dictionary of American English. (Electronic translators may not be used in class; only EnglishEnglish dictionaries may be used.)
Required Materials:
● Access to a computer with Internet and a printer.
● Three ring notebook and folders for class assignments.
● 8½” x 11” College lined loose leaf paper
● #2 pencils with eraser
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course students will be able to do the following:
1. Distinguish and use correct word order in various sentence types (SV, SVO, SVIOO, SVLVN, SVLV adj)
2. Construct simple, compound (with and, but, or so), and complex sentences (with time clauses, because and
if)
3. Demonstrate reading comprehension by answering comprehension questions and paraphrasing
4. Paraphrase reading passages to demonstrate understanding and avoid plagiarism
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5. Identify main ideas, supporting details, facts, opinions and inferences in reading passages
6. Identify contextual clues e.g. transition words, pronoun reference, and word forms in reading passages and
use them to determine meaning
7. Use an Eng-Eng dictionary effectively
8. Compose, revise, and edit for: statement and question formation; count/noncount nouns; pronouns;
singulars and plurals; subject-verb agreement (including there is/are); prepositional phrases of location,
direction, and time; simple modals; present, past, and future time
9. Identify sentence parts and parts of speech
10. Produce, in 30 minutes, a minimum of 10 thematically-related sentences based on a reading or personal
experience
11. Format writing assignments
12. Access, read, and discriminate among web pages (focusing on the SMC website)
13. Demonstrate basic information competency (including use of email, eCompanion, and Word docs)
Student Learning Outcomes for ESL 10W
1. Students are able to construct 10 thematically related sentences in 30 minutes. The sentences have correct word
order and display understanding of basic English grammar: S-V agreement, generally correct usage (word forms and
collocations), correct pronoun use and prepositional phrases. The writing is assessed with a rubric.
2. Students demonstrate academic behavior by regularly and punctually attending classes, following instructions,
completing assignments, and adhering to academic integrity policies.
Methods of Presentation:
Lecture (30%) Small group and pair activities (40%) Audio-visual/guest speakers (10%)
CALL (Computer-Assisted Language Learning) (20%)
Methods of Evaluation:
Assignment
Weight
8 writing assignments
20%
7 Chapter Tests
35%
Homework, Lab Assignments, Vocabulary Charts and Journals 20 %
Final Exam
25%
Homework Homework is assigned for every class. (Check syllabus, e-Companion, and chalk board in
classroom.) Not every assignment will be collected or graded, but students MUST complete all homework to
succeed in class.
Tests:
There will be tests at the end of every unit on grammar, vocabulary, and reading. We may review quizzes and
tests during class, but to ensure test security, students will not be allowed to keep quizzes or tests. Unless there
is an extreme emergency, there will be no make-up tests. If you miss a test, you will get a 0. If you have a
documented emergency, you may make up ONE test per semester. Please note: if you have to make up a test,
it will be a different test from what your classmates have taken.
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Please Note: This syllabus is only a guide and may be changed at any time during the semester at the discretion
of the instructor.
Journals:
In order to develop the habit of writing and thinking in English, students are required to write in a journal outside
of class. Journal entries will be numbered and completed in on loose leaf 8 ½” x 11” lined paper and kept in a
journal folder. Each journal entry should be at least 10 sentences. Please write the journal question and number
at the top of the page Check eCompanion and the chalkboard for weekly journal topics.
Final Exam: A final essay exam worth 25% of your course grade will be given during finals week. NO EARLY
final exams will be given. You must take the final exam in order to pass the class.
Class Participation & Group Work:
Participation is essential to success in this class and in college. You are expected to fully participate in every
class session. It is important for students to be present in class with all cell phones and electronics turned off
and put on the table in front of the room.
Course Grading
Your grades for exams, homework, writing assignments and final grade will be based on the following
percentages:
A – 90-100%. Excellent. The quality of work goes well above and beyond
expectations. You do much more than is required of you.
B – 80-89%. Above average. The quality of work is above the level necessary to meet
course requirements.
C – 70-79.9%. Average. The quality of work meets the course requirements in every respect. You do
what is required.
D – 60-69.9%. Below average. The quality of work does not reflect attainment of the
required exit skills/learning objectives.
F – ≤ 59%.
Failing. Quality of work does not meet criteria to pass the course or
was not sufficiently completed
Final course grades of A, B, or C in BOTH 10G and 10W qualify students for ESL 11a
Note: ESL 10W may be taken for Pass/No Pass. This decision, however, must be made at an early point in the
semester. See your counselor for further credit/transfer guidance.
Important Dates:
LAST DAY TO…
Drop and receive tuition refund:
Drop without a “W”:
File Pass/No Pass Status:
Drop and Receive a Guaranteed W:
Sun. Sep. 13, 2015
Sun. Sep. 13, 2015
Fri. Oct. 2, 2015
Sun. Nov. 22, 2015
HOLIDAYS:
Labor Day (Campus Closed) Mon, Sept. 7, 2015
Veteran's Day (Campus Closed) Wed. Nov. 11, 2015
Thanksgiving (Campus Closed) Th. Nov. 26 and Fri. Nov. 27, 2015
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Please Note: This syllabus is only a guide and may be changed at any time during the semester at the discretion
of the instructor.
SMC Withdrawal Policy
Please be aware that a withdrawal from a course (“dropping”) is recorded as a W (“withdrawal”) on your academic
transcript. A withdrawal is also considered an attempt for a course. Students enrolled at SMC are allowed to attempt a
course twice. This means if a student fails or drops a course, they are allowed only one more opportunity to re-take the
same course to achieve a passing grade.
Dropping Classes
it is your responsibility to drop the class through Corsair Connect if you wish to be dropped. You may drop
yourself through 75% of the class (through the 12th week).
Students with Disabilities: SMC accommodates students with disabilities. If you qualify for any special
accommodations due to a disability, you need to officially process your request through the Disabled Students
Program and Services (DSPS) office as close to the beginning of the semester as possible. If you believe you
have a learning disability that has not yet been documented, please see me and make an appointment at the
DSPS office for assistance. The DSPS office is located in the Admissions/Student Services Complex room 101,
and the phone numbers are (310) 434-4265 and (310 434-4273 (TDD). Scheduling of accommodated exams
will be arranged on a case-by-case basis.
Medical Conditions: If you have a medical problem that might occur during the class, please notify your
professor(s) and campus Health Services (310) 434-4262 and provide the following information:
-your name, address and telephone number
-the nature of your health problem
-the action you want taken if needed
-the names and phone numbers of at least 3 people who can be called in case of an emergency
The Health Services office will give you a card to fill out. Provide a copy of “Notification to Professor of or
Health Problem card to your professor(s) each semester and turn in the original with your signature to the
Health Services Office. All information given to the Health Services office is kept confidential.
In the case of an emergency, Campus Police are contacted. If Campus Police need to call paramedics, you will
be held financially responsible. In case of an emergency in class, please call 911.
Emergency Preparedness
The safety of students at SMC is a priority. Please note that emergency
procedures are posted in this classroom and every classroom. Also, procedures
for various emergencies are delineated on the SMC website:
http://www.smc.edu/StudentServices/EmergencyPreparedness/Pages/Emergency-Preparedness.aspx
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Tutoring & Support Services
1. Free tutoring is available in the ESL Center; sign up by going to the SMC ESL
Department and click on the link to ESL Dept Tutoring, Workshops, and
Conversation Groups. http://www2.smc.edu/esl/tutoringcalendar/
2. Students may use computers in the Cayton Center, the library, the Science
Building, and Drescher Hall 203 & 204.
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Please Note: This syllabus is only a guide and may be changed at any time during the semester at the discretion
of the instructor.
3. Academic counselors can be reached in the ISC (310-434-4217) and in
Counseling (310-434-4210 or 434-4589).
4. Psychological counselors can be reached at 310-434-4262.
COURSE POLICIES AND EXPECTATIONS
1.
Santa Monica College Smoking Policy: Santa Monica College is a non-smoking campus. You may only
smoke in designated areas. The area around the ESL Department building is a non-smoking area.
2.
Come to class on time. Students should be seated and ready to begin class promptly at the assigned
start time. Students are expected to remain for the entire class.
Three tardies (being more than 1-19 minutes late for class or returning from break– or leaving class
early) is equal to one absence. Students who arrive more than 20 minutes late will be marked absent.
3.
Attend class regularly. Students who do not attend class or complete assignments tend to fail their
courses. After three absences, a student may be dropped from the course and/or the student’s grade
may be lowered. There are no excused absences or tardies.
Get at least two “study buddies.” To successfully complete this class it is necessary to have the
phone number and e-mail address of at least two classmates. You will be doing collaborative work, so
it is necessary to telephone and e-mail your classmates.
Classmates Contact (“Study Buddy”) Information:
Name: _____________________________
Phone: _______________________
Name: ____________________________
Phone: _______________________
4.
Missed Classes
If you miss a class, E-mail (or call) the instructor to let her know why you missed the class. A missed
class is no excuse for an uncompleted assignment. it is your responsibility to find out what you missed.
Homework assignments are posted on eCompanion. Check the website, or call your “study buddy” to
find out what you missed, and get a friend or relative to turn in your work if there is an assignment
due. Emailed assignments are not accepted.
5.
Complete and turn in all work when it is due. No late work is accepted. If you are absent or cannot
complete an assignment due to an extreme illness or an emergency, you must contact the instructor
as soon as possible.
6.
Please turn off and put away all cell phones and electronic devices when entering the classroom. All
pagers and cell phones must be on silent mode and stored on the teacher's desk during
class. Electronic dictionaries are generally NOT allowed in class.
7.
Use of electronic translators is not allowed. This includes use of translation programs for lab work,
homework, or journal writing.
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Please Note: This syllabus is only a guide and may be changed at any time during the semester at the discretion
of the instructor.
8.
Collaboration - Much of what you learn will be from working with classmates. You will be assigned to
work in groups and pairs in every class session. Cooperation and collaboration are expected. In the lab
you must sit next to someone who does not speak your first language.
9.
Eating and drinking are not allowed in SMC classrooms. Please do not bring open food or drinks into
the class or the lab.
10.
Academic dishonesty is not tolerated.
As your instructor, it is my responsibility to protect the hardworking, honest students. Therefore,
cheating on tests, quizzes, homework, and writing assignments is not acceptable. If you cheat or
plagiarize in any way on any assignment, you will fail the assignment (with a 0) and a report will be
filed with the Office of Student Judicial Affairs. There are no exceptions.
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d.
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f.
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h.
How to Avoid Academic Dishonesty
Do not copy ANYTHING (homework, writing, journals, exams) from anyone else.
Do not allow someone to copy ANYTHING from you (homework, writing, journals, exams)
Do not ask for or give someone else answers during a quiz or exam. If you talk or copy from someone,
you will receive a 0, and the person who allowed you to copy will receive a 0. If someone else talks to
you, ignore that person to prevent cheating and getting a 0 on the assignment
Do not cut, paste, or copy anything (not even one sentence or phrase) from the Internet or other source
and present the writing as your own.
Do not use a translator or a translation program to complete journal or writing assignments
Do not use or turn in someone else's work as your own
Do not use books, dictionaries, notes, electronic devices including cell phones during tests and quizzes.
Students must adhere to the SMC Honor Code. Please read the SMC Code of Academic Conduct to
understand what is expected of faculty and students.
11.
Communicate with the instructor
If you have any questions or concerns, communicate with the instructor during office hours or by SMC
email. Emails are answered within 24 hours during the school week. Please note that grades will not
be discussed by email. Any concern about your grade must be addressed in person.
12.
Demonstrate respect for your classmates and the instructor at all times. All students are expected to
follow the SMC Student Code of Conduct. Behavior that disrupts or interferes with the learning process
will be reported using the SMC Discipline Referral form.
13.
Log on regularly to eCompanion. Students should be familiar with and log on to eCompanion. Class
messages and homework assignments are posted there as well as announced in class. Students should
also monitor their grades through the eCompanion Gradebook. Contact the instructor (in person
only...not by email) with questions or concerns about your grade as soon as possible. All posted grades
are final.
14.
You may NOT record this class. That means no audio, video or still photography without the instructor's
permission.
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Please Note: This syllabus is only a guide and may be changed at any time during the semester at the discretion
of the instructor.
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Speak English during class!! Your success in college depends on your ability to share your thoughts and
ideas in English, so you will be expected to speak English in every class session.
Fall 2015 10W Course Calendar
Day/
Date
Topics Covered
Homework
(posted on the chalkboard and on
eCompanion)
M/
Aug.
31
Introductions
Syllabus
Diagnostic
Introduce Journal
Purchase books and other materials
Pathways P. 1-7
Journal 1
W/
Sept.
2
Unit 1: Life in a Day
COMPUTER LAB 1: Introduction to lab policies and
procedures; SMC homepage; ESL Dept homepage;
faculty homepages; eCompanion; MyELT, lab page
f15esl10w.weebly.com;
Do vocabulary chart for words Pathways
pages 4-6.
Pathways 10-11, 15-17.
Journal 2
Reading: Skimming, reading long numbers,
vocabulary
Intro: Vocabulary Chart
Unit 1: Life in a Day
Reading: Meaning from context. Reading for main
ideas and details.
Writing: Interview Activity/write sentences about
your partner
M/
Sept.
7
Labor Day: No Classes
W/
Sept.
9
COMPUTER LAB 2: -Unit 1: Life in a Day-Parts of
Speech. The Writing Process
Skimming for gist
The Writing Process
Test1- Unit 1/ Writing Assignment #1 in class
(compound sentences with "and" , "but")
Complete vocabulary chart for Unit 1 pages
4, 7, 9, 10,
Pathways 12-14
Journal 3
Pathways 21-27
MyELT Unit 1 R&W online activities due.
Vocabulary Chart 1 Due
Journal 4
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of the instructor.
M/
Sept.
14
Unit 2: Learning Experiences
Reading for main ideas and details, interpreting
information from maps, making inferences, scanning
W/
Sept.
16
Pathways 32-34
COMPUTER LAB 3- Reading for main ideas and
details, making inferences, scanning, parts of speech Journal 6
Unit 2: Learning Experiences
M/
Sept.
21
Unit 2: Learning Experiences Understanding topic
sentences, paraphrasing (main ideas), scanning,
making predictions
Pathways 35-39
Complete Unit 2 Vocabulary Chart and
Online Homework
Journal 7
W/
Sept.
23
COMPUTER LAB 4- capitalization rules, writing
about wants and needs,
Writing Assignment #2/
Test 2 (Unit 2)
MyELT Unit 2 R&W online activities due
Vocabulary Chart 2 Due
Pathways 41-47
Begin Online Homework and Vocabulary
Chart for Unit 3
Journal 8
M/
Sept.
28
Unit 3: Family Ties
Scanning, predicting, fact vs. speculation, dictionary
(finding the appropriate meaning),
Pathways 48-51
Journal 9
W/
Sept.
30
COMPUTER LAB 5- writing about the past
Unit 3: Family Ties
Pathways 52-54
Journal 10
M/
Oct. 5
Unit 3: Family Ties
Identifying facts and speculation; writing sentences
of speculation/opinion,
Pathways 55-59
Journal 11
W/
Oct.7
COMPUTER LAB 6- facts and speculations, writing
about the past
MyELT Unit 3 R&W all activities due
Vocabulary Chart 3 Due
Pathways 61-68
Journal 12
Writing Assignment #3
Test 3 (Unit 3)
M/
Oct.
12
Unit 4: The Trouble with Trash
Making suggestions, reading charts, identifying
supporting ideas, word order, making suggestions
using should or could;
Pathways 28-31
Journal 5
Pathways 70-74
Journal 13
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of the instructor.
W/
COMPUTER LAB 7- Commas, capitalization,
Oct.14 skimming, scanning
Unit 4: The Trouble with Trash
Pathways 75-79
Journal 14
M/
Oct.
19
Journal 15
Unit 4: The Trouble with Trash
Finding supporting ideas
W/
COMPUTER LAB 8- language of cause-effect
Oct.21 Writing Assignment #4
Test #4 (Unit 4)
MyELT Unit 4 R&W all activities due
Vocabulary Chart 4 Due
Pathways 81-88
Journal 16
M/
Oct.
26
Pathways 89-94
Journal 17
Unit 5: The World in Our Kitchen
Scanning for key details, reflecting critically, reading
a histograph, interpreting maps
W/
COMPUTER LAB 9 Comparatives, reading for main
Oct. 28 ideas
Pathways 95-99
Journal 18
Unit 5: The World in Our Kitchen
Identifying pros and cons; using synonyms to avoid
repetition;
M/
Unit 5: The World in Our Kitchen
Nov. 2 writing sentences to express opinions;
Comparatives
Pathways 101-104
W/
COMPUTER LAB 10- Count and non count
Nov. 4 Writing Assignment #5
Test #5 (Unit 5)
MyELT Unit 5 R&W all activities due
Vocabulary Chart for Unit 5 Due
Journal 19
Pathways 105-108
115-117
Journal 20
Pathways 115-119
M/
Unit 6: Future Living (Lessons A & C)
Nov. 9 Pronoun reference, critical reading- understanding a MyELT Unit 6 R&W (Lessons A & C)
Journal 21
writer's attitude
W/
Nov.
11
Veteran’s Day—No classes
No classes!!!!
M/
Nov
16
Unit 7: Exploration and Discovery prefixes, giving
reasons,
Pathways 135-139
Journal 23
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Please Note: This syllabus is only a guide and may be changed at any time during the semester at the discretion
of the instructor.
W/
Nov.
18
COMPUTER LAB 12- reading interviews and profiles;
summarizing
Test 6 (Units 6 and 7)
Writing Assignment 6
MyELT Unit 6/7 R&W due
Vocabulary Chart 6 Due for Vocabulary Unit
6 p.104,, Unit 7 P. 124 and 129 due
Pathways 141-147
Journal 24
M/
Nov.
23
Unit 8: Musicians with a Message
Taking Notes
MyELT Unit 8 R&W all activities due
Vocabulary Chart for Unit 8 Due
Pathways 148-158
Journal 25
Th/
Nov.
26
Thanksgiving Holiday
No class!
M/
Nov.
30
Unit 8: Musicians with a Message
Writing Questions
Pathways 161-167
Journal 26
W/
Dec. 2
COMPUTER LAB 13
Test 7 (Unit 8)
Writing Assignment 7
Pathways 170-174
Journal 27
M/
Dec. 7
Unit 9: Behavior
Writing Assignment 8
MyELT Unit 9 R&W all activities due
Vocabulary Chart for Unit 9 Due
Journal 28
W/
Dec. 9
COMPUTER LAB 14- Review for Final Exam
M/
Dec.
14
Review for final exam
W/
Dec.
16
Final Exam
Time 8:00A-11:00A
Location LA 243
Rer
Vocabulary Charts or Flash Cards
You are required to keep a vocabulary chart or flash cards for each Unit. The purpose of this work is to help
you learn the new vocabulary and learn how to use various forms of the words. This will raise your awareness
regarding various word forms and usage, give you greater flexibility in your writing, and help you in
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Please Note: This syllabus is only a guide and may be changed at any time during the semester at the discretion
of the instructor.
paraphrasing and summarizing. I will collect and grade your word chart or flashcards on the day of the test.
Please keep your vocabulary charts in your journals OR bring your flash cards to every class.
Here is an example of what the chart and cards should look like for some of the vocabulary
in Unit 1.
Note: Your example sentences MUST NOT BE COPIED from the Internet, other students, or any other source.
They must be your own sentences in your own words. Make your sentences related to people, events, and
objects you know well, so you will have an easier time remembering how to use the words.
Word
Part of Speech / Meaning
Sentence
globe
noun / the whole earth
My father travels around the globe.
global
adjective
Global cooperation may lead to world peace.
connect
verb/ to join two things together I like to connect with my friends on Facebook.
connection noun
My internet connection is not very good.
Flash Cards
(front)
(back)
noun - the whole earth
globe
People around the globe enjoy watching the Olympics.
global - adjective
globally - adverb
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Please Note: This syllabus is only a guide and may be changed at any time during the semester at the discretion
of the instructor.