Mt. San Antonio College English as a Second Language Department

Spring Semester 2011 (February 28rd – June 17th )

Class: Pre-Level 1 Instructor: Sonia Ortega

Time: Monday through Friday, 8-11:30 am Voice Mail: (909) 594-5611 ext. 3355

Location: Building 31A-1 E-mail: sortega@mtsac.edu

Course Description: Students will develop and practice basic skills in English through listening and speaking and through reading and writing practice. Students will learn life skills, basic grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, and basic computer skills.

Passing Pre-Level 1 Pass: 70% or higher No Pass: 69% or lower

Attendance and Participation – 20% Midterm Test - 15% Homework – 15%

Quizzes – 20% Final Exam – 20% Project - 10%

Course Objective: By the end of the course, students will be able to recognize and produce high frequency vocabulary, and provide personal information through speaking and writing. They will be able to communicate and receive messages through the use of basic phrases.

Textbook and Materials: • English in Action 1, Second Edition (Foley & Neblett) • English in Action1 Workbook, Second Edition • Notebook or 3-ring binder

Student Responsibilities:

• Come to class: Tell the instructor if you will be absent or if you will arrive late or leave early. The allowed absences for this class are 33 HOURS. If you miss more than 33 HOURS you will lose your priority for next registration.

• Turn off your cell phone • Be polite and respectful: Listen to the teacher, the tutor, and to fellow classmates when

they are speaking. Enter class quietly if you come late. Leave class quietly if you go home early.

• Speak English in class: Do your best to use English in class. Help other students practice their English. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes!

• Bring your books and notebook to EVERY CLASS

Mt. San Antonio College English as a Second Language Department

Spring Semester 2011 (February 28rd – June 17th ) Measurable Assessment You will be evaluated on your knowledge of basic driving laws, vehicle types, traffic signs, and DMV. Students are required to participate in this assessment.

Counseling and Guidance: The ESL office in Building 66 has a counselor/advisor available to help students with visa information, entering Mt. SAC credit classes, problems in school, and other issues. If you need to see a counselor/advisor, please make an appointment in the ESL office in Building 66.

College Mission Mt. San Antonio College welcomes all students and supports them in achieving their personal, educational, and career goals in an environment of academic excellence.

Vision Statement Continuing Education will provide outstanding educational opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds who are seeking self-improvement, enhanced earning power, increased literacy skills and access to higher education and employment. Student Learning Goals

The ESL department will prepare all ESL students to be: 1. Effective Communicators who

Acquire reading and listening skills Speak and write to be understood Work productively as part of a team Use technology to express ideas

2. Critical Thinks who Gather, organize, and analyze information from a variety of sources Form and express a logical opinion or conclusion Demonstrate problem-solving skills Apply knowledge to personal, professional, or academic situations

3. Lifelong Learners who Apply strengths and improve weaknesses Learn and apply information or skills Participate productively in the community

4. Self-Directed Individuals who Set goals, establish, and implement of a plan of action Work independently Seek appropriate information and help

Parking Permit & Student ID Card

You can purchase a parking permit and get your Mt. SAC student ID card in Building 9A. A parking permit is required if you would like to park on campus. A student ID card is necessary if you would like to use the Language Learning Center.

Mt. San Antonio College English as a Second Language Department

Spring Semester 2011 (February 28rd – June 17th )

Date Topic Notes

Week 1: 2/28-3/4 Unit 1: Hello Introducing yourself; Present tense Be

Quiz: Unit 1 3/4: Class ends 9:45

Week 2: 3/7-3/11 Unit 2: The Classroom Describing a classroom; Yes/No questions

Quiz: Unit 2 CASAS #1

Week 3: 3/14-3/18 Unit 3: The Family Talking about your family; Adjectives

Quiz: Unit 3 1st writing sample

Week 4: 3/21-3/25 Unit 4: Moving Day Identifying rooms and furniture; Prepositions

Quiz: Unit 4 3/25: Class ends 10:15

Week 5: 3/28-4/1 Unit 5: I’m Talking on the Phone Present continuous tense

Quiz: Unit 5 3/31: NO CLASS

Week 6: 4/4-4/8 Unit 8: Money & Unit 10: Clothing and Weather Stating Amounts; Describing clothing; Present continuous short questions and answers

Quiz: Units 8 & 10 4/6: Class ends 10:15

Week 7: 4/11-4/15 Unit 12: Food Talking about food; Adverbs of frequency

Quiz: Unit 12 CASA #2 2nd writing sample

Week 8: 4/18-4/22 Review Units 1-5, 8, 10, 12

1st oral evaluation 4/20: MIDTERM

Week 9: 4/25-4/29 Unit 13: Jobs Describing jobs; Present tense questions

Quiz: Units 13

Week 10: 5/2-5/6 Unit 9: Transportation Describing jobs; Wh- questions

Quiz: Unit 9

Week 11: 5/9-5/13 Unit 11: Daily Life Describing everyday routines; Prepositions of time

Quiz: Unit 11 5/13: Class ends 10:15

Week 12: 5/16-5/20 Unit 7: Downtown Giving directions; Prepositions of location

Quiz: Unit 7

Week 13: 5/23-5/27 Unit 6: My City Describing a city; Or questions

Quiz: Unit 6 CASAS #3

Week 14: 5/30-6/3 Unit 14: A Visit to the Doctor Identifying parts of the body; Have/Has

DMV Exam 5/30: NO CLASS

Week 15: 6/6-6/10 Unit 15: Weekend Plans Talking about hobbies; Future with be going to

Quiz: Units 14 & 15 3rd writing sample

Week 16: 6/13-6/17 Final Exam Review

6/15: FINAL EXAM

Syllabus subject to change with notice from the instructor.