English as a Second Language High Beginning Syllabus for 2020-2021
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Instructor Information
Instructor
Debbie Little (Curriculum Vitae)d0214198@actx.edu
Phone
(806) 371-5391
Office Location
Career Ready You
Office Hours
I am available before and after class or by appointment.
Course Information
COVID-19 Protocols
Recording Policy
Disability Statement
If you have a disability (learning, mental, physical) that affects your ability to participate effectively and have access to any program or service at Amarillo College please contact Disability Services at (806) 345-5639 . Our offices are located in the Student Service Center office 112. More information may be found at www.actx.edu/disability.
Disability Services facilitates access to all programs and services according to the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as well as other federal and state laws.
Amarillo College Web Accessibility Policy Statement
Amarillo College is committed to providing equal access to all programs and services, including all working, learning, and service environments that affect equal access for persons with disabilities. This commitment to provide equal access and opportunity for persons with disabilities is in compliance with federal and state law. Amarillo College also strives to provide Electronic and Information Resources (EIR) that are accessible to all authorized users.
If you find you are unable to access material in an accessible format please contact the Disability Services Office at (806) 345-5639 . This office will work in conjunction with other campus resources to address and accommodate your issue in a timely manner.
Statement for Mental Health and Advocacy & Resource Center:
As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc
Amarillo College Tutoring for Success Policy:
The Tutoring for Success policy applies to any student whose grade or performance in the course falls below a departmentally determined minimum threshold. In either of those cases, the instructor will direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. Under this policy, the instructor will follow specific departmental guidelines governing the use, duration, and grade component of the tutoring need.
Administrative Drop Policy
Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
Student Withdrawal Procedures
Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.
NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.
Privacy Statement
The Amarillo College Privacy Policy is found at https://www.actx.edu/-amarillo-college-privacy-notice , and applies to all Amarillo College students. If you have questions about this privacy statement or you believe that your personal information has been released without your consent, send email to humanresources@actx.edu .
Course
AELE-0051-2100 English as a Second Language High Beginning
Prerequisites
Course Description
Listening, speaking, reading, and writing are taught simultaneously. Understand central idea within spoken conversation using context clues, restatement, or paraphrasing of ideas to comprehend the spoken message. Participate in oral, original exchanges, including communicating immediate needs through simple conversation. Use context and basic reading comprehension strategies to make sense of print. In writing, answer literal questions asking who, what, where, why, when, and how. Write messages, simple descriptions and brief narratives about familiar topics.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
Department Expectations
Occupational License Disclaimer
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
Hours
(0 sem hrs)
Class Type
Tech Supported
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
Future: English for Results - used as a resource
Supplies
Internet, laptop, tablet, or smart phone, pencil/pen, notebook
Student Performance
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Complete CRU intake and orientation paperwork.
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Take the CASAS assessment as instructed
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Take Midterm and Final Exams
Students Rights and Responsibilities
Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesLog in using the AC Connect Portal
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Expected Student Behavior
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Follow all classroom rules.
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Adhere to the attendance policy.
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Maintain a courteous and positive attitude
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Participate in group and individual activities.
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Complete in-class and homework assignments.
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Take all progress tests as directed.
Grading Criteria
Attendance 10%
Homework 40%
Midterm 25%
Final 25%
Attendance
Because attendance is important to be successful in the English as a Second Language Program, in college, as well as in the job place, students should attend all classes. If a student is absent, s/he cannot participate in the class by listening actively or by contributing to class discussions and collaborative activities. Therefore, the following attendance and tardy policies will be enforced.
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Students are expected to attend all classes.
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Attendance is taken at the beginning, and at the end of each class session.
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Students who miss the first week of classes will be dropped.
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Students who have more than three (3) unexcused absences during a semester will be dropped.
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A tardy is defined as not being present when the class begins. If students are tardy, it is their responsibility to approach the instructor after class to ensure that their attendance is documented.
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Tardiness or leaving early will be noted and a partial absence will be recorded. Three (3) tardies = one (1) unexcused absence.
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Missed work must be made up within 1 week of the student’s return to class.
Calendar
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Spring 2021 |
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January 4 |
College Opens |
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January 18 |
Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday |
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January 19 |
Classes Begin |
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January 27 |
Census Day |
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March 10-11 |
Finals |
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March 12 |
Grades due at noon |
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March 15-21 |
Spring Break |
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March 22 |
Classes Begin |
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March 29 |
Census Day |
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April 2-4 |
Easter Holiday |
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May 12-13 |
Final Exam |
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May 14 |
Grades Due by noon |
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Summer 2021 |
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May 24 |
Class Begin |
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May 27 |
Census Day |
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May 31 |
Memorial Day |
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July 1 |
Summer 1 Classes End |
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July 2 |
Grades due by noon |
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July 5 |
College Closed for Independence Day |
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July 6 |
Summer 2 classes begin |
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July 12 |
Census Day |
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August 12 |
Summer II classes end |
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August 13 |
Grades due by noon |
Additional Information
Class Schedule and additional TWC Grant Requirements for the Syllabus (at bottom)
This schedule can change without notice. The instructor reserves the right to modify the schedule as needed.
Burlington Core High Beginning
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Week 1 |
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Day 1 |
Personal Information Achieving Goals- Listening and Speaking Grammar- Simple Present |
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Day 2 |
Personal Information Reading-Student and Teacher Profiles Grammar- Simple Present and Present Continuous |
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Day 3 |
Personal Information Watch and Speak Grammar-Questions & answers in simple present and present continuous |
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Day 4 |
Personal Information Life Skills-Text Messages Write a personal description of someone. |
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Week 2 |
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Day 1 |
Education Listen & Speak- Improving Your English Grammar-Adverbs and Expressions of Frequency Read-Education in the United States |
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Day 2 |
Personal Information Grammar-WH-questions in Present Tense |
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Day 3 |
Personal Information Watch & Speak-Meeting a School Counselor Grammar: Subject/Object Pronouns |
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Personal Information Life Skills- A School Schedule Write an email requesting a reference. |
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Week 3 |
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Day 1 |
Getting a Job Listen & Speak- Help Wanted Grammar: Present Continuous for Future Tense |
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Day 2 |
Getting a Job Reading Volunteering Grammar- Adverbs of Manner |
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Day 3 |
Getting a Job Watch & Speak: A Job Interview Grammar: Verbs Followed by Infinitives |
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Day 4 |
Getting a Job Life Skills- Filling out a job application Write a personal statement. Money Matters Listen & Speak: Saving Money |
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Week 4 |
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Day 1 |
Money Matters Grammar-Comparatives Reading: Tipping |
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Day 2 |
Money Matters Grammar Superlatives Watch & Speak- A Good Deal |
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Day 3 |
Grammar-Review of Simple Past |
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Day 4 |
Midterm Exam |
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Week 5 |
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Day 1 |
In the Workplace Making Small Talk Grammar-Simple Past (WH-questions) Watch & Speak- Solving Problems |
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Day 2 |
In the Workplace Grammar-Future with will Life Skills- Workplace Notice Write an apology email |
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Day 3 |
Housing Listen & Speak-City Living Grammar- Adverbs of Degree |
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Housing Read- 3 Generations Under One Roof Grammar-Reasons with to, for, and because |
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Week 6 |
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Housing Watch & Speak-Moving Day Grammar- Direct and Indirect objects |
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Housing Life Skills- A Tenant Complaint Form Write a letter of complaint |
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Day 3 |
In the Community Listen & Speak- Recycling Grammar -Prepositions Read- Traffic Solutions |
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Day 4 |
In the Community Grammar-Time Expressions Watch & Speak-A Town Hall Meeting |
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Week 7 |
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In the Community Grammar-Requests Modal Verbs Life Skills- Read a Website Writing-A Report of a Problem |
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Government and Law Listen & Speak-Election Day Grammar-Future with going to Read: US Government |
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Day 3 |
Government and Law Grammar- Review of Tenses Watch & Speak-Asking for Time Off |
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Day 4 |
Government and Law Grammar-Review of Tenses with wh questions Life Skills- A voter Registration Form |
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Week 8 |
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Day 1 |
Government and Law Parts of an essay Introduction Topic Sentence Body Paragraph Conclusion |
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Day 2 |
Government and Law Write a problem-solution essay |
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Day 3 |
Review |
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Day 4 |
Final Exam 3. Course Description: Amarillo College’s free, non-credit English as a Second Language (ESL) Program is provided through the Adult Education & Literacy Program called Career Ready You (CRU). It welcomes students from around the world and offers opportunities for people who want or need to learn English. The high-beginning level provides 8 weeks of instruction in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and civics. 4. Course Goals: Upon successful completion of the high-beginning ESL course, students will be able to…
Texas Adult Education & Literacy ESL Content Standards: Upon successful completion of the high-beginning ESL course, students will have addressed the following content standards: Subarea: 1. Listening Skills: English Language Learners (ELLs) become increasingly able to comprehend what they hear, to retrieve information, and to make inferences and connections. The Ells listen to speakers in a variety of contexts with a variety of English accents. Content Standards:
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Syllabus Created on:
02/01/21 8:52 AM
Last Edited on:
02/01/21 8:53 AM