English as a Second Language Low Intermediate Syllabus for 2021-2022
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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.

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Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016

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Course

AELE-0052-099 English as a Second Language Low Intermediate

Prerequisites

Course Description

Listening, speaking, reading, and writing are taught simultaneously. Apply increasingly complex listening strategies to comprehend conversations that include new vocabulary. Participate in information gap listening activities. Initiate and engage in simple conversations that include descriptions, personal opinions, and inferences on familiar topics. Read texts representing different genres to answer comprehension questions, identify main ideas and supporting details, and make simple inferences. Write with an audience in mind and for personal and work-related communications. Learn transition words and phrases with correct punctuation. Show understanding of idioms and figures of speech. Engage in steps of the writing process (drafting, editing, and final copy).

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

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Supplamental resources: Burlington English- web-based program

Supplies

Internet

Laptop, tablet,or smart phone

Pen/pencil

Notebook

Student Performance

Students will complete the CRU intake orientation process which includes taking the CASAS language pre-assessment. Students will also be assessed through Quick-Checks and Final.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log 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

A student is expected to be on time as attendance is a necessary part of this course. Classroom participation is highly encouraged therefore, it is important to maintain a courteous and positive attitude as well as showing respect for others. Come prepared for class each day by completing assingments and engaging in class activities.

Grading Criteria

Final grades will be determined by the following scale: 

A= 100-90.0

B= 89.9-80.0

C= 79.9-70.0

D= 69.9-60.0

F= 59.9 or less

    Attendance  70%        

    Assignments (homework, assessments)  20%

    Participation 10%

    

Attendance

Because attendance is important to be successful in the English as a Second lanuage Program in college, as well as the workplace, students should attend all classes.Therefore, the following attendance and tardy policies will be enforced.  Students are expected to attend all classes. Attendance is taken at the beginning and end of each class. A student who misses the first week will be dropped. A Student who has more than three (3) unexcused absences during a semester will be dropped. A tardy is defined as not being present when the class begins. A student who is tardy is responsible for notfiying the instructor to ensure attendance is documented. Missed work must be made up withing one (1) week of student's return to class.

Calendar

Additional Information

Class Schedule and additional TWC Grant Requirements fro the Syllabus (at the bottom)

The instructor reserves the right to modify the schedule as needed.

Support Services: 

  Tutoring 

Location: Ware Student Commons, 1st Floor, room 113A 

Contact: Jeannie George (806) 371-5432     j0309552@actx.edu 

 

Service: Career Navigators

Location: Ware Student Commons, 3rd Floor, Room 314 

Contact:  Christina Gonzales 305 B ccconzales@actx.edu  806 371 5913

Service: Workforce Solutions Panhandle 

Location: Student Services Center, Room 236 

Contact: Roxanne Morgan (806) 350-1644     rmorgan@wspanhandle

 

15.Sequence of Courses Leading to the attainment of a GED certificate/enrollment into post secondary education:

Content Standards:

1. Distinguish sounds and intonation patterns of English with increasing ease.

2. Demonstrate understanding when listening to spoken language in different situations and spoken with a variety of regional accents.

3. Listen to, follow, and give directions and/or instructions.

4. Listen to and participate in a variety of settings (e.g., academic, work, and social) and situations (e.g., conversation, teamwork, meetings, presentation, and interviews).

5. Participate in and comprehend conversations face-to-face or via electronic media.

6. Comprehend questions in order to engage in conversation.

7. Use comprehension strategies such as indicating misunderstanding, repeating and rephrasing, or asking for help as appropriate for the communication context.

8. Exhibit knowledge and appropriate interpretation of cultural conventions in conversation, such as the use of titles, eye contact, registers, and expected responses (schemata).