1. Read synthesize and be prepared to discuss in class the reading assignments.
2. Participate in the four virtual classes.
3. Develop two lesson plans; one for teaching an ESL/EFL reading class and another for teaching an ESL/EFL writing class.
4. Write a publishable review of a text designed to teach ESL/EFL reading and/or writing.
5. Observe an ESL reading and/or writing class and do five hours of observing/teaching during the semester and keep an observation/teaching log.
6. Give two teaching demonstrations of appropriate activities for teaching reading and writing.
7. Complete the midterm exam and the final exam based on course readings and exercises.
8. Write a research paper on a topic of your choosing related to TESL reading or writing.

1. Participation and attendance (50 points total)
2. Virtual class sessions (10 points each; 40 points total)
3. Lesson plans (25 points each; 50 points total)
4. Text reviews (25 points each; 50 points total)
5. Observation/Teaching log (50 points total)
6. Teaching demonstration (25 points each; 50 points total)
7. Research paper (100 points total)
8. Midterm exam (50 points total)
9. Final exam (100 points total)

NOTES:

1. Attendance is taken each class period. Attendance and participation are an essential part of the course.
2. NO LATE ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Work must be submitted at the beginning of class on the day it is due.
3. Grading of the assignments is done on the following scales:

   24-25 / 48-50	Exceptional insights or critique
   22-23 / 44-47	Good insights or critique; fulfilled the assignment
   20-21 / 40-43	Ideas or critique need more attention
   0 - 19 / 0 -39	Work not acceptable

4. Approximately 515 points are available in LING 572.
5. Grades will be figured on the following percentage basis:

   93% - 100% = A	72% - 76% = C
   90% - 92% = A-	69% - 71% = C-
   87% - 89% = B+	67% - 68% = D+
   82% - 86% = B	62% - 66% = D
   79% - 81% = B-	59% - 61% = D-
   77% - 78% = C+	0% - 58% = F

6. The BYU policy related to Incomplete grades (I) will be strictly followed. Refer to page 31 of the Winter Semester Class Schedule for details.
7. Academic misconduct is not acceptable under any circumstances. Plagiarism or any other form of cheating on any assignment or test will result in an automatic failing grade in the course.
8. Students with disabilities. If you have any disability which may impair your ability to successfully complete this course, please let me know during the first week of class. Accommodations are coordinated in consultation with the Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) Office and may require medical and/or professional documentation. The SSD Office in located in 1520 ELWC, 378-2767.