- Read synthesize and be prepared to discuss in class the reading assignments.
- Develop two lesson plans; one for teaching an ESL/EFL reading class and another for teaching an ESL/EFL writing class.
- Write two reviews of ESL/EFL reading and/or writing texts and submit the reviews for publication.
- Work closely with an ESL reading and/or writing class during the semester and keep an observation/mentoring/teaching journal.
- Complete the midterm exam and the final exam based on course readings and exercises.
- Write a research paper on a topic of your choosing related to TESL reading or writing.
GRADING BASED ON:
- Participation and attendance (50 points total)
- Lesson plans (50 points each; 100 points total)
- Text reviews (50 points each; 100 points total)
- Class Observation/Mentoring/Teaching Journal (100 points total)
- Research paper (100 points total)
- Midterm exam (50 points total)>
- Final exam (100 points total)
NOTES:
- Attendance is taken each class period. Attendance and participation are an essential part of the course. Completion of the On-Line Student Course Evaluation form will be included in the participation points of the grade.
- NO LATE ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Work must be submitted at the beginning of class on the day it is due.
- Grading of the assignments is done on the following scales:
| 48-50 |
Exceptional insights or critique |
| 44-47 |
Good insights or critique; fulfilled the assignment |
| 40-43 |
Ideas or critique need more attention |
| 0 -39 |
Work not acceptable |
- Approximately 600 points are available in LING 672.
- 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 |
- The BYU policy related to Incomplete grades (I) will be strictly followed. For details, refer to the University Policy on-line at http://ar.byu.edu/class_schedule/info/winter2004.
- 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. Adherence to the BYU Honor Code is expected. For details, go to http://ar.byu.edu/class_schedules/info/winter2004.
- Please keep all graded assignments that are returned to you until a final course grade is issued.
- Students with disabilities. If you have any disability that 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 2170 WSC, 422-2767.
- Preventing Sexual Harassment. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination against any participant in an educational program or activity that receives federal funds. The act is intended to eliminate sex discrimination in education. Title IX covers discrimination in programs, admissions, activities, and student-to-student sexual harassment. BYU's policy against sexual harassment extends not only to employees of the university but to students. If you encounter unlawful sexual harassment or gender-based discrimination, please talk to your professor, contact the campus EEO office (422-5895), or contact the Honor Code Office (422-2847).
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