Foundations C Listening and Speaking

Winter 2017

Instructor Information
Instructor Email Office Location & Hours
Mr. Escalante juanbyuh@gmail.com UPC 358 by appointment only

General Information
Description
This course helps students improve their speaking fluency, learn and use new vocabulary, and increase listening
capacity in order to function in basic interpersonal communication situations, such as speaking with professors
and classmates at a university.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to...
Understand level appropriate* text (listening).
Understand the main ideas
Understand major details
Understand important minor details.
Understand the speakers purpose.
Understand the speakers point of view.
Use appropriate listening strategies
Connect content to background knowledge.
Use suprasegmental cues to guess meaning.
Make inferences or educational guesses
Listen for specific information.
Predict what information will follow.
Produces level appropriate* speech.
Narrate/describe in all major time frames about familiar and general topics.
Actively participate in conversations.
Use organizational patterns when speaking in paragraphs.
Use transitions to link related ideas.
Pause when appropriate.
Use correct intonation.
Use correct stress in words and sentences.
Adapt speech to specific audiences and contexts.
Use appropriate speaking strategies.
Use circumlocution to clarify meaning.
Self-Correct when errors in accuracy and meaning occur.
Repeat or rephrases when appropriate.
Acquire new vocabulary.
Recognize high frequency words and phrases.
Understand high frequency general vocabulary and phrases.
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 Use high frequency general vocabulary and phrases.
Use context and background knowledge to infer meaning of unfamiliar words.
Use morphological cues to guess the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary.

Course Materials
Required Materials
1. Interactions 2, 6th edition textbook.
2. Online Code for Connect
3. Principles of Self-Regulated Learning: Developing Language Learning Plans Booklet (UPC 103)
4. Pencil or pen
5. Folder or binder to hold assignments
6. Positive Attitude
Grades
The ELC gives two grades, a proficiency grade and a citizenship grade. The ELC uses a grade point average
(GPA) system. For example, 4.0 is a perfect grade, 3.0 is good, 2.0 is low, 1.0 is failing. Grades are something
you earn, not something I give you! That said, you get two separate grades in the class:

Citizenship (Effort)- Am I a good student?

A citizenship grade at the ELC is representative of your effort. A citizenship grade less than 3.0 or 84% will
disqualify you from attending the ELC next semester. Your citizenship grade will be determined by the
following:
50% Homework completing homework assignments on time (you lose 10% for each day an
assignment is turned in late) AND completing tests on the days that they should be completed
50% Participationparticipating actively in classroom activities, trying to speak in English, coming
prepared, being on time to class, following classroom rules.

Proficiency (Ability)-Am I good at English?

A proficiency grade at the ELC is representative of your language ability. In order to get a passing
grade, you must have 74% or higher. Be sure not to miss a test or quiz because you cannot make up a
missed quiz or test without a doctors note excusing you from classes the day of the test. If you know
you will be absent, speak to the teacher in advance so that arrangements can be made for you to take
quizzes or tests at another time.

Overview:
Proficiency Grade 40% Speaking and Listening Test
40% Presentations
20% Chapter Quizzes

Citizenship Grade 50% Homeworkcompleting homework assignments on time

50% Participationparticipating actively in classroom activities

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Participation Points

5 participation points are available for each class day. If you are absent from class and your absence is not
excused, you will lose all 5 participation points for that day. Full participation points cannot be restored even if
your absence is excused, since you cannot participate if you are not present. If you miss more than 10 minutes
of class any time during the class you will be considered absent for that class period. You can lose participation
points for being late to class, for not trying to speak English in class, for being disruptive, for using your cell
phone inappropriately, for taking long breaks during class, for not being prepared (for example, not having your
book with you in class), and for not participating actively in a class activity. You will not always know
immediately when you lose participation points.
5 = On time, fully engaged, no cell phone usage, no internet surfing on laptop, no talking on the side, no
homework for other classes, no extended breaks from class, no intentional sleeping.
4 = If one of the following occurred one time: late, not fully engaged, cell phone usage, surfed the
internet on laptop, talked on the side, did homework for another class, took an extended break from
class, intentional sleeping, not having all your materials.
3 = If one or more of the following occurred more than once: late, excessively late, not fully engaged,
cell phone usage, surfed the internet on laptop, talked on the side, did homework for another class, took
an extended break from class, intentional sleeping, not having all your materials.
2 = If multiple of the following occurred multiple times: late, excessively late, not fully engaged, cell
phone usage, surfed the internet on laptop, talked on the side, did homework for another class, took an
extended break from class, intentional sleeping, not having all your materials.
1 = No real effort was made today in class and was disruptive in class.
0 = Absent and did not do assignments or contact teacher. (If you have an excused absence and contact
the teacher and submit any assignments due, you can earn 2.5 points).

YOUR ROLE IF YOU MISS CLASS

If you miss a class, it is YOUR responsibility to find out what you missed and come prepared to the following
class with any assigned work completed. You may contact a classmate to find out what you missed (or see the
modules on Canvas). Write down the contact information of 2 of your classmates. (Right now choose
someone you know or who is sitting close to you. You may change this later as you make new friends in class.)

Classmate # 1: Name _________________________ Phone __________________ Email

Classmate # 2: Name _________________________ Phone __________________ Email

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Late Assignments
Late work such as homework, quizzes tests or any other work assigned in class will not be accepted.
Assignments are due on date specified by the teacher. However, there is a mercy rule. If circumstances
beyond your control prevent you from submitting your assignments on time, you will be given extra time
to submit your assignment (20% will be deducted for every day that it is late). Circumstances beyond
your control include: hospitalization, Emergency Room visit, technology related issues, an ill family
member and a few other. If you find yourself in one of these situations you must contact the teacher as
soon as you can and request extra time. ATTENTION! Simply forgetting to do your assignments is not
considered an emergency
Class Rules
Not following class rules will result in the loss of participation points. A total of five participation points are
given each day.
1. Be honorable. Maintain a high-quality relationship of trust with your teacher, ELC staff, and other
students.
2. Be excellent. Speak English in the classroom (before, during, and after class). English is the language that
you have come to learn, so try your hardest to communicate in English. It will help you progress in your
language abilities and show respect for those around you.
3. Be positive. Maintain a positive and grateful attitude and give your best effort in class.
4. Be on time. Come to class on time. If you are not in the classroom at the time class starts, you are late. If
you miss more than 10 minutes of class at the beginning, middle or end of class, you are considered absent.
5. Be responsible. Bring the required books every day to class and participate in class. Turn in your
homework on time. When you are absent, contact a classmate to find out what you missed and what the
homework is. Check your email and grades regularly. Read the student handbook (at elc.byu.edu under
students/student handbook/English) and follow the guidelines there, especially the Honor Code.
6. Be respectful. Show respect for class time. Your teachers come prepared, and so should you. Go to the
bathroom before class; dont work on other things during class time. If you absolutely must leave, ask the
teacher first. Do not use electronic devices unless given permission to do so. Do not bring food into the
classroom (water in a water bottle is ok). If you know youre going to be absent ahead of time, talk with the
teacher and make arrangements for your homework. Do not sleep in class.
7. Be honest. Your integrity is more important than a grade (ELC Policy). Maintain a high quality
relationship of trust with your teacher, classmates, and the ELC staff. Do not cheat or plagiarize in any way
for any assignment, quiz, or test.

Level Achievement Tests (LATs)

Level Achievement Tests (LATs) are given at the end of each semester. They are used to test your progress in
English in each skill area. If you plan to continue studying at the ELC, you must take the LATs. (from The
Student Handbook)

Attendance Policy (from Student Handbook)

You are expected to attend class every day. Excessive absences decrease your chances of passing this class, and could
lead to your dismissal from the ELC.

Consistently attending class is a central part of learning and improving your English. When you are absent from class, you
miss important information and practice opportunities that you need to improve your English.

The US Government allows each English program to establish its own attendance policy. The following requirements
reflect the ELCs commitment to create the right environment to help you improve your English.

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ELC students must maintain 80% attendance in each and every class at all times. As soon as your attendance drops below
80% in any one of your four classes, you will receive a warning letter. If you have any unexcused absences before raising
your attendance back to 80%, you will be dismissed.
If your attendance drops below 80% a second time in any one of your four classes, you will be dismissed from the ELC.
Once you receive your attendance dismissal letter, you must go to Anna Baileys office (4056 JFSB) immediately.

The US Government states that if a student is dismissed for violation of a school's attendance policy, then their student
visa is immediately terminated and the student will need to leave the US within two weeks. If students want to transfer to
another school, they will have to reapply to be reinstated. However, attempts to be reinstated rarely successful.

Academic Honesty (from Student Handbook)

ELC students should seek to be totally honest with others. You should complete your own assignments and be evaluated
based on your work. You should avoid academic dishonesty in all forms, including cheating, falsification, and
plagiarism.

Sexual Discrimination & Harassment (from Student Handbook)

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is intended to eliminate sex discrimination and sexual harassment in
educational contexts. Any ELC student, teacher, staff member, or administrator who becomes aware of sexual harassment,
discrimination, or misconduct of any kind, directed toward them or any other member of the ELC community should
immediately contact Dr. James Hartshorn (801-422-4034, james_hartshorn@byu.edu) or Dr. Norman Evans (801-422-
8472, norman_evans@byu.edu). If they are unavailable, please leave a message and then contact the Equal Employment
Office (801-422-5895, 1-888-238-1062, http://www.ethicspoint.com) or the Honor Code Office (801-422-2847).

Students with Disabilities

If you suspect or are aware that you have a disability, please contact the Student Life Coordinator (801-422-5318). The
Student Life Coordinator will help you determine what course of action will be best for you and will help
you communicate with your teachers and university personnel to make sure that you receive appropriate assistance.

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 Foundations C Listening and Speaking Winter 2017 Calendar
Dates Class Topics Assignments/Reminders
Week 1: Introduction to course Buy your textbook!
Student Introductions Sign up for Connect!
Jan 9-13
Diagnostic Test
Week 2: Chapter 1 Monday: Begin working on Listening and
Tuesday: Expect Excellence Lesson 1 Speaking Logs
Jan 16-20
Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #1 Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice/ Introduce Presentation #1 Chapter 1 LS Quiz
Thursday: Listening and Speaking Activity
Week 3: Chapter 2 Monday: Presentation #1
Monday: Presentations Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 2
Jan 23-27
Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #2 logs due.
Tuesday: English Etiquette Video #1 Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice Logs week 3
Wednesday: Self-Regulation Lesson 3 Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Chapter 2 LS Quiz
Week 4: Chapter 3 Monday: Listening and Speaking Logs
Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #3 Week 3 due.
Jan 30-Feb 3
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice*Introduce Presentation #2 Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Logs week 4
Chapter 3 LS Quiz
Week 5: Chapter 4 Monday: Presentation #2
Monday: Presentation #2 Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 4
Feb 6-10
Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #4 logs due.
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Thursday: Listening and Speaking Activity Chapter 4 LS Quiz
Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Logs week 5
Week 6: Chapter 5 Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 5
Monday: Listening and Speaking Activity logs due.
Feb 13-17

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 Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #5
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice *Introduce Presentations #3
Week 7: Chapter 6
Monday: Presentation #3
Feb 20-24
Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #6
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice
Thursday: Listening and Speaking Activity
Week 8: Chapter 7
Monday: Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #7
Feb 27-March 3
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice
*Introduce Presentations #4
Week 9: Chapter 8
Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #8
March 6-10
Tuesday: Presentation #4
Wednesday: TOEFL Practice
*Introduce Presentation #5
Thursday: Listening and Speaking Activity
Week 10: Chapter 8
Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #9
March 12-17
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice
Thursday: Presentation #5
Week 11: Chapter 9
Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #10
March 20-24
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice
Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Logs week 6
Chapter 5 LS Quiz
Monday: Presentation #3
Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 6
logs due.
Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Logs week 7
Chapter 6 LS Quiz
Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 7
logs due.
Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Logs week 8
Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Chapter 7 LS Quiz
Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 8
logs due.
Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Logs week 9
Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 9
logs due.
Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Logs week 10
Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Chapter 8 LS Quiz
Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 10
logs due.
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 Wednesday: Listening and Speaking Activity
Week 12: Chapter 10
Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #11
March 27-31
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice
Wednesday: Introduce presentation #6
Week 13: Chapter 10
Pre-Academic Vocabulary List #12
April 3-7
Tuesday: TOEFL Practice
Wednesday: Presentation #6
Thursday: Presentation #6
Week 14: Monday: PAVL Final Test
Tues 11th Last day of class * TOEFL Practice
April 10-14
Wed- Thurs- LATs
Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Logs week 11
Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Chapter 9 LS Quiz
Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 11
logs due.
Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Logs week 12
Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 12
logs due.
Begin working on Listening and Speaking
Logs week 13
Thurs-Sat: PAVL Quiz on Canvas
Chapter 10 LS Quiz
Monday: Listening and Speaking Week 13
logs due.
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