- Course Description
This course is designed to develop critical thinking and academic writing. However, elements of grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and paragraphing enter into the course. This course is a foundation for the student to build the rest of their English-focused curriculum.
- Course Objectives
Class Goals:
-To produce an English language resume.
-To introduce students to the formal elements and practices of email communication.
-To improve participating students critical thinking skills.
-To improve participating students presentation skills.
-To introduce a participating student to the correct practices and principles of academic writing.
-To improve a participating student's ability to write logically in English.
-To potentially improve a participating student's TOEFL or IELTS scores.
- Teachnig Method
Class Rules:
During the class there are things that can gain (+) you points and things that can lose (-) you points.
Things That Will Lose You Points:
Littering = -1pt
Sleeping = -2pts
No Book Or Note Book = -1pt
No Pen/Pencil = -1pt
Excessive Korean Chatting = -1pt
Eating Or Chewing Gum In Class = -1pt
Things That Will Gain You Points:
Do Homework/Preparation Exercises = +1pt
Take Part In Class Activities = +1pt
In Class Assignments/Homework:
There will be 8 assignments to be completed within class time or as homework and then sent to me via Email that will be worth 3% of your final grade each, and a rough draft of your final term paper which will be worth 6% of your final grade.
NB: I will not accept assignments that:
1) Arrive later than 10pm on that class day (Korean Time).
2) Are not in Microsoft Word .doc or .docx formats (do not send in pdf format, as I will not be able to add corrections). A free version of Microsoft Office is available from the University Website, so there are no excuses about this either.
3) Are not sent to the correct email address quentinstollery@yahoo.co.uk via email. If you send by any other method, I will not accept it.
- Textbook
- Assessment
- Requiments
For the majority of the Tuesday classes you will need to either bring a laptop/notebook computer to class or have access to a computer (you will be able to go to the computer rooms in the building).
NB: IF YOU LEAVE TO USE A COMPUTER IN A COMPUTER ROOM, I WILL TRUST YOU TO DO YOUR WORK, BUT YOU NEED TO SEND ME THE ASSIGNMENTS BY 10PM THAT DAY IN ORDER TO GET CREDIT FOR THAT TASK.
- Practical application of the course
Writing in English is an essential skill for students intending to either study abroad, or do further postgraduate study. Additionally, the preparation of an English language resume will aid students intending to apply for internships with foreign companies, or the American military in the future
- Reference