Even the founding fathers of the United States needed editing skills.
November 5, 2009
October 27, 2009
Computer Lab Assignment
Tuesday, October 27
After you have finished your Career Portfolio, post a review on your blog.
1) Open wordpress.com and log in to your blog.
2) Open a new internet window and search for a video, picture, news article, song or website you would like to share with the class.
3) Go to “New Post” on your blog and copy the URL link to the video, picture, news article, song or website you would like to share.
4) Below the link, write a 7-10 sentence review of the video, picture, news article, song or website. Answer these questions:
- Describe/Summarize it.
- Why did you choose it?
- Why do you think other students in the class will be interested in it?
- When/How did you find it?
- How is it connected to your life?
- Analyze it. What greater things does it make you think about?
5) When you finish, click publish. Then, go to other students’ blogs, read their reviews and comment.
October 19, 2009
The Giver Reading Schedule
| November 2009 | ||||||
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| October 31
Chapter 1 p. 1-10 _______________ November 1 |
2
Chapter 2 p. 11-19 Utopia Carousel |
3
Chapter 3 p. 20-25 Utopia Project |
4
Chapter 4 p. 26-33 Utopia Project |
5
Chapter 5 p. 34-39 Chapter 1-4 Quiz |
6
Chapter 6 p. 40-49 Utopia Presentation |
7
Chapter 7 p. 50-58 |
| 8
Chapter 8 p. 59-64 |
9
Chapter 9 p. 65-71 Color Activity |
10
Chapter 10 p. 72-79 Chapter 6-9 Review |
11
Chapter 11 p. 80-87 Chapter 8-10 Quiz |
12
Chapter 12 p. 88-96 |
13
Chapter 13 p. 97-107 Socratic Seminar #1 |
14
Chapter 14 p. 108-117 |
| 15 | 16
Chapter 15 p. 118-120 |
17
Chapter 16 p. 121-129 |
18
Chapter 17 p. 130-138 |
19
Chapter 18 p. 139-145 |
20
Chapter 19 p. 146-151 |
21
Chapter 20 p. 152-162 |
| 22 | 23
Chapter 21 p. 163-170 |
24
Chapter 22 p. 171-174 The Giver Jeopardy |
25
No Class Chapter 23 p. 175-180 |
26
Thanksgiving |
27
No Class |
28 |
| 29 | 30
Socratic Seminar #2 |
1
Essay / Short Answer Reading Test |
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October 3, 2009
Aline Ntumba
ESLA 1984
Study log
10/03/09
- This week I read a lot and learn many new words, I still have same difficulty in using some verb, I work on it.
- In class, we learned about the articles, we finished the passive. Also we had a lot of activities.
- I must work hard in punctuation, articles, and prefixes. I must continue to read and write in English every day.
- I like when we use the Active book and IAW. Especially because it’s very helpful in reading and writing.
October 1, 2009
Hi Guys ,,
This is Mubarak , =D
How r u ??
In fact, after I finished my classes, I was looking for Hatice to ask her some questions about where did you guys decide to go on Friday,,, But unfortunately I didn’t find her @@ ,,,,,
Anyway
what I need is
The address for the blowing,, Plzzz
&
In what time we supposed to be there,, ??
I’m not sure if I will come or not because my brother will drive to Richmond on Friday
So,, plz plzz ,, let me know the address,, to see if I can walk or somthin else =p
and here in my information,,,, please be free to contact me ^_^
Phone Number,,, 571 295 9388
email: rayyan4ever@hotmail.com ,, you can add me.
you can email me at ,, mubarak_alkuwari@hotmail.com
That’s All ,, @@
sorry about that guys ,, an See you tomorrow
September 27, 2009
Calendar Updates
Please note the following changes on your syllabus for this class:
Monday, October 5 – Mid-term Writing
Friday, October 9 – No classes for IEP students
Monday & Tuesday, October 12 & 13 – No classes (Columbus Holiday)
Wednesday, October 14 – Mid-term Conferences
September 25, 2009
Aline Ntumba
ESLA 1984
Study log
09/24/09
- This week I read a lot and I began my book, Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls. It’s a good story and I can sometimes recognize the passive voice and the past participles as adjective.
- I learn more about verb “ Past tense, Future tense, Future tense and Passive”
- I still have same difficult in grammar but I work on it, in reading and writing every day.
- In class, we work a lot about the passive voice and I think I cannot forget it again.
Thank you for your patience and I like the way you teach us.
February 23, 2009
Hello Class!
Hello Class,
Welcome to our class blog! I’m looking forward to working with you this semester. I hope we can get to know each other and learn a lot from each other. Please feel free to post comments on this blog any time. You might also want to try some of the grammar activities on the Grammar page and some of the links to the right. You can also check on homework and the schedule for the week here. I’ve posted the syllabus below. I hope you enjoy this opportunity to share your writing, pictures, stories, and ideas. Take a minute to personalize your website and make it reflect who you are! Here’s to a great semester.
~ Christy
ESLA 1984 Syllabus
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale Campus
American Culture & Language Institute (ACLI)
Continuing Education – ESL
ESLA 1984 Reading and Writing
Fall 2009
Instructor: Christina Bainbridge
Home: (916) 662-4119
Email: cbainbridge@nvcc.edu
Time: M-F 2:35-4:30
Classroom: MWF CC 104, TTh CQ 1 (307)
Office: CG 114
Course Description
This is an intermediate course in reading and writing designed for non-native speakers of English. Students will receive instruction through structured assignments and activities. The format of the class will include both individual and group work.
Course Materials
- Fundamentals of English Grammar, 3rd Ed. with Answer Key – Betty Azar
- Active Skills for Reading: Book 3 – Neil J. Anderson
- Introduction to Academic Writing 3rd Ed. Level 3 – Alice Oshima and Ann Hogue
- The Giver – Lois Lowry (You do not need to buy this book. We won’t use it until week 5 or 6, at which time you can borrow it from a library.)
Course Objectives
Writing:
Write a well-developed paragraph with a topic sentence, strong supporting details, and a conclusion.
Use a combination of simple, compound, and complex sentences.
Use transition words, adverb clauses, and prepositional phrases to increase fluency of paragraph.
Use editing skills.
Reading:
Give main idea and detail information from a high-intermediate level reading.
Use context clues to understand meaning of new vocabulary.
Recognize word forms and begin to use them correctly.
Use skimming and scanning skills.
Increase reading fluency/rate.
Begin to paraphrase and summarize factual and fictional reading passages.
Grammar:
Use different types of clauses (adverb, noun, adjective).
Use the perfect tenses with increasing accuracy.
Use gerunds and infinitives with increasing accuracy.
Begin to use passive tenses.
Begin to use reported speech.
Use real and unreal conditionals with increasing accuracy.
Course Requirements
In order to be promoted to the next level at the end of the term, a student must have a passing grade in this course. To do this, a student must: (a) score at least 75% on the midterm and final exams; (b) maintain a 75% average on tests and quizzes; (c) be prepared for every class, completing all homework and compositions on time; (d) submit weekly journal and reading log assignments on time, and actively participate in all discussions and classroom exercises. In addition to the above class requirements, you must also achieve a satisfactory score on the semester-end comprehensive test.
Class Policies
Attendance/Certificate Policy—
Four times late = one absence
What is late?
1-29 minutes late = .25 absence
30-60 minutes late = .5 absence
60+ minutes = 1 absence
Certificate = Good work and attendance
What’s good attendance?
Maximum absences: 7 days
The class starts at 2:35. If you have more than 7 absences, you will not receive a certificate.
No cell phones! Turn them off before you come into class. Please do not text message during class. You may do so during the break.
English only! This is for your benefit. You’re here to learn English, right?
Paying close attention in class is important. This means please do not talk when others are speaking. This includes lectures by the teacher. In order to know what is expected of you, it is important that you are attentive in the classroom.
Respect your classmates. This class has a variety of English proficiency levels and students from various cultures and backgrounds. Please respect these differences by supporting each other and listening respectfully.
Tests
There are NO make-up tests. You will be given warning of when tests will be given. If you are absent for a test, you will receive a zero (regardless of the reason).
Homework
We will often use homework in class the following day. If you do not complete your homework and cannot participate in class, it is as if you are absent. You will be asked to use the computer for homework. If you do not have a computer at home, you may go to the NOVA computer lab in CT 105. We will also go as a class for some assignments. Every Friday I will email you the schedule for the next week. This schedule will include homework for the week. However, sometimes I may add a homework assignment during the week. If you miss a class, please contact me or a classmate to find out what you missed. I expect you to be prepared when you come back to class.
Weekly Assignments
Every week we will have a few regular assignments.
On Fridays your Reading Journal will be due.
At least twice a week, usually Monday and Friday, we will write in class for 30 minutes.
On Tuesdays we will have a Reading Fluency Quiz.
About once a week, on Wednesday or Friday, we will have a Grammar Quiz.
Cheating will not be tolerated in this class. It will earn you a grade of zero on tests. Keep your eyes on your own work unless you have been instructed to cooperate with a partner or in a group.
General NVCC Policies
NVCC is a place for learning and growing. You should feel safe and comfortable anywhere our programs are offered. In order to met this objective, you should: a) let your instructor, a CE ESL Coordinator, the Director of Continuing Education, the Dean of Students, or the Provost, know if an unsafe, unwelcome, or uncomfortable situation arises that interferes with the learning process; b) inform your instructor immediately if there are circumstances which can be corrected to enhance your performance in class.
Students with disabilities: Students with disabilities who would like to request accommodations are responsible for notifying a counselor for disability services. Please go to the Counseling Center CG 211, Annandale Campus to meet with Dr. Charlie Dy.
Information regarding school closings
Go to: www.nvcc.edu and click on the link at the bottom of the page “Closings and Emergencies.” Follow it to find answers to most closing related questions.
Visit http://www.nvcc.edu/Annandale/continuing/esl/orientation. This link will take you to the orientation course designed to help students find out more about studying at NOVA and living in the DC area.
Lab Hours:
ESL Center (CG 416)
703-323-3438
Veronica Campos vcampos@nvcc.edu
http://www.nvcc.edu/annandale/lrc/esl/index.htm
Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 7:00pm
Friday 8:00am- 4:30pm
One to one tutoring appointments, specialized ESL software
Reading/Writing (CG 409)
703-323-3341
http://www.nvcc.edu/annandale/lrc/writing/index.htm
Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 7:00pm
Friday 8:00am- 4:30pm
Tutoring and self-paced software
Grading
S Satisfactory – Passing
R Repeat – Student needs more time at the same level in order to master the necessary skills.
U Unsatisfactory – Student had excessive unexcused absences and/or failed to do the required work.
I Incomplete – Student did not take the final exam(s).
W Withdrawn-Student has missed more than 20% of the course. Student has not provided an explanation for excessive absences. Attempts have been made to contact the student, who has been notified of the intent to withdraw. No re-enrollment in that course in the same semester is possible.
Calendar
August 31 First Day J
September 7 Labor Day Holiday – No classes
September 25 Beginning of the semester potluck
October 6 Mid-term writing sample
October 9 Individual Student Conferences
October 12 -13 Columbus Day Holiday—No classes
October 22 Field Trip Day
November 24 Talent/Entertainment Show
November 25-29 Thanksgiving Holiday – No classes
December 9 End of the semester writing sample
December 11 Program Oral Interviews
December 16 Last Day of Listening/Speaking Class
December 18 Individual Student Conferences
