SPRING 2004
DOUG CLARK
Office: D207J Phone:
(425) 564-3067
Welcome to Level 1 Written
Expression. We will meet Monday through
Friday from
·
identify
parts of speech and explain their jobs in simple English sentences
·
use
simple sentence patterns orally and in writing
·
ask
questions orally and in writing using basic patterns
·
know
when to and how to use basic verb tenses
·
use
the writing process (getting ideas,
writing, rewriting, editing, and proofreading)
·
write
assignments that include creative, academic, and timed topics
· improve your writing and help others to improve their writing through paired and small group work.
• Basic English
Grammar (2nd Edition) by Azar
• You will have regular quizzes in grammar as
we move through and finish units of study.
·
There
will be at least one graded writing assignment each week written either in or
out of class.
·
There
will be a midterm examination in-class timed writing near the end of week four.
·
There
will be a final examination in-class timed writing in week 10.
·
Your
final grade in the class will result from the quality of your work and attitude
during the term. Factors will include
attendance, participation, ability to work with others, and written work in
both grammar and composition.
RULES FOR CLASS CONDUCT
·
You
are expected to attend class every day and arrive on time. Regular absence or lateness is seen as a sign
of a bad attitude. If you are absent 20
hours, you cannot pass the class. If you
are more than 15 minutes late, you will be considered absent for one hour.
• You are expected to participate in class activities.
• You are expected to be prepared for class.
• If you are absent, you are still responsible
for homework and material covered.
·
Turn
off cell phones and pagers while class is in session.