Class Plan

This class will teach you basic English language skills. In this class you will:

· Set goals for learning English.

· Practice listening, speaking, reading and writing English.

· Use the textbook Future: English for Results - Intro Level and its workbook & CD'S.

· Use worksheets, readings, and computers in the R108 computer lab.

· Work in pairs and small groups to improve listening and speaking.

· Learn about Bellevue College resources such as the Library Media Center, bookstore, and Public Safety Office.

Student Responsibilities

· Come to class every day. If you cannot come to class, please call the teacher.

· Be on time and be ready to work.

· Bring a notebook, a pencil or pen, and an eraser.

· Bring your textbook every day.

· Do in-class assignments and homework assignments.

· Be respectful to all.

· Ask questions when you don’t understand.

· Participate in classroom activities and discussions.

Teacher Responsibilities

· Be prepared for class.

· Speak clearly and listen carefully to students.

· Explain assignments so students understand.

· Talk with each student about learning goals and educational path at Bellevue College.

Bellevue College

Students in ESL classes at Bellevue College should make progress in their level. Most students advance to the next level of ESL class after no more than 3 quarters at one level. If there is no progress, students may not continue in the classes. The teacher looks at your attendance, classroom work, and tests (including CASAS tests) to decide your progress. The teacher will tell you at the end of the quarter what you need to improve. If you don’t improve, you might not be able to register for classes in the future.

Confidentiality: We do not wish other people (parents, spouses, and friends of students) to speak for students about school performance because this can slow student growth and progress. We do this because we would like students to speak for themselves and be independent. We also do it because federal law (the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) says that we must protect the privacy of student education records. It is BC policy to keep school performance between the school and the student. If a student asks for a parent, spouse, or friend to be at any instructor-student discussion of academic performance, instructors will look at each situation and make the final decision. You can see all of this policy, Arts and Humanities Commitment to Student Growth and Development, at www.bellevuecollege.edu/artshum.

Some people may have a special medical problem. If you have information to tell me about a medical problem, please see me after class or during our break. Then, we can plan for an emergency. If you have a disability and need special help in class, I can tell you about our Disability Resource Center (DRC).

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You may also contact DRC in room B132 or call 425.564.2498 or TTY 425.564.4110. Information is also on their website at http://bellevuecollege.edu/drc/