Course Syllabus
ESL 50 – Conversation - #11049
Monday thru Thursday 1PM - 3:30PM Winter 2022
Zoom & Canvas
Instructor Information
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Instructor |
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Office Location & Hours |
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Martha Clayton |
claytoma2@laccd.edu |
FH110 or Zoom by appointment https://laccd.zoom.us/my/marthaclayton
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General Information
Description
This course is designed for students who wish to improve their listening comprehension of English and to increase their ability to make themselves understood, using conversational American English speech. This is the introductory level ESL conversation course.
Expectations and Goals
At the end of this course, students will be able to demonstrate face-to-face conversations, comprehension of simple words and phrases used in everyday contexts. Students will also be able to use words that signal differences between present and past tenses.
Supplies:
- notebook (or paper in a 3-ring binder) for in-class work and notes
- pencil and eraser
- laptop, desktop, tablet, or mobile phone with internet
- LACC Student Email (Outlook) - All LACC students have an LACC Student Email
You Need To:
- Come to class meetings on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday.
- Come to class on time; class starts at 1PM on Zoom.
- Do your online activities and assignments, and your other classwork – these are very important parts of the class.
- Use English as much as possible in class.
- Work with partners and groups in class.
- Do your own work; do not copy work from another student.
- Be very careful with your laptop/computer/mobile device, and take good care of it.
Course Materials
Required Materials
You will need a computer, laptop, or mobile device to access course materials. All course materials will be on Canvas. You will also need to use Zoom for class meetings.
Course Schedule
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Class Meeting |
Topic |
Activities |
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1/10 |
Welcome & Orientation |
Orientation |
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1/11 |
Technology Skills |
Using Canvas & Zoom |
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1/12 |
Health & Nutrition |
Film Analysis - Homeless Food Truck |
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1/13 |
Health & Nutrition |
Healthy Food Resources |
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1/17 |
Health & Nutrition |
Healthy Food Resources |
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1/18 |
Mini-portfolio |
Identify Healthy Food Resources |
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1/19 |
Health & Nutrition |
Film Analysis: What's Cooking? |
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1/20 |
Health & Nutrition |
Comparing Food Prices |
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1/24 |
Health & Nutrition |
Comparing Food Prices |
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1/25 |
Mini-portfolio |
Comparing Food Prices |
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1/26 |
Health & Nutrition |
Film Analysis: Move, Eat, Live |
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1/27 |
Health & Nutrition |
Interpreting Food Labels |
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1/31 |
Health & Nutrition |
Interpreting Food Labels |
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2/1 |
Mini-Portfolio |
Interpreting Food Labels |
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2/2 |
Review |
Q&A |
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2/3 |
Presentations |
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Project Schedule
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Date |
Subject |
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1/18 |
Mini Portfolio: Identify Healthy Food Resources |
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1/25 |
Mini Portfolio: Comparing Food Prices |
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2/1 |
Mini Portfolio: Interpreting Food Labels |
BROWSERS & TECH STUFF
What browser should I use?
Chrome and Firefox are good browsers for Canvas. Internet Explorer is not a good browser for Canvas, so please do not use it.
IMPORTANT
If something on a page does not appear, look for the light grey shield icon in the URL address bar of the browser. It is located on the left side in Firefox and on the right side in Chrome. In Firefox, click on the shield icon and then select Disable Protection on this Page from the drop-down menu. In Chrome, click on the Shield icon and then select the link that says Load Unsafe Script.
COMMUNICATIONS
If you have any questions about this course, please ask your teacher or tech coach. You can ask your question in class or send us a message using the Canvas inbox or you can send us an email.
Your teacher will try to respond to your messages within 24 hours Monday - Friday, however, there may be days when it takes longer. Please know that we will answer every question as soon as possible.
Netiquette |net*i*quette|
Netiquette is the “manners” for online interactions. All student-to-student, student-to-teacher and teacher-to-student communications (including emails and discussion postings) should be polite and respectful. Please keep all interactions professional.
HELP & RESOURCES
Here are some useful phone numbers and websites to access support while participating in I-DEA:
IT (Information Technology) Services - help with Student Portal (SIS) ID, computer problems, password problems, etc.
- Go to: https://www.lacitycollege.edu/Students/For-Students (Links to an external site.)
- Call: (323) 953-4000 ext. 2049
- Email: lacc-techsupport@laccd.edu
Campus eLearning Office - help using Canvas and online class tools
- Go to: https://www.lacitycollege.edu/Academics/Distance-Education/Canvas-Troubleshooting
- Call: (323) 953-4000 ext. 2480
- Email: CanvasSupport@lacitycollege.edu
Click the Help link on the bottom of the Canvas navigation on the left and then choose from the available options.
Office of Special Services
Students with a verified disability who may need authorized accommodation(s) for this class are encouraged to notify the instructor and the Office of Special Services (323-953-4000, ext.2270 or email oss@lacitycollege.edu). Visit OSS on Cranium Café https://lacc.craniumcafe.com/ or the OSS website: http://lacitycollege.edu/Resources/Office-Special-Services/
GRADING & ATTENDANCE
Grading
Your grade for the class will be based the activities you complete and tasks listed on the Objectives page at the beginning of each module. Your skills will be measured by homework, quizzes, writing assignments, and presentations.
Non-credit course grades are Pass, Satisfactory Progress, and No Pass. Non-credit course grades are NOT calculated into one’s grade point average and do NOT affect one’s financial aid since they have no unit value.
A Pass grade is required for this course to be counted towards earning the Career Development and College Preparation Certificate of Completion/Competency. See the online catalog for more information on how to earn this certificate at: https://www.lacitycollege.edu/Academic-Departments/NonCredit-Adult-Education/Degrees-Certificates
To pass this class, you must:
- earn a final grade average of at least 75%
- attend at least 75% of the classes (Zoom and online)
- do at least 75% of the assignments (Zoom and online)
Pass (P) Satisfactory Progress (SP) No Pass (NP)
70%-100% 40% – 69% 0 – 39%
Attendance Policy
Unless this section is designated as a managed enrolled transition cohort, this is an open-entry noncredit class. Students may add the class at any time if there is space available. Noncredit courses are repeatable.
Students who are registered and miss the first time the class meets may lose their right to a place in the class. Whenever students are absent more than 10% of the total meeting days of the class, the instructor may exclude them from class. If the instructor determines that there are no mitigating circumstances that may justify the absences, the instructor may exclude a student from the class. Students are responsible for officially dropping a class that they stop attending. Students may re-add the class at any time if there is space available.
CASAS Test:
This is a required test for all ESL students. You will take the test when you register and again at the end of class. It is very important. We will tell you the date before the test.
Financial Aid
Noncredit Courses are FREE and not eligible for Financial Aid. Students who enroll in noncredit and credit courses at the same time: If you need help paying for books and other college expenses, call the Financial Aid Office at (323) 953-4000 ext.2010, visit at http://www.lacitycollege.edu/Admissions/Financial-Aid/Department-Home, or email finaid@lacitycollege.edu.
Library
The LACC Library provides a variety of resources and services to support online education. Currently with Covid19 the Library is closed and cannot lend physical books at this time. However, students can access over 200,000 ebooks, millions of newspaper, magazine and scholarly journal articles in full-text, watch videos, and chat with a librarian 24/7, all online. Visit the Library homepage http://library.lacitycollege.edu to get started.
Academic Integrity
Violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to, the following actions: cheating on an exam, plagiarism, working together on an assignment, paper or project when the instructor has specifically stated students should not do so, submitting the same term paper to more than one instructor, or allowing another individual to assume one’s identity for the purpose of enhancing one’s grade (see LACCD Board Rule 9803.28). Penalties may include a grade of zero or "F" on an exam or paper, or even suspension from the College.
Prohibited Discrimination
The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to provide an educational, employment and business environment free from Prohibited Discrimination, as defined by Board Rule 15003. Employees, students, or other persons acting on behalf of the District who engage in Prohibited Discrimination as defined in this policy or by State and Federal law shall be subject to discipline, up to and including discharge, expulsion, or termination of contract. The specific rules and procedures for reporting allegations of Prohibited Discrimination and for pursuing available remedies are included in Administrative Regulation C-14. A copy may be obtained from the Title IX Coordinator or from the District’s Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Any member of the Los Angeles City College community, which includes students, faculty, and staff, who believes, perceives, or actually experiences conduct that may constitute prohibited discrimination, has the right to seek the help of the College. Every employee has the responsibility to report such conduct to the Title IX Coordinator or other designee(s) of the College President when it is directed toward students. Potential complainants are advised that administrative and civil law remedies, including but not limited to injunctions, restraining orders or other orders, may be made available. For assistance, contact the Title IX Coordinator at (323) 953-4000, Ext. 2758, or the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, at (213) 891-2315.
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Course: ESL NC 050CE
Title: BEGINNING CONVERSATION
Course Description
This course is designed for students who wish to improve their listening comprehension of English and to increase their ability to make themselves understood, using conversational American English speech. This is the introductory level ESL conversation course.
Units/Transferability
0 units not transferable
Prerequisites/Co-requisites/Advisories
No Prerequisites. No Co-requisites.
Course Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate face-to-face conversations, comprehension of simple words and phrases used in everyday context. 2. Use words that signal differences between present and past tenses.
Grading Scale or Criteria
Non-credit Progress Indicators are Pass (P), Satisfactory Progress (SP), and No Pass (NP). Noncredit course progress indicators are NOT calculated into one’s grade point average and do NOT affect one’s financial aid since they have no unit value. A Pass is required for this course to be counted towards earning a Career Development and College Preparation (CDCP) Certificate of Completion/Competency. See the online catalog for more information on noncredit CDCP certificates at: https://w .l citycollege.edu/Academic-Departments/Noncredit-Adult-wwa Education/Degrees-Certificates or consult with a Noncredit Program Counselor.
Drop and Repeats
Unless this section is designated as a managed enrolled transition cohort, this is an open-entry noncredit class. Students may add the class at any time if there is space available. Noncredit courses are repeatable.
For all important dates make sure to visit http://www.lacitycollege.edu/services/admissions/dates.html
Attendance Policy
Students who are registered and miss the first time the class meets may lose their right to a place in the class. Whenever students are absent more than 10% of the total meeting days of the class, the instructor may exclude them from class. If the instructor determines that there are no mitigating circumstances that may justify the absences, the instructor may exclude a student from the class. Students are responsible for officially dropping a class that they stop attending. Students may re-add the class at any time if there is space available
Financial Aid
Noncredit Courses are FREE and not eligible for Financial Aid. Students who enroll in noncredit and credit courses at the same time: If you need help paying for books and other college expenses, call the Financial Aid Office at (323) 953-4000 ext.2010, visit at http://www.lacitycollege.edu/Admissions/Financial-Aid/Department-Home, or email finaid@lacitycollege.edu.
Accommodations
Students with a verified disability who may need authorized accommodation(s) for this class are encouraged to notify the instructor and the Office of Special Services (323-953-4000, ext.2270 or email oss@lacitycollege.edu).
Visit OSS on Cranium Café https://lacc.craniumcafe.com/ or
the OSS website: http://lacitycollege.edu/Resources/Office-Special-Services/
Library
The LACC Library provides online access to databases, eBooks, full-text articles, streaming videos, research skills workshops, and 24/7 reference chat for research support.
In-person services are dependent on the Covid-19 situation. Check the library webpage for updates: http://library.lacitycollege.edu
Student Code of Conduct
Violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to, the following actions: cheating on an exam, plagiarism, working together on an assignment, paper or project when the instructor has specifically stated students should not do so, submitting the same term paper to more than one instructor, or allowing another individual to assume one’s identity for the purpose of enhancing one’s grade (see LACCD Board Rule 9803.28). Penalties may include a grade of zero or "F" on an exam or paper, or even suspension from the College.
Prohibited Discrimination
The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to provide an educational, employment and business environment free from Prohibited Discrimination, as defined by Board Rule 15003. Employees, students, or other persons acting on behalf of the District who engage in Prohibited Discrimination as defined in this policy or by State and Federal law shall be subject to discipline, up to and including discharge, expulsion, or termination of contract. The specific rules and procedures for reporting allegations of Prohibited Discrimination and for pursuing available remedies are included in Administrative Regulation C-14. A copy may be obtained from the Deputy Title IX Coordinator or from the District’s Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Any member of the Los Angeles City College community, which includes students, faculty, and staff, who believes, perceives, or actually experiences conduct that may constitute prohibited discrimination, has the right to seek the help of the College. Every employee has the responsibility to report such conduct to the Title IX Coordinator or the District's Office of Diversity, Quity, and Inclusion when it is directed toward students. Potential complainants are advised that administrative and civil law remedies, including but not limited to injunctions, restraining orders or other orders, may be made available. For assistance, contact the Deputy Title IX Coordinator at (213) 891-2315, or SpeakUp@lacitycollege.edu, or Diversity-Programs@email.laccd.edu.
Wearing Masks/Facial Covering on Campus
In compliance with Health Orders from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, the Los Angeles Community College District, Board Policy 2800, approved August 4, 2021, all students, employees and visitors, regardless of vaccination status, shall wear a mask or face covering while inside any District building, classroom, library, gymnasium, facility or other indoor setting. These requirements are in place to fulfill the Board’s statutory obligation to protect its students, faculty, employees and visitors from the risks associated with the spread of infectious diseases, including the spread of the COVID-19 virus and its variants.
Students who fail to wear a mask/face covering while indoors at all LACCD colleges and facilities, including classrooms, will be asked to either comply or to leave the classroom immediately. Continued failure to comply constitutes a violation of the Student Code of Conduct as outlined in Board Policy 5500 and students may be subject to further disciplinary action. Pursuant to Education Code Section 76032, students may be removed from class for up to two (2) class sessions for refusing to wear the mask/face coverings required by this Board Policy. Further or repeated offenses may result in discipline pursuant to Education Code, Board Rules, and Board Policy.
Exceptions to the mask/facial covering requirement are that the student has a valid medical exception currently on file in their college’s Disabled Student Programs and Services / Office of Special Services (DSPS/OSS) office, such as a medical condition, including mental health or disability, that prevents wearing a mask, or, for students who are hearing impaired or communicating with a person who is hearing impaired, where the ability to see the mouth is essential for communication. To facilitate sign language use in the classroom, faculty and sign-language interpreters may remove their face covering for instruction purposes only. In such cases, faculty and interpreters must maintain six feet of distance from all others in the classroom. Should any student have an approved exemption from wearing a mask/face covering, they must also maintain six feet of distance from all others.
Course Summary:
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