English as a Second Language Program Fall 2012 Instructor: Ritu Jain Class Time: 8.30 11.30 E-mail: rtujain@hotmail.

.com COURSE OUTLINE Spoken English (ESL 411)

REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS 1) Communicating Effectively in English , 2nd edition - Porter, Grant, and Draper 2) American Accent Training: Grammar (2009 edition) Cook SUPPLEMENTAL TEXTBOOK (to be advised by instructor) 3) American Accent Training (2012 edition) Cook Grammar, presentation & pronunciation skills: STUDENT OBJECTIVES 1. to develop accuracy in use of grammatical structures, vocabulary, and methods of organization in both prepared and impromptu oral presentations; 2. to develop and use nonverbal communication as used internationally; (AA) 3. to understand the differences between idiomatic speech, slang and colloquial expressions and use them in appropriate settings; 4. to practice effective group discussion skills; (CEE) 5. to learn to organize, prepare and present formal speech presentations; (CEE) 6. to understand the features of and differences between local culture and other cultures by means of classroom discussion and presentations; Instructor 7. to complete four oral presentations: two individual (Demonstration CEE p 66 (unassessed), Problem Solving CEE p. 151(graded)); one group presentation; and one panel discussion (CEE p. 107), at least one of which will be videotaped. 8. to become aware of and correct individual problems with pronunciation, stress, intonation, and first language interference that may hinder effective communication; (AA) 9. to improve listening and speaking skills for the university context, professional settings, and everyday situations. (CEE) REQUIREMENTS Attendance; homework assignments; class participation in activities (role plays, discussions, panel discussions, etc.); oral presentations (individual and group); written work related to speeches; pronunciation practice; and quizzes on idioms. All of these will be graded and will factor into the final grade. ATTENDANCE & DEPORTMENT

Attendance in ESL 411 is compulsory and is necessary for successful completion of the course. Students who are absent three times will lose a full letter grade from their final grade (e.g., B becomes C). Students who are absent four times or more will receive an automatic failing grade, regardless of their performance on other assessments. In keeping with UB attendance policy, students are expected to take responsibility for their own attendance. Therefore, no penalty will be imposed for the first two absences, nor will MCs be accepted to excuse any absences. If you have a diagnosed disability (physical, learning or psychological) which will make it difficult for you to carry out the course work as outlined, or which requires accommodations such as recruiting note takers, readers, or extended time on exams and/or assignments, please advise the instructor during the first two weeks of the course to review possible arrangements for reasonable accommodations. 1. Punctuality Class starts promptly on time and late arrival will influence participation grades. This rule will be strictly enforced: Late within first 5 minutes L (2Ls equal one absence) Arrival after 10 minutes absent (strictly enforced). 2. Use of Electronic Devices All mobile phones must be turned off and left in bags. Students are requested to keep all mobile devices out of sight. Use of laptops, when necessary for class work, is purely for academic purposes and surfing the Internet for other reasons will also reflect negatively on participation marks. 3. Class participation Active participation in class discussions and exhibition of team spirit in the pursuit of academic enquiry will positively influence participation marks. Collaborative learning, where consistently demonstrated (through responsible and constructive peer review for instance) will be positively rewarded. GRADING No Incompletes (I) will be given in this course. A final grade of less than 65% is a failing grade. Grades will be determined as follows: -- Attendance and Class Participation -- 2 Individual Oral Presentations --1 Group Project and Presentation --1 Panel Discussion and Critique --Homework/written assignments --Written quizzes & project reports 20% (one graded) 20% 20% 10% 10% 100% 20%

UB STATEMENT OF PRINCIPLE ON ACADEMIC INTEGRITY The University has a responsibility to promote academic honesty and integrity and to develop procedures to deal effectively with instances of academic dishonesty. Students are responsible for the honest completion and representation of their work, for the appropriate citation of sources, and for respect for others' academic endeavors. By placing their name on academic work, students certify the originality of all work not otherwise identified by appropriate acknowledgments. TOPICS TO BE COVERED: 1. Conversational speech communication: interviewing, brainstorming, the role of the listener, discussion gambits (language functions). 2. Organizing and developing ideas: gathering speech materials, outlining, forms of support, speech openings and conclusions, language and style, vocabulary, audience analysis. 3. Nonverbal communication: demonstration, visual aids, and cultural differences. 4. Types of speech communication: demonstration and argumentative speeches. 5. Group and public communication: panel discussion, in-class discussions, role-plays, group communication exercises. 6. Pronunciation practice and improvement: in-class and in Open Language Lab; finding and working on problem areas in speech production (pronunciation, stress, intonation, etc.). 7. Accent reduction 8. Code-switching & elements of Standard International English : idiomatic expressions, slang and colloquialisms; lexical component biz communication phrases

ESL 411 Fall 2012 SYLLABUS: SECTIONS Week Dates 1. 9 Aug 28

T UESDAYS AND T HURSDAYS Chapter/Readings CEE

Topics/Assessments/Deadlines Introductions Presentations (ungraded): understanding your audience and being understood Brainstorming; gathering and reporting information Delivering/reporting: posture, movement, expressions & gestures; visual aids Nervousness, eye contact, spontaneity, humour, voice, audience engagement. Group Presentations (I): demonstration Pronunciation practice and improvement Segmental sounds (/n/, /r/, /l/, /v/) Active listening Problem Solving Selecting topics, describing problems and solutions Formal vs Informal audience analysis Segmental sounds /z/; /p/, /b/, /f/) Introductions, transitions, support and conclusions Segmental sounds /v/, /s/, /z/) Evaluating outlines Segmental sounds: consonant clusters; long and short vowels. Individual Presentations (II): problem solving Individual Presentations (II): problem solving

Aug 30 2. 10 Sept 4 Sept 6 3. 3 Sept 11 Sept 13 4. 4 Sept 18

HW: bring one example of an effective speaker and one of the opposite. Research on a culture of your choice HW: submission of written report Cultural practices AA

CEE HW: submit topic of problem and proposed solution language; AA AA/CEE Submit draft of presentation

Sept 20 5. 5 Sept 25

Sept 27 7. 6 Oct 2 Oct 4

Group & Instructor assessed

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Oct 9

Oct 11 11. Oct 16 Oct 18 13. 9 Oct 23 Oct 25 15. 10 Oct 30 Nov 01 17. 11 Nov 6 Nov 8 19. 12 Nov 13 Nov 15 21. 13 Nov 20 Nov 22

Organizing and developing ideas gathering speech materials, outlining. Suprasegmentals: linking & reduction, stress & intonation Suprasegmentals: pitch & rhythm, contraction, exceptions. Forms of support, speech openings and conclusions Language and style; vocabulary Business English Quiz: English Grammar Elements of persuasion Language and style: Singlish vs English Grammar Quiz: idiomatic speech, colloquialisms and slang Language and style: accurate grammatical structures & vocabulary; formal and informal speech Panel Discussion (III) - videotaped Panel Discussion (III) videotaped

HW: submission of transcribed speech for common local errors

Group work on panel discussion - prep

Submission of key points for discussion

Submission of report (self-evaluation of Presentation 1 to Panel Discussion)

HOLIDAY - DIWALI Panel Discussion (III) - videotaped Critique and feedback Feedback and Farewell Submission of report (self-evaluation) Submission of report (self-evaluation)

Please ensure you have a ready supply of note cards at all times.