ESL 205/715--1, Advanced Speaking & ListeningFall, 2014, Binghamton UniversityInstructor: Trena Haffenden Office Hours: MW 10-11am, W 2-4pm, orby appointmentOffice: Whitney 322 Email: thaffend@ Class: MWF 1:10-2:10, FA 351 Credits: 4 credits (“O” general educationcourse)Course DescriptionThis course is designed to improve ESL students' listening and speaking abilities. Instruction and practice in understanding classroom lectures and discussions are provided. In addition, students work on improving their pronunciation and their ability to express complex ideas in both classroom discussions and formal oral presentations. The course focuses on class discussion, pair and small groups work with native-speaker assistants, and presentation skills. Evaluation is based on listening tasks and summaries, oral presentations, and class participation. The goals of ESL 205/715 students are as follows:∙To engage in relevant, meaningful conversations in the classroom and community.∙To exercise and refine pronunciation skills.∙To gain a clearer understanding of presentation and lecture formats.∙To practice and improve listening comprehension skills.General Education: O requirement - Oral CommunicationStudents in O courses will demonstrate:1.Proficiency in oral presentations.2.The ability to improve oral presentations in response to critiques.3.Skill in listening to and critiquing oral presentations.Required Course MaterialDale, Paulette and Wolf, James C. (2014). Speech and Communication Made Simple. 4th Ed. White Plains, NY: Pearson Education (with CD).GradingGroup/student-led discussions 30%(including news and TED talk discussions)Presentations 30%Listening Summaries 20%In-Class Assignments & Participation 15%(including mini-presentations)Attendance 5%Grading ScaleBelow is the grading scale I will use to calculate final grades.95-100 A 82-80 B- 70-60 D94-90 A- 79-77 C+ 59 and below F89-86 B+ 76-74 C85-83 B 73-71 C-Credit Hours and Course ExpectationsThis course is a 4-credit course, which means that in addition to the scheduled meeting times, students are expected to do at least 9.5 hours of course-related work outside of class each week during the semester. This includes time spent completing assigned readings, participating in lab sessions, preparing for presentations, and other course-related tasks.AttendanceAttendance is vital to your development in this class. Students who miss more than 5 classes will fail the course. If you miss a class, you are responsible for making up the work you missed. Missing class will not be accepted as an excuse for late papers or missed assignments. If you know you cannot attend class for a legitimate reason, please notify the instructor ahead of time. If you are seriously ill, submit an official doctor’s report. Follow the university’s policy regarding protecting others if you are seriously ill. Refer to Blackboard for all assignments, though the instructor reserves the right to announce additional assignments or changes in class. In addition, arriving to class late three times will count as one absence. If you must arrive late, please be considerate of others in the class by entering quietly without interrupting what is going on.Attendance will be graded according the following scale:0-1absence=5pts2 absences=4pts;3 absences=3pts;4 absences=2 pts;5 absences=1pt;6 absences=F for this courseClassroom Policies∙Electronics will occasionally be allowed in class. However, you may not use them without permission. Absolutely no texting, web-surfing, or browsing of social media in class.∙Drinks are allowed in class, but please refrain from eating. It’s hard to talk with food in your mouth.∙English only in the classroom! This means that from the moment you set foot in the classroom, you must speak English, even if the class has not officially started yet.∙All late assignments will be deducted 10% per day and not accepted after the first 48 hours. Any missed presentations will be assigned a 0 unless there are clear, documented extenuating circumstances.Public Speaking LabThe Public Speaking Skills Lab at Binghamton University is an excellent resource. It is located in the Chenango Champlain Collegiate Center room 101B but is by appointment only. More details can be found at its website: /public-speaking/index.htmlDisabilitiesStudents who wish to request academic accommodations to insure their equitable access and participation in this course should notify the instructor by the second week of class. Authorizations from Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) are generally required. We encourage you to contact SSD at (607) 777-2686 and to schedule an appointment with the Director or Learning Disabilities Specialist. Their website (/ssd) includes information regarding their Disability Documentation Guidelines. The office is located in UU –119.Mental Health ConcernsIf you are experiencing undue personal or academic stress at any time during the semester or need to talk with someone about a personal problem or situation, I encourage you to seek support as soon as possible. I am available to talk with you about stresses related to your work in my class. Additionally, I can assist you in reaching out to any one of a wide range of campus resources, including:1. Dean of Students Office: 607-777-28042. Decker Student Health Services Center: 607-777-22213. University Police: On campus emergency, 9114. University Counseling Center: 607-777-27725. Interpersonal Violence Prevention: 607-777-30626. Harpur Advising: 607-777-63057. Office of International Student & Scholar Services:607-777-2510。