This document provides information about the English 1 module offered at Taylor's University. The module aims to prepare students for tertiary studies by developing their academic writing, reading, listening, and speaking skills in English. It will focus on 5-paragraph essay writing, analyzing contemporary texts, and developing oral presentation abilities. The module is worth 5 credit hours and will be delivered through lectures, tutorials, and self-study over 18 weeks. Students will be assessed through their class participation and assignments. They must attend at least 80% of classes and complete all assessments to pass. Policies on late submission, plagiarism, and student-centered learning are also outlined.
This document provides information about the English 1 module offered at Taylor's University. The module aims to prepare students for tertiary studies by developing their academic writing, reading, listening, and speaking skills in English. It will focus on 5-paragraph essay writing, analyzing contemporary texts, and developing oral presentation abilities. The module is worth 5 credit hours and will be delivered through lectures, tutorials, and self-study over 18 weeks. Students will be assessed through their class participation and assignments. They must attend at least 80% of classes and complete all assessments to pass. Policies on late submission, plagiarism, and student-centered learning are also outlined.
This document provides information about the English 1 module offered at Taylor's University. The module aims to prepare students for tertiary studies by developing their academic writing, reading, listening, and speaking skills in English. It will focus on 5-paragraph essay writing, analyzing contemporary texts, and developing oral presentation abilities. The module is worth 5 credit hours and will be delivered through lectures, tutorials, and self-study over 18 weeks. Students will be assessed through their class participation and assignments. They must attend at least 80% of classes and complete all assessments to pass. Policies on late submission, plagiarism, and student-centered learning are also outlined.
This document provides information about the English 1 module offered at Taylor's University. The module aims to prepare students for tertiary studies by developing their academic writing, reading, listening, and speaking skills in English. It will focus on 5-paragraph essay writing, analyzing contemporary texts, and developing oral presentation abilities. The module is worth 5 credit hours and will be delivered through lectures, tutorials, and self-study over 18 weeks. Students will be assessed through their class participation and assignments. They must attend at least 80% of classes and complete all assessments to pass. Policies on late submission, plagiarism, and student-centered learning are also outlined.
Module Synopsis English 1 prepares students for tertiary studies. The module provides instruction and practice in, and assessment of, English language skills and the discipline required for such study. This module focuses on development of academic writing skills which includes the basic 5-paragraph essay writing for expository essays as well as interpreting non-linear text. On the other hand, the reading skills will center on the analyses of contemporary essay and reading texts. The other two skills which are covered in this course are listening and speaking skills. These skills will be introduced to the students by providing them with listening tasks from talks and lectures and basic oral presentation skills which will prepare them to converse more appropriately. At the end of the session, they should be able to demonstrate English Language proficiency at both pre-university and tertiary level. Module Teaching Objectives The teaching objectives of the module are: 1. To develop basic 5-paragraph essay writing. 2. To introduce basic referencing skills. 3. To introduce and emphasize on the importance of analytical skills for contemporary essays and reading texts. 4. To highlight the importance of listening and oral presentation skills and practice in interpreting non-linear text. Module Learning Outcomes 1.
Upon successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
Produce a well-developed and well-organised 5-paragraph expository essay. 2. Apply correct APA style referencing techniques. 3. Analyse contemporary essays and reading texts critically. 4. Analyse diagrams/charts and extract relevant information. 5. Analyse and listen to conversations in various interactive, social, professional and academic situations. 6. Identify the main idea and gist from lectures and talks. 7. Produce an effective presentation by applying the elements of an effective speaker. Modes of Delivery
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This is a 5 credit hour module conducted over a period of 18 weeks. The modes of delivery will be in the form of lectures, tutorials, and self-directed study. The breakdown of the contact hours for the module is as follows:
Lecture: Tutorial: Self-directed study:
2 hours per week
2 hours per week 7 hours per week
Office Hours
You are encouraged to visit the instructor/lecturer/tutor concerned for assistance during office hours. If the office hours do not meet your schedule, notify the instructor and set appointment times as needed.
TIMeS Moodle will be used as a communication tool and information portal for students to access module materials, project briefs, assignments and announcements.
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Taylors Graduate Capabilities (TGC)
The teaching and learning approach at Taylors University is focused on developing the Taylors Graduate Capabilities (TGC) in its students; capabilities that encompass the knowledge, cognitive capabilities and soft skills of its graduates. TGCs Acquired Discipline Specific Knowledge Through Module Learning Outcomes 1.0 1.1 1.2
2.0 2.1 2.2 3.0 3.1 3.2
4.0 4.1 5.0 5.1 6.0
Discipline Specific Knowledge
1,2, 3,4,5,6,7 Solid foundational knowledge in relevant subjects. Understand ethical issues in the context of the field of study. Cognitive Capabilities
Lifelong Learning Locate and extract information effectively. Relate learned knowledge to everyday life.
3,5,6, 2,3,4
Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
Learn to think critically and creatively. Define and analyse problems to arrive at effective solutions. Soft Skills Communication Skills Communicate appropriately in various setting and modes.
Interpersonal Skills Understand team dynamics and work with others in a team.
Intrapersonal Skills
6.1
Manage one self and be self-reliant.
6.2
Reflect on ones actions and learning.
6.3
Embody Taylor's core values.
7.0
Citizenship and Global Perspectives
7.1
Be aware and form opinions from diverse perspectives.
7.2
Understand the value of civic responsibility and community engagement.
8.0 8.1
Digital Literacy Effective use of information and communication (ICT) and related technologies.
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General Rules and Regulations
Late Submission Penalty The School imposes a late submission penalty for work submitted late without a valid reason e.g. a medical certificate. Any work submitted after the deadline (which may have been extended) shall have the percentage grade assigned to the work on face value reduced by 10% for the first day and 5% for each subsequent day late. A weekend counts as one (1) day. Individual members of staff shall be permitted to grant extensions for assessed work that they have set if they are satisfied that a student has given good reasons. Absenteeism at intermediate or final presentation will result in zero mark for that presentation. The Board of Examiners may overrule any penalty imposed and allow the actual mark achieved to be used if the late submission was for a good reason. Attendance, Participation and Submission of Assessment Components Attendance is compulsory. Any student who arrives late after the first half-hour of class will be considered as absent. The lectures and tutorials will assist you in expanding your ideas and your assessments. A minimum of 80% attendance is required to pass the module and/or be eligible for the final examination and/or presentation. Students will be assessed based on their performance throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend and participate actively in class. Class participation is an important component of every module. Students must attempt all assessment components. Failure to attempt assessment components worth 20% or more, the student would be required to resubmit or resit an assessment component, even though the student has achieved more than 50% in the overall assessment. Failure to attempt all assessment components, including final exam and final presentation, will result in failing the module irrespective of the marks earned, even though the student has achieved more than 50% in the overall assessment. Students must attempt all assessment components including Portfolio. Failure to attempt assessment components worth 20% or more, the student would be required to resubmit or resit an assessment component, even though the student has achieved more than 50% in the overall assessment. Failure to attempt all assessment components, including final exam and final presentation, will result in failing the module irrespective of the marks earned, even though the student has achieved more than 50% in the overall assessment. Plagiarism (Excerpt from Taylors University Student Handbook 2013, page 59) Plagiarism, which is an attempt to present another persons work as your own by not acknowledging the source, is a serious case of misconduct which is deemed unacceptable by the University. "Work" includes written materials such as books, journals and magazine articles or other papers and also includes films and computer programs. The two most common types of plagiarism are from published materials and other students works. 1. Published Materials In general, whenever anything from someone elses work is used, whether it is an idea, an opinion or the results of a study or review, a standard system of referencing should be used. Examples of plagiarism may include a sentence or two, or a table or a diagram from a book or an article used without acknowledgement.
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Serious cases of plagiarism can be seen in cases where the entire paper presented by the student is copied from another book, with an addition of only a sentence or two by the student. While the former can be treated as a simple failure to cite references, the latter is likely to be viewed as cheating in an examination. Though most assignments require the need for reference to other peoples works, in order to avoid plagiarism, students should keep a detailed record of the sources of ideas and findings and ensure that these sources are clearly quoted in their assignment. Note that plagiarism also refers to materials obtained from the Internet too. 2. Other Students Work Circulating relevant articles and discussing ideas before writing an assignment is a common practice. However, with the exception of group assignments, students should write their own papers. Plagiarising the work of other students into assignments includes using identical or very similar sentences, paragraphs or sections. When two students submit papers that are very similar in tone and content, both are likely to be penalised. Student Participation Your participation in the module is encouraged. You have the opportunity to participate in the following ways:
Your ideas and questions are welcomed, valued and encouraged.
Your input is sought to understand your perspectives, ideas and needs in planning subject revision.
You have opportunities to give feedback and issues will be addressed in response to that feedback.
Do reflect on your performance in Portfolios.
Student evaluation on your views and experiences about the module are actively sought and used as an integral part of improvement in teaching and continuous improvement. Student-centered Learning (SCL)
The module uses the Student-centered Learning (SCL) approach. Utilization of SCL embodies most of the principles known to improve learning and to encourage students participation. SCL requires students to be active, responsible participants in their own learning and instructors are to facilitate the learning process. Various teaching and learning strategies such as experiential learning, problem-based learning, site visits, group discussions, presentations, working in group and etc. can be employed to facilitate the learning process. In SCL, students are expected to be:
active in their own learning;
self-directed to be responsible to enhance their learning abilities;
able to cultivate skills that are useful in todays workplace;
active knowledge seekers;
active players in a team.
Types of Assessment and Feedback
You will be graded in the form of formative and summative assessments. Formative assessments will provide information to guide you in the research process. This form of assessment involves participation in discussions and feedback sessions. Summative assessment will inform you about the level of understanding and performance capabilities achieved at the end of the module. Assessment Plan English 1 (ENGL 0105 / ELG 30505) August, 2014
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Essay Writing
Individual
Learning Outcome/s 1,2,3
Oral presentation
Group
5,6,7
E-Portfolio
Individual
All
Final Exam
Individual
1,2,4
Assessment Components
Type
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Assessment Weightage
Submission
Presentation
Weekly 7
25%
Week 13
25%
Study Leave
10% 40%
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Assessment Components 1. Essay Writing (Individual) This assignment evaluates academic writing skills for a basic 5-paragraph process and expository type essays. It also evaluates the students ability to research information to support the arguments proposed in the essay, to cite the sources of information and also to provide a list of references. 2. Oral Presentation (Group) This assignment evaluates oral presentation and speaking skills. It also evaluates the students ability to research information and present an effective presentation of his/her research. In addition, being a group assignment, each student will experience cooperating and collaborating with other peers as a team with a common goal. 3. Taylors Graduate Capabilities Portfolio Each student is to develop an e-Portfolio, a web-based portfolio in the form of a personal academic blog. The e-Portfolio is developed progressively for all modules taken throughout Semesters 1 and 2, and MUST PASS THIS COMPONENT. The portfolio must encapsulate the acquisition of Module Learning Outcome, Programme Learning Outcomes and Taylors Graduate Capabilities, and showcases the distinctiveness and identity of the student as a graduate of the programme. Submission of the E-Portfolio is COMPULSARY.
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Marks and Grading Table (Revised as per Programme Guide 2013)
Assessments and grades will be returned within two weeks of your submission. You will be given grades and necessary feedback for each submission. The grading system is shown below: Grade
Marks
Grade Points
Definition
Description
80 100
4.00
Excellent
Evidence of original thinking; demonstrated outstanding
capacity to analyze and synthesize; outstanding grasp of module matter; evidence of extensive knowledge base.
A-
75 79
3.67
Very Good
Evidence of good grasp of module matter; critical capacity
and analytical ability; understanding of relevant issues; evidence of familiarity with the literature.
B+
70 74
3.33 Good
Evidence of grasp of module matter; critical capacity and
analytical ability, reasonable understanding of relevant issues; evidence of familiarity with the literature.
Pass
Evidence of some understanding of the module matter;
ability to develop solutions to simple problems; benefitting from his/her university experience.
Marginal Fail
Evidence of nearly but not quite acceptable familiarity with
module matter, weak in critical and analytical skills.
65 69
3.00
B-
60 64
2.67
C+
55 59
2.33
50 54
2.00
D+
47 49
1.67
44 46
1.33
D-
40 43
1.00
0 39
0.00
Fail
Insufficient evidence of understanding of the module
matter; weakness in critical and analytical skills; limited or irrelevant use of the literature.
WD
Withdrawn
Withdrawn from a module before census date, typically
mid-semester.
F(W)
0.00
Fail
Withdrawn after census date, typically mid-semester.
An interim notation given for a module where a student has not completed certain requirements with valid reason or it is not possible to finalise the grade by the published deadline.
IN
Incomplete
Pass
Given for satisfactory completion of practicum.
AU
Audit
Given for a module where attendance is for information
only without earning academic credit.
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Module Schedule
Lecture
Tutorial
Info R / S. Stdy
WRITING: Subject and Outline Introductions Writing Essay Organizational Patterns Planning a structure Thesis Statements Introductions and Conclusions Structure of the Body Paragraph
Essay Organizational Patterns
Introduction to topics and main ideas
Week/Date
Topic
Week 1 4th 7th August
Week 2 11th 14th August Week 3 th
th
18 21 August
Understanding & Developing the nature and length of different essay patterns (Process and exposition)
7 Online Information Retrieval
Week 4 th
25 28 August
th
Using cohesive devices Revising, Editing & Proof Reading
7 Online Information Retrieval
7 Online Information Retrieval
Week 5 1st 4th September
Using academic referencing conventions and academic
language
Week 6 8th 11th September
Interpreting from non-linear sources.
Interpreting charts, tables, graphs and diagrams
Week 7 15th 18th September
Expressing opinions on more abstract topics.
Supporting & Justifying Opinions.
2 Video presentation and digital submission.
7 Video presentation and digital
Week 8 22nd - 25th September
Delivering an effective presentation
Planning an Oral Presentation Preparing an Oral Presentation Practicing for an Oral Presentation
Week 9 Oral Presentation Sessions 29thSeptember - 2nd October
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submission. Week 10 6th 9th October
LISTENING Listening and note taking from lectures Listening for main ideas and supporting details.
Listening for specific information.
Identifying details
Stress, rhythm and intonation.
Following signpost words.
7 Interactive content
7 Interactive content
Week 11 13th 16th October 19/10 26/10
Listening to continuous discourse from academic lectures,
talks and discussions.
Mid-term break (Non-contact week)
Week 12 27th - 30th October Week 13 3rd 6th November Week 14 10th 13th November Week 15 17th 20th November Week 16
READING Skimming for general information and scanning for particular information. Identifying text organisational structure. Identifying main & supporting ideas.
Understanding and evaluating arguments. Distinguishing
facts and opinions.
24th -27th November Week 17
2 Summary Writing & Revision 2
1st 4th December Week 18 8th 11th December
Revision
e-Portfolio Submission
Week 19 9th - 13th December
Study Leave
Week 20 16th - 20th December
Final Exam
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Note: The Module Schedule above is subject to change at short notice.
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