EL509:
English Grammar II (0 credits)
Chiyeko Kristin
Takayoshi, Adjunct Instructor in ESL
Spring 2005 Pasadena
DESCRIPTION:
Writing
effectively to fulfill seminary assignments assumes a solid foundation in
English grammar. However, students with limited English language proficiency
may struggle with basic sentence skills. Thus, this course targets common
grammatical errors that interfere with students' proficiency to write clearly,
accurately, and communicatively. By first recognizing specific language
problems in their own writing, students learn strategies to correct these
mistakes. Practicing grammar in the context of writing develops students'
ability not only to form a grammatical structure but also to demonstrate its
meaning and appropriate use. This 10-week course prepares students with the
skills and confidence to become independent self-editors who can write
competent English for graduate work.
LEARNING
OUTCOMES:
•
Build self-awareness of problems in one's own grammar
• Learn the correct form, meaning, and use of grammar
• Apply grammar in writing that shows greater variety and clarity
• Write sentences that are relatively free of mistakes in grammar, mechanics
and syntax
• Become an independent self-editor with greater written fluency
COURSE FORMAT:
This
class uses a communicative, problem-solution approach to grammar. Students
learn through error analysis, lectures, class discussion, small group
activities, individual exercises, and feedback conferences. Students apply
grammar lessons in regular written practice. In a Grammar Lab, students
independently refine their grammar skills with grammar software or workbooks.
Finally, regular quizzes reinforce grammar skills.
REQUIRED
READING:
Azar,
Betty S., Understanding and Using English
Grammar with Answer Key, 3rd edition. White Plains, NY: Addison,
Wesley, Longman, Inc. (Pearson Education), 2000.
Byrd, Patricia and Beverly Benson, Problem/Solution:
A Reference for ESL Writers. Boston, MA: Heinle & Heinle Publishers,
1994.
Lane, Janet and Ellen Lange, Writing
Clearly: An Editing Guide, 2nd edition. Boston, MA: Heinle &
Heinle Publishers, 1999.
RECOMMENDED READING:
Azar,
Betty S., Understanding and Using English
Grammar Workbook, 3rd edition. White Plains, NY: Addison,
Wesley, Longman, Inc. (Pearson Education), 2000.
Claire, Elizabeth, Three Little Words A, An, and The: A Foreign Student's Guide to English
Articles. McHenry, IL: Delta Systems Co., 1988.
Yates, Jean, The Ins and Outs of
Prepositions: A Guidebook for ESL Students. Hauppauge, NY: Barron's, 1999.
ASSIGNMENTS: This noncredit course is
“Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory.” Students sharpen their grammar skills in
exercises, academic writing tasks, quizzes, and a required Grammar Lab that
supplements class lessons.
PREREQUISITES:
EL504: English Grammar I
RELATIONSHIP
TO CURRICULUM: Meets partial requirements to advance within the ESL Program.
FINAL
EXAM: ESL Exit Exam.