Division of College Readiness

Continuing Education - Languages Department; Intensive English https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/departments/languages/

COMG 1077: Listening & Speaking Skills, Introductory | Online | #

Spring 2021 |  8 Weeks (1/18/2021-3/9/2021) Online |           

                | M-TH   11:00a.m.- 1:30p.m.

                        7 Contact Hours | 70 hours per semester

Instructor Contact Information

Instructor: Ekaterina Marchenko               Office Phone: N/A

Office:                      N/A                       Office Hours:   N/A

HCC Email: [email protected] Office Location: N/A

Please feel free to contact me concerning any problems that you are experiencing in this course.  Your performance in my class is very important to me.  I am available to hear your concerns and just to discuss course topics.

Instructor’s Preferred Method of Contact

If you need to contact me outside of class, I can be reached by email. I will respond to emails within 24 hours Monday through Friday; I will reply to weekend messages on Monday mornings.

What’s Exciting About This Course

The purpose of COMG 1077 is to increase student’s knowledge of English Language skills. The instruction includes reading, writing, listening, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. Students will have multiple opportunities to practice their oral and listening skills through conversation during class time.

My Personal Welcome

Welcome to Listening and Speaking Skills, Introductory. We are delighted that you have chosen this course. It is our intent that we provide all students with multiple opportunities to improve their English. We understand that the English skills you obtain will help with any goals and dreams you are choosing to accomplish.

ills, Introductory-We are delighted that you have chosen this course. It is our intent that we provide all students with multiple opportunities to improve their English. We understand that the English skills you obtain will help with any goals and dreams you are choosing to accomplish.

Prerequisites and/or Co-Requisites

 

COMG 1077 requires successful completion of English Language Skills 1 or Placement Test /Accuplacer test score for English Language Skills 2 / Level 1 (Intensive English) is required. Please carefully read and consider the repeater policy in the HCCS Student Handbook.

 

Eagle Online Canvas Learning Management System

 

Your instructor will let you know if Eagle Online Canvas (https://eagleonline.hccs.edu)is used in this course to supplement in-class assignment and activities.

HCCS Open Lab locations may be used to access the Internet and Eagle Online Canvas.  It is recommended that you USE FIREFOX OR CHROME AS YOUR BROWSER. 

 

HCC Online Information and Policies

Here is the link to information about HCC Online classes including the required Online Orientation for all fully online classes: http://www.hccs.edu/online/  

 

Scoring Rubrics, Sample Assignments, etc.

Look in Eagle Online Canvas for the scoring rubrics for assignments, samples of class assignments, and other information to assist you in the course. 

https://eagleonline.hccs.edu/login/ldap

 

 

Instructional Materials

 

Textbook Information

 

The textbook listed below is required for this course. 

"Pathways: Listening, Speaking, and Critical Thinking 1" (2^nd edition) by Becky Tarver Chase (Cengage).  ISBN: 9781337407717

 

It is included in a package that contains the text as well as an access code and are found at the HCC Bookstore or www.cengage.com/shop   

 

Scantron Forms (882-E) Required for Tests

  

 

 

Other Instructional Resources

 

 

Tutoring

HCC provides free, confidential, and convenient academic support, including writing critiques,  to HCC students in an online environment and on campus.  Tutoring is provided by HCC personnel in order to ensure that it is contextual and appropriate.  Visit the HCC Tutoring Services website for services provided.

 

Libraries

The HCC Library System consists of 9 libraries and 6 Electronic Resource Centers (ERCs) that are inviting places to study and collaborate on projects.  Librarians are available both at the libraries and online to show you how to locate and use the resources you need.  The libraries maintain a large selection of electronic resources as well as collections of books, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual materials.  The portal to all libraries’ resources and services is the HCCS library web page at http://library.hccs.edu.

  

Supplementary Instruction

Supplemental Instruction is an academic enrichment and support program that uses peerassisted study sessions to improve student retention and success in historically difficult courses.  Peer Support is provided by students who have already succeeded in completion of the specified course, and who earned a grade of A or B.  Find details at http://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/supplemental-instruction/.

 

 

Course Overview

 

COMG 1077 is a course designed with workplace-related topics to guide improvement of listening and speaking skills for job success and professional development. Emphasis will be placed on industry-related communicative approaches to provide presentation and practice of important listening and speaking skills to develop effective learning strategies. Students will engage in informative content while developing essential listening and speaking skills for enhanced job productivity and control of the English language. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to help students gain listening and speaking skills and to improve communication accuracy. 

 

Core Curriculum Objectives (CCOs)

 

The purpose of COMG 1077 course is to increase student’s knowledge of academic and workplace English listening and speaking skills. These skills are emphasized in everyday public and workplace communication to build structured listening and speaking tasks. The instruction includes vocabulary and pronunciation strands for practice through approaches based on diverse listening selections and conversational topics. The course is for the adult learner who has low-beginning level knowledge of the English language.

 

Program Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs)

 

The student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate comprehension and use of level-appropriate vocabulary.
2. Demonstrate fluency in conversations and discussions with classmates on an assigned topic.
3. Identify individual speech needs and set personal goals.

Course Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs)

 

Upon completion of COMG 1077, the student will be able to:

Listening:

              1.1                 Listening to audio selections adapted from authentic sources for practice

1.2      Practicing specific listening skills such as listening for main ideas, identifying examples, and identifying important points

              1.3            Synthesizing what is heard and applying it to personal experience

1.4      Increasing knowledge of pre-listening, while-listening, and detailed listening skills

Speaking:

2.1      Practicing specific speaking skills such as elaborating, asking for clarification, and giving opinions

              2.2                   Interacting in pairs or groups to increase participation and communication

2.3      Increasing awareness of features of natural spoken English such as stress, rhythm, intonation, linking, weak forms, and verb endings

2.4      Learning key vocabulary terms through world-building, collocations, and multiword verbs Pronunciation:

3.1      Distinguishing stress/rhythm/intonation features as well as troublesome consonants and vowels

              3.2       Recording, listening to and correcting students’ own speech

  

Student Success

 

Students are expected to spend at least twice as many hours per week outside of class as they do in class studying the course content.  Additional time will be required for written assignments.  The assignments provided will help you use your study hours wisely.  Successful completion of this course requires a combination of the following:

• Reading the textbook
• Attending class in person and/or online
• Completing assignments
• Participating in class activities

There is no short cut for success in this course; it requires reading (and probably re-reading) and studying the material using the course objectives as your guide.

 

Instructor and Student Responsibilities

 

As your Instructor, it is my responsibility to:

• Provide the grading scale and detailed grading formula explaining how student grades are to be derived
• Facilitate an effective learning environment through learner-centered instructional techniques
• Provide a description of any special projects or assignments
• Inform students of policies such as attendance, withdrawal, tardiness, and make up
• Provide the course outline and class calendar which will include a description of any special projects or assignments
• Arrange to meet with individual students before and after class as required

 

As a student, it is your responsibility to:

• Attend 80% or more of scheduled classes
• Participate actively by reviewing course material, interacting with classmates, and responding promptly in your communication with me
• Read and comprehend the textbook
• Complete the required assignments and exams
• Ask for help when there is a question or problem
• Keep copies of all paperwork, including this syllabus, handouts, and all assignments
• Complete the class with a final grade of 70% or more.
• Be aware of and comply with academic honesty policies in the HCCS Student Handbook

 

 

Assignments, Exams, and Activities

 

 

Exams

 

This grade includes a midterm test and a post-test. On the last day of class, we will take the Post-Test (Final), which consists of multiple-choice questions covering Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, and 10. The Pre-Test that we take on the first day of class is not included in this grade.

 

In-Class Activities

 

We will do in-class speaking and listening assignments about topics in each of the units we study. You may be allowed to use notes and electronic devices when presenting.

 

Final Exam 

 

All students will be required to take a final exam consisting of multiple-choice questions.

 

Grading Formula 

 

Midterm and Post-tests	40%
Canvas	30%
Post-Test Speaking Interview	10%
Speaking Assessments and Daily Work/Participation	20%

 

Note: Pre-Test is not included in the 80% of final grade.

 

Grade	Total Points
A	100 - 90
B	89 - 80
C	79 - 70
F	69 or Below
*FX	Failure, Non-Attendance (F1 Students, only)
W	Withdrawn

 

*FX (Failure due to non-attendance) is given ONLY to F1 students who do not attend enough courses to pass.

 

HCC Grading Scale can be found on this site under Academic Information:  http://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/student-handbook/  

 

 

Course Calendar

 

Week	Dates	Topic/What’s due
1		Syllabus Review Pre-Test Unit 1: Living for Work
2		Unit 2: Good Times, Good Feelings Unit 3:  The Marketing Machine
3		Unit 3: The Marketing Machine (Cont’d) Unit 4: Wild Weather Mid-term Test: Units 1-4
4		Unit 5: Focus on Food  Unit 6: Housing for the Future
5		Unit 6: Housing for the Future (Cont’d) Unit 9: Our Relationship with Nature
6		Unit 10: How We Communicate Final Group / Individual Presentations
7		Class Evaluation Unit Review Post-Test: Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, and 10

Syllabus Modifications

The instructor reserves the right to modify the syllabus at any time during the semester and will promptly notify students in writing, typically by e-mail, of any such changes.

 

 

Instructor’s Practices and Procedures

 

Missed Assignments

It is the teacher’s decision to allow make-up assignments or test. As a general rule, a student is permitted to miss one exam; however, the final decision is left to the instructor. Note: a make-up assignment/test is not a retake.

 

Academic Integrity

The Division of College Readiness complies with HCC’s policies on cheating and plagiarism. Cheating will result in a grade of zero on a test. Plagiarism will result in a grade of zero on that assignment. The second offense will result in a failing grade for the course. Students should be aware that the instructor will use plagiarism detection software and the internet when grading student work. Scholastic Dishonesty will result in a referral to the Dean of Student Services. See the link below for details.

 

Here’s the link to the HCC information about academic integrity (Scholastic Dishonesty and Violation of Academic Scholastic Dishonesty and Grievance): 

http://www.hccs.edu/about-hcc/procedures/student-rights-policies--procedures/studentprocedures/  

 

Attendance Procedures

To fully benefit from the class, students are expected to attend at least 80% of classes. Tardiness and absences will be closely monitored and recorded by the instructor to ensure requirements are being met.

 

Student Conduct

Students are expected to respect the instructor and fellow classmates. This means, respect of others ideas, opinions and personal space. Should a problem or issue occur let your instructor or campus CE office know immediately.

 

Electronic Devices

Cell Phones, tablets, and smart watches can be disruptive during class. Please turn these devices off or set them on mute while in the classroom or student lab. The instructor will collect cell phones during tests.

 

 

HCC Policies

Here’s the link to the HCC Student Handbook http://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/currentstudents/student-handbook/   In it you will find information about the following:

 

Academic Information	Incomplete Grades
Academic Support	International Student Services
Attendance, Repeating Courses, and Withdrawal	Health Awareness
Career Planning and Job Search	Libraries/Bookstore
Childcare	Police Services & Campus Safety
disAbility Support Services	Student Life at HCC
Electronic Devices	Student Rights and Responsibilities
Equal Educational Opportunity	Student Services
Financial Aid TV (FATV)	Testing
General Student Complaints	Transfer Planning
Grade of FX	Veteran Services

EGLS³

The EGLS³ (Evaluation for Greater Learning Student Survey System) will be available for most courses near the end of the term until finals start.  This brief survey will give invaluable information to your faculty about their teaching.  Results are anonymous and will be available to faculty and division chairs after the end of the term.  EGLS³ surveys are only available for the Fall and Spring semesters.  EGLS3 surveys are not offered during the Summer semester due to logistical constraints.

http://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/egls3-evaluate-your-professors/  

 

Campus Carry Link

Here’s the link to the HCC information about Campus Carry: http://www.hccs.edu/departments/police/campus-carry/

 

HCC Email Policy

When communicating via email, HCC requires students to communicate only through the HCC email system to protect your privacy.  If you have not activated your HCC student email account, you can go to HCC Eagle ID and activate it now.  You may also use Canvas Inbox to communicate.

 

Housing and Food Assistance for Students 

Any student who faces challenges securing their foods or housing and believes this may affect their performance in the course is urged to contact the Dean of Students at their college for support. Furthermore, please notify the professor if you are comfortable in doing so.   

This will enable HCC to provide any resources that HCC may possess.

 

 

Office of Institutional Equity

 

Use the link below to access the HCC Office of Institutional Equity, Inclusion, and Engagement (http://www.hccs.edu/departments/institutional-equity/) 

 

disAbility Services 

HCC strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible.  If you anticipate or experience academic barriers based on your disability (including mental health, chronic or temporary medical conditions), please meet with a campus Abilities Counselor as soon as possible in order to establish reasonable accommodations.  Reasonable accommodations are established through an interactive process between you, your instructor(s) and Ability Services.  It is the policy and practice of HCC to create inclusive and accessible learning environments consistent with federal and state law.  For more information, please go to http://www.hccs.edu/support-services/disability-services/  

 

Title IX

Houston Community College is committed to cultivating an environment free from inappropriate conduct of a sexual or gender-based nature including sex discrimination, sexual assault, sexual harassment, and sexual violence.  Sex discrimination includes all forms of sexual and gender-based misconduct and violates an individual’s fundamental rights and personal dignity.  Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex-including pregnancy and parental status in educational programs and activities.  If you require an accommodation due to pregnancy please contact an Abilities Services Counselor.  The Director of EEO/Compliance is designated as the Title IX Coordinator and Section 504 Coordinator.  All inquiries concerning HCC policies, compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and regulations (such as Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504), and complaints may be directed to:

 

David Cross

Director EEO/Compliance

Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity

3100 Main

(713) 718-8271

Houston, TX 77266-7517 or [email protected] http://www.hccs.edu/departments/institutional-equity/title-ix-know-your-rights/  

 

 

Office of the Dean of Students

Contact the office of the Dean of Students to seek assistance in determining the correct complaint procedure to follow or to identify the appropriate academic dean or supervisor for informal resolution of complaints.

 

https://www.hccs.edu/about-hcc/procedures/student-rights-policies--procedures/studentcomplaints/speak-with-the-dean-of-students/

 

 

Department Chair Contact Information

Maria Bazan-Myrick, [email protected], (713) 718-5557