Course Information
 

Instructor: Ms. Gayle Feng Checkett

Office:  203 CEAC

Phone: 922-8000 ext 4574
       email: gfeng@chuck.stchas.edu
 

Reguired Materials: Understanding English Grammar, Martha Kolln
                    A good dictionary and thesaurus

Course Description: An overview of language development,  correctness, and usage in the English language

Objectives: To help students understand the system of rules underlying the grammar of English; To help native speakers of English to understand in a conscious way a system they know intuitively. To  learn a variety of presentations of these concepts to both native and non- native speakers .

Assignments: Guided Writing in Class
               Homework Exercises
               Mid Term exam/Final exam
               Quizzes as necessary
               Final Project (Sample Unit)
               Presentation (Sample Lesson)

Grading:  Your grades will be based on points from the above assignments.(You will also receive credit for in class activities and discussion; therefore, outside preparation is not only essential for your grade but for effectiveness of the entire class. In order to receive credit for late  work, advance arrangements must be made with the instructor. In order to pass the class, all major assignments must be turned in.
Format:  MLA

Attendance: Class participation is an essential part of this
course and will be reflected in your grade. See me if you miss more than  2 class periods to discuss whether or not you will be able to fulfill the course requirements.