Gyeongin National University of Education

Department of English Education, Spring 2023 Syllabus

Course English Communication Year Freshmen (1st year)

Instructor’s Office
Mr. Clark Office 415 Humanities Wednesdays 1-2 pm
Name Hours
Contact Cell: 010-4207-2217
Classroom 318, 332 Humanities
Information E-mail: sparkyclarky@gmail.com
1. Aims/Objectives
This course aims:
1) to develop accuracy and fluency in English so that it can be used successfully in work, social, and personal contexts,
2) to develop the skills and tools necessary to use English for everyday communication (with particular focus being placed
on the development of listening and speaking skills), and
3) to develop confidence in using English through discussions, activities, and role-plays on various topics of interest.
2. Instructor’s Expectations/Class Requirements
You are required to:
1. Come to class prepared. Bring a pen, a pencil, an eraser, a notebook, your textbook, handouts, and homework.
2. Sit in the front rows of the classroom and be ready to start on time. If you miss a class, you are expected to know
the material presented and do the assigned homework. If you are absent due to an illness, bring a doctor’s note
to the next lesson to have your absence excused (a prescription for medication is not enough). If you are late,
make sure your attendance is recorded. If a class is held by video, the video must be watched before the start of
the next lesson (within one week of the video being posted).
3. Participate actively and enthusiastically in class discussions and activities and be polite in your interactions with
your classmates and the teacher.
4. Show that you are developing by accurately using the English we are studying as a communication tool. This
includes appropriate use of conversation patterns, grammar structures, and vocabulary words.
5. Try in English first. English is the expected method of communication in this class.
6. Join Canvas and install the app on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Class updates and lecture notes will be
distributed via Canvas throughout the semester.
Students who violate the above rules will lose participation points!
You are expected to:
1. Ask questions in class and assist others.
2. Try to use your English outside the classroom.
3. Contact the instructor to ask about anything you are having difficulty with.
3. Grading
Participation and Homework Assignments.………….………..15%
Zoom Speaking Assignments……………………………….………..10%
Midterm Examination………………………………………………..37.5%
Final Examination……………………………………………………..37.5%
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Total………………………………………………………………..............100%

Participation and Homework Assignments

A late arrival will result in a 7% deduction from your participation and homework score, while an unexcused absence will result in a
20% deduction. Students are late if they arrive after roll call has started. Students who are more than 30 minutes late are considered
absent. Missing four classes is an F. Participation means actively trying to develop English skills. Students who do not actively
participate will lose points. Working on homework for other classes, texting friends, extensively speaking in Korean, and other non-
English class related activities will result in point deductions. Students who do not try to engage their partner during the class
discussions and role-plays will also lose points. Students who try to communicate in English will be considered as having met the
participation requirements for each class.

Students will be given weekly homework assignments which will be scored on effort. These will be things such as vocabulary and
grammar building exercises, listening activities, and short writing activities. Generally, missing assignments will result in a 14%
deduction from your participation and homework score, while assignments completed unsatisfactorily will result in a 7% deduction.

Zoom Speaking Assignments

Four Zoom speaking assignments will be given as pair work in the semester. These assignments involve topic-based communication
and role-plays reviewing material covered in recent lessons. The due dates of these assignments are listed on the schedule.
Midterm Examination
A midterm exam will be held in April. The exam will primarily be a written exam on all units covered in the first half of the semester.
The specific format of the exam will be announced the class before the exam.

Final Examination
A final exam will be held in June. The exam will primarily be a written exam on all units covered in the second half of the semester. The
specific format of the exam will be announced the class before the exam.
4. Textbook and Materials
Student book: Speak Now 4. By: Mari Vargo. New York: Oxford University Press, 2013.

Textbook audio files, lecture resources such as slideshows, and homework will be uploaded to Canvas.
5. Schedule
Month/
Week Topic/Content Unit/Page Language Aim Delivery Method
Day
3/6~ Introductions In-class Discussion
1 - Class goals, getting to know others
3/10 What is communication? and Activities
Asking about significant experiences, talking
3/13~ I learned a lot from… 1 – p. 2~3 In-class Discussion
2 about important events; introducing
3/17 Did you hear about…? 2 – p. 4~5 and Activities
interesting stories, asking for details
3/20~ Did you hear about…? (ctd.) 2 (ctd.) In-class Discussion
3 Describing pet peeves, sympathizing
3/24 I can’t stand it when... 3 – p. 6~7 and Activities
Zoom Assignment 1 Due Making suggestions, commenting on
3/27~ 4 – p. 8~9 In-class Discussion
4 You put up with a lot. suggestions; making invitations, declining
3/31 6 – p. 14~15 and Activities
Are you up for…? politely;
4/3~ Are you up for…? (ctd.) 6 (ctd.) Asking about career ambitions, talking about In-class Discussion
5 4/7 My short-term goal is… 13 – p. 32~33 career ambitions and Activities
Zoom Assignment 2 Due
4/10~ Asking interview questions, describing In-class Discussion
6 I’m very organized. 14 – p. 34~35
4/14 strengths and weaknesses and Activities
Review and consolidation
4/17~
7 Home study week (no class) - - -
4/21
4/24~ 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 13, Demonstrate knowledge of vocabulary and In-class
8 Midterm Examination
4/28 14 language forms studied Examination
5/1~ Midterm results In-class Discussion
9 - Storytelling
5/5 English through media and Activities
Talking about causes of stress, giving advice
5/8~ I’m overworked. 18 – p. 44~45 by talking about personal experiences; In-class Discussion
10 5/12 If I could go anywhere… 19 – p. 46~47 talking about dreams and wishes, expressing and Activities
interest and asking for reasons
5/15~ If I could go anywhere… (ctd.) 19 (ctd.) In-class Discussion
11 Asking about regrets, talking about regrets
5/19 I wish I had… 20 – p. 48~49 and Activities
Zoom Assignment 3 Due Checking in at the airport, confirming
5/22~ 25 – p. 62~63 In-class Discussion
12 Is the flight on time? information; reporting bad news, asking for
5/26 26 – p. 64~65 and Activities
I’m afraid... help or advice
5/29~ I’m afraid... (ctd.) 26 (ctd.) Comparing and contrasting alternatives, In-class Discussion
13 6/2 Do you think…? 27 – p. 66~67 giving reasons for choices and Activities
Zoom Assignment 4 Due
6/5~ Asking for opinions about issues, politely
14 What’s your opinion? 32 – p. 78~79 Video
6/9 giving opinions; understand a TV show
English through media
6/12~ 18, 19, 20, 25, Demonstrate knowledge of vocabulary and In-class
15 Final Examination
6/16 26, 27, 32 language forms studied Examination
Make up exams, Student
6/19~
16 consultations on exam results - - -
6/21
and grades
Note: This schedule is subject to change.