Republic of the Philippines

West Prime Horizon Institute, Inc.

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College of English Language Studies

OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) COURSE SYLLABUS IN ENGLISH DISCOURSE

1st Semester, SY 2023-2024
(PRE-REQUISITE COURSE)

West Prime Horizon Institute, Inc. College of English Language Studies

College Goals
Vision

West Prime Horizon Institute envisions mature, highly-skilled and competent

graduates who live with a quality life locally and globally.

Mission
West Prime Horizon Institute is committed to provide quality education for the
21st century learners through a highly competent teachers, holistic curriculum,
and conducive learning environment with advance facilities and equipment.

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Program Outcomes Specific to a sub-discipline and a major

Program Outcomes (PO) GOALS

a b c d e
a. Demonstrate advanced proficiency in English language skills, including reading, writing,
speaking, and listening.
b. Understand how language reflects and shapes culture and be able to navigate cross-cultural
communication effectively.
c. Understand the interconnectedness of different areas within English language studies and be
able to apply insights from multiple perspectives.
d. Prepare for various career paths related to English language studies, including teaching,
writing, editing, publishing, translation, cultural mediation, and more.

COURSE CODE: ELS 107

COURSE NAME: English Discourse

PREREQUISITE: ELS 100, 102, & 103

COURSE CREDIT: 3

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course consists of in depth studies in discourse analysis based primarily on linguistic theory. The course covers
a number of different traditions in discourse research, including conversation analysis and critical discourse
analysis.

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COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Program Outcomes
At the end of the semester, the students can:
A B C D

1. Demonstrate a good knowledge of central ideas in discourse analysis, based on a good

understanding of central concepts and principles in discourse theory from a linguistic perspective.

2. Explain what is meant by discourse and demonstrate an understanding of the different definitions
of what comprises discourse.

3. Communicate an understanding of current theoretical issues and trends in discourse analysis.

4. Critically and independently apply discourse theory to texts and demonstrate an understanding of
the implications of applying discourse analytic methods to texts.

5. Recognize the implications of social and cultural contexts in the interpretation of meaning in both
written and naturally occurring discourse.

REFERENCES:

-Oxford Textbook in Linguistics: A Functional Discourse Grammar for English

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GRADE COMPONENT AND CORRESPONDING WEIGHT:
For the 1st Semester, SY 2023-2024 ONLY TOTAL SCORE........................................................40 correct out of 50 items
PERCENTAGE GRADE...........................................80%
NUMERICAL RATING...........................................2.00
FINAL RATING REMARKS …………………………………. PASSED
Prelim Grade ……………………………...20% Passing Grade = 73%
Midterm Grade................................30%
Semi-Final Grade ………………………..20%
Final term Grade.............................30%
100% % EQUIVALENT
NUMERICAL
PRELIM GRADE RATING
 Prelim Exam (to be administered face to face)..........................................20%
 Written Output ……………...........................................................................30% 97-100 1.0
e.g. quizzes, essays, case analysis, reflection paper & etc.
 Course Output/Project ….........................................................................20% 94-96 1.25
 Participation ( ………………..........................................................................30%
100% 91-93 1.5
MIDTERM GRADE
 Midterm Exam (to be administered face to face)......................................20%
88-90 1.75
 Written Output ……………...........................................................................30%
e.g. quizzes, essays, case analysis, reflection paper & etc.
 Course Output/Project ….........................................................................20% 85-87 2.0
 Participation ( ………………..........................................................................30%
100% 82-84 2.25
SEMI-FINAL GRADE
 Semi Final Exam (to be administered face to face)..................................20% 79-81 2.5
 Written Output ……………...........................................................................30%
e.g. quizzes, essays, case analysis, reflection paper & etc.
 Course Output/Project ….........................................................................20% 76-78 2.75
 Participation ( ………………..........................................................................30%
100% 73-75 3.0
FINAL TERM GRADE
 Semi Final Exam (to be administered face to face)..................................20% Below 73 5.0
 Written Output ……………...........................................................................30%
e.g. quizzes, essays, case analysis, reflection paper & etc.
Lacks requirements and/or final exam INC
 Course Output/Project ….........................................................................20%
 Participation ( ………………..........................................................................30%
100% No Grade NG
SAMPLE COMPUTATION OF PERCENTAGE GRADE FOR A QUIZ OR
EXAM
Dropped with permit Drp
Percentage Grade = raw score / total number of items x 100
Example: raw score = 40, total items = 50 COURSE REQUIREMENTS
GRADE = 40/50 x 100  4 Written Major Exams (Prelim, Midterm, Semi-Final, and Final Examination)
= 0.80 x 100  Course output/project
CONDITIONS FOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
 Active participation in all class activities.
= 80%  At least 73% passing in all exams and other graded requirement

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Prepared By: Noted: Recommending Approval: Approved:

KIM JHON D.MENDEZ MR. JUNE MARK B. CRUZ MR. CHRISTIAN E. SEBIAL MR. JOEFE P. SUSON
BAELS student Course Instructor Acting School President Chairman of the Board

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