This course is designed to improve students’ English ability through Extensive Reading (ER) activities. ER means doing a lot of reading to learn English language, especially literary works. The authentic reading materials used in this course are books for young adults, which will be used to improve EFL learners’ speaking and writing ability as well as reading ability. Reading is the most fundamental activity in achieving knowledge and reading literature especially provides an opportunity to make a student a well-rounded person. This course aims to enhance not only reading ability but also other language skills. After taking this course, students can be confident about using English. The main portion of in class work is based on discussion. Activities are largely discussion-based in class and students are required to read for every class. Following completion of this course, students will a great deal more confidence in their English reading and speaking abilities.

Completion of Basic English courses.
* Written homework will be due for every class and each class will begin with a writing assignment.

Lit Circle Homework & Vocab Work 25%
Writing Prompts 15%
Class Participation 20%
Oral Presentation 20%
Midterm & Final 20%

PDF versions of both texts will be made available for you for online usage.

Week 1: Reading and Assignments from Wonder
Week 2: Reading and Assignments from Wonder
Week 3: Midterm & Starting Legend
Week 4 & 5: Readings and Assignments from Legend
Week 6: Readings and Assignments from Legend & Final

Presently, this will be an On-line class. Tunitin.com and PLMS will be used to keep track of all homework and grading this semester.

Students are required to upload their work before class. All work must be submitted to turnitin.com 30 minutes before class or a mark of 0 will be given on that day.
Presentation topics will be based upon text. (Each student will be expected to complete at least 1 major presentation)
Students will be expected to participate actively in a collaborative group environment on a consistent basis.
In order to receive an S grade, you must have a point total of at least 90 (standard A-).
Attendance (students with 4 absences will automatically fail the course)

i) If you have a question, please ask. You can ask a question by simply raising your hand during class time, or you can ask at the end of the class. Your questions are important.
ii) Manage your time. Arrive in your classroom a few minutes before class begins, and locate the materials that you need to study. This will help you to have a more relaxed learning experience.
iii) Manage your participation. During class, restrict phone-calls and toilet breaks to ‘emergency only’. This will help you to have a more productive learning experience.
iv) Believe in yourself, and the others around you. You are part of a very special and talented team. You can make a positive difference.