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TEDP 378 Secondary Foreign Language Teaching Methods nfghg Instructor: Sheila K. Marquardt Phone: 612.242.4376 Email: smarquardt@monmouthcollege.edu Office Location:202 Wallace Mailbox: 209 Wallace Office Hours: TBD

Course Philosophy This course is not just a college class. It is part of your job preparation. I consider you pre-service teachers, meaning, I’m already thinking of you as teachers. And as such, I expect you to participate in this course as if it were part of your professional work as a teacher. The readings and your written work will provide a foundation for our discussions and will facilitate opportunities to question, reflect, and consult. It is my expectation that students will be active, reflective readers who will pose thoughtful questions and share critical insights that will improve the learning of the entire class. You should consider your professionalism in your interactions with each other and the instructor (I.e. Sign your emails, listen attentively, disagree professionally). Educational principles that guide this course are 1) learning is optimal when driven by authentic curiosity; 2) learning is enhanced when it builds on prior knowledge and experience; 3) learning can be both uncomfortable and rewarding as learners encounter new issues, situations, and dilemmas; and 4) learning is improved by positive collaboration.

Grading Scale Percent: 94—100: A 92---93: A- 90—91: B+ 84---89: B 82—83: B- 80---81 C+ 74—79: C 72—73: C- 70—71: D+ 64—69: D

Attendance and Participation (30%) Students are expected to attend class on time for the full class period and to actively participate in class. Active participation includes reading the assigned reading BEFORE attending class, bringing the readings to class, taking notes, being attentive, participating in class discussions and listening to comments raised by others. I encourage active discussions in an atmosphere that allows everyone to talk comfortably. There are no right or wrong questions or comments, but offensive comments directed at groups or individuals will not be tolerated. We recognize that this is a learning community, so you may ask about issues you do not understand, but please be considerate when framing your questions. If you are uncomfortable with the classroom dynamics, you should feel free to bring it up in class or talk with me during office hours. You will be asked to complete a self-assessment survey up to four times during the semester regarding your participation.

For this class, high-quality participation is characterized by the following.

What are you learning? Students demonstrate an understanding of facts, concepts, and theories presented in the class readings and other materials. How clearly do you express yourself? Students ask questions, answer questions or otherwise contribute in a comprehensible manner. How do you work with others? Students offer constructive criticism during discussions and build on each other’s ideas. Students also assume leadership and maintain active participation in small groups. How do you go beyond what is given? Students relate concepts from class to their experiences as a teacher and learner, generating new insights and applications. 5. How do you participate beyond the class meeting? Students provide thoughtful responses to the ANGEL online discussion forum, and thoughtful engagement in service learning.

Regular on-time attendance and full participation in class is critical to learning. Of course, illness and other emergencies cannot be avoided. If you are unable to attend a class session, you must contact the instructor ahead of time and make up the course work that you missed. As I’ve already done the planning in the course, you will have to propose how to make up the missed class time. Three absences will result in an Attendance and Participation grade no higher than 15 points. Three absences in the event of emergencies are acceptable. “Skipping” is not. Four absences will result in a zero grade for the course. Furthermore, you are expected to come to class on time. Two late arrivals equal one missed class. Class begins promptly at 2:00pm.

Submission instructions and Late Assignments: Students are expected to meet writing deadlines. Any work submitted after its due date will be considered late. Late papers will be reduced by one-half grade point for the first day of lateness and a full grade any time later, except in extreme cases. If you are having trouble meeting a deadline, PLEASE communicate with me, alternative options can often be made.

Writing Guidelines: Writing proficiency is a minimum requirement for satisfactory completion of this course. All written work must reflect adequate writing skills in order to receive a grade. Please edit your work carefully and check for spelling/typographical errors before turning it in. Many of you will be teachers and you will need to be able to clearly communicate ideas to parents, other teachers, administrators, community news sources, etc. In light of this, it is our policy to support you in the development of your writing. If you feel you need outside support with writing, the Writing Center can be of assistance. I may refer you there if I feel they may be of service to you. If you already know that you have weaknesses in your writing, please see me as soon as possible, so we can arrange assistance. Please do no feel embarrassed about coming to me for help – assisting you is my job as your instructor.

Submitting Documents Media Analysis assignments are due at the beginning of class unless otherwise announced. All other assignments are due by 8pm on their due date unless specified. You will post or up-load the papers on the googledocs site in the appropriately labeled folder/drop-box. Reading charts may be assigned as needed and will be due in class each Wednesday.

Formatting Your assignments MUST be formatted in this way, or I will not accept them. Standard type font (nothing fancy) 12 pt. font Double spaced Have your name, course name and section, the date and the assignment in the upper left corner single spaced: Marquardt TEDP 415 Date Assignment SAVED and TITLED: EDUC215.assignmentname.your last name.doc (ex. EDUC415.journal1.Smith.doc)

If your assignments are not submitted with the correct file name/formatting, I will send it back to you and not grade it until it has the correct name/format.

Googledocs: It is very important that you share the document with me. You must also place it in the correct folder so that I am able to return to the document. Additionally, you should allow me to edit the document so I can provide feedback.

Instructional Accommodations: The Educational Studies Department wishes to fully include individuals with special challenges in this course. Students seeking accommodations should contact the Director of Academic Support Programs at (309) 457-2214. Do not hesitate to advocate for your needs by reminding instructors of appropriate accommodations in the curriculum, instruction, or assessment for this course. Every effort will be made to maintain the confidentiality of the information you share with the instructors.

Academic Dishonesty Policy: Academic dishonesty may result not only in failure in the course, but in suspension or dismissal from the College. The following areas are violations and subject to the dishonesty charge: 1)Cheating on tests, labs, papers, etc. 2) Plagiarism, i.e., using words, ideas, writing, or work of another without giving appropriate credit. Improper collaboration between students, i.e., not doing one’s own work on outside assignments specified as group projects by the instructor.

Please refer to the policy as stated in the Monmouth College Scot’s Guide

Electronic Devices Policy: Electronic communication devices (e.g. cellular telephones, pagers, etc.) are an integral part of society today, but their presence in this class will significantly interfere with the learning environment. I request that you not use electronic communication devices in this classroom unless it is an assigned part of the course. It may be helpful to think about this in regards to your work as a teacher. A teacher would not, for example, text while teaching a class. I highly recommend that you put your phones out of site for our 50 minutes together. (I will be using my phone as a powerpoint remote and timer). There are times when we will be using computers in class. Please use standards of professionalism as a guide, and stay on task. Note that violations of this policy will result in the lowering of the final grade you earn for this course.