Welcome to English class! Leanna Class/level Day/time of class

Introductions Name Favorite color Favorite activity My name is Leanna, my favorite color is orange, and I like learning languages. Leanna

Student expectations Come prepared to learn English Come to class on time Bring pencils, books, etc. Do your homework No plagiarism (copying) Be ready to speak, read, write, and listen to English Classes without A/V support: break into three groups: Student expectations, Teacher expectations, and Homework expectations

Student expectations (continued) Respect your teacher and other students Be kind to other people (words and actions) Don’t make fun of mistakes Be patient Raise your hand to speak

Teacher expectations Be prepared for class with lesson plans and activities Help all students in class Check homework Correct mistakes Explain lessons, activities, grammar, vocabulary, etc. Maintain a learning environment

Homework I will give homework 5 minutes before the end of class What kind of homework? Grammar activity Vocabulary words Writing Visit a website Practice English (listen to a song or podcast, watch a video, use a language learning app, read an article)

Grading criteria Attendance (20%) Participation (30%) If you’re not here, you can’t learn. 2 (max) excused absences with advanced notice. Participation (30%) Speaking in class is important! Participation grades can be made up with office hours. Homework assignments (50%)

HELP!! Office hours (room 121) Email Monday and Thursday 9:30-10:20 Tues, Wed, Fri 9:30-10:20 (by appointment only) Monday 1:50-2:40 (by appointment only) Email LeannaStickel@gmail.com

Questions? Do you have any questions for your teacher? Ex: Where are you from? Do you like tennis? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?

Quiz! What class is this? What are three things you can do to be a good student? What are three things I can do to be a good teacher? When will I give you homework? What are some examples of homework I might give you? Can you do well in this class if you never do homework? If you need my help, what can you do? What is my name?