REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES AMA COMPUTER COLLEGE TUGUEGARAO CAMPUS #37 AMA Building, Caggay Highway, Tuguegarao City,

Cagayan COURSE SYLLABUS First Semester School Year 2011-2012 COURSE TITLE: COMMUNICATION SKILLS 01 COURSE CODE: ENGLO1 COURSE CREDIT: 3 UNITS COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course covers English language use and usage such as grammar, diction, spelling and sentence sense. It also includes library orientation, study and thinking skill, and development of oral and written communication skills as used in different social contexts. COURSE OBJECTIVES: At the end of the semester, the learners should be able to: a). develop English language proficiency and accuracy. b.) effectively use the different tools and strategies in studying and thinking. c.) read, listen, speak, and write correctly and effectively. d). use reference materials correctly and systematically. e.) develop autonomy in learning and enhance study skills. f). improve communication in any given social situation. INSTRUCTIONAL COMPONENT: (see attached matrix)

COURSE CONTENT I. ORIENTATION 1.1 Setting of house rules 1.2 Discussion of College Mission, Vision and Objectives 1.3 Course Requirements 1.4 Grading system II. THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE 2.1 Importance of English Language 2.2 Standard vs. Non-standard English 2.3 Variants and Varieties of the English Language 2.4 English: The Global Language III. COMMUNICATION SKILLS 3.1 The Communication Process 3.2 Elements of Communication 3.3 Words and Meanings 3.4 Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication 3.5 Barriers to Communication IV. LANGUAGE USE AND USAGE 4.1 Parts of Speech: Content Words vs. Function Words 4.2 Grammar and Correct Usage 4.3 Diction, Spelling, Pronunciation 4.4 Idioms and Idiomatic Expressions 4.5 Foreign Words and Phrases V. SENTENCE SENSE 5.1 Sentence Types and Functions 5.2 Sentence Structure 5.3 Verb Tense and Verb Use

EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES To orient the learners regarding the policies of the institution. To give the overview of the course. To name the importance of English language in day-to-day activities. To distinguish Standard English from Non-Standard English. To determine the variants and varieties of English language.

TEACHING/LEARNING STRATEGIES Lecture

ASSESSMENT TOOL

TIME FRAME 1 1/2 hour

Lecture Shared Brainstorming Drills

Recitation Assignment

6 hours

To memorize the communication process. To identify the elements of communication. To distinguish verbal and nonverbal communications. To determine the barriers of communication. To review the rules in grammar, diction, spelling and pronunciation. To define concepts and to recognize the importance of grammar and accuracy in the English language.

Lecture Team/Group work English Learning Integration

Board/Seat Work Recitation Quiz PRELIM EXAM

6 hours

Lecture 5 minute paper group discussion Drills Games

Group discussion Recitation

6 hours

To identify errors in sentence construction and to be able to apply the principles correctly.

Lecture 5 minute paper group discussion Drills Games

Paper work Recitation

7 1/2hours

REFERENCES: 1. Summer, Jane., Smith, Brett. Communication Skills Handbook: How to Succeed in Written and Oral Communication, 2nd Edition. John Wilet & Sons Ltd, 2005. 2. Deese, James and Ellen Deese. How To Study, Latest Edition., New York:McGraw Hill. 3. Fernando, Habana, and Cinco. College English For Today, Book 1, Latest Edition., Manila: National Book Store, Inc. 4. Figueras-Lucero, Adelaida et. Al. Communication Skills 1, Latest Edition, Quezon City: UP. 5. Kalaw, Eva, Marilu Ranosa and Anan Ma. Gloria Ward.College Freshman English, Book 1, Latest Edition. Manila: UST Publishing. Prepared by: RUEL MARAMAG BAYUCAN, MAT INSTRUCTOR

Approved by:

RAQUEL S. GUMPAL, MSIT Dean