WOS-02: Writing Fundamentals II

Class Synonym: 81416

Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00pm 8:30pm
Workforce Solutions
May 18th June 25th, 2015

Instructor: DERICA WOLF

Email: derica.wolf@austincc.edu
Phone: (773) 661 8477

STUDENT IDS
Your student ID card is used to access all student services. After you have been in class for
one week, please visit the Admissions Office at any ACC campus to receive a photo ID.
You will need to show a current government-issued ID for this process. Your ACCeID is your
first initial and your ACC student number. For example, Fred Pearces ACC student number
is 9005348, so his eID is f9005348.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS FOR CLASS

Notebook for journaling

File paper
Folder or binder for handouts and copies
Pens/pencils
Dictionary/thesaurus

LEARNING GOALS FOR THIS COURSE

write compound sentences
write complex sentences using subordinate conjunctions and conjunctive
adverbs
punctuation (apostrophes, other comma usage, and quotation marks)
use modifiers clearly
identify parallel structure
use transitional words
use and recognize organizational structure
write multi-paragraph responses to selected nonfiction reading
become familiar with ER rubric to evaluate written arguments, development
of ideas, organizational structure, and use of standard English
edit own writing and writing of others for grammar, punctuation, usage, and
word choice
use technology to produce multi-paragraph responses
(This class focus will be on building a strong foundation of skills for different
types of writing to include well developed and organized paragraphs in

response to a variety of reading materials and to edit writing to conform to

standard English.)
SKILLS TUTOR
You can study online to improve your skills and increase your confidence in all subject
areas for free. Visit My Skills Tutor http://www.myskillstutor.com
To log-in enter
User: Student ID # Pswd: Student ID# Site: ACC01 (zero
one)
ASSESSMENTS
Formal and informal assessments are given throughout the course to see if our instruction
is benefitting students, including:
END OF TERM ASSESSMENT The end of term assessment covers the
learning goals of this course. Passing with an 80% shows a student is ready for the next
class.
TABE TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) progress tests help us follow up
on our placement testing and maintain funding to offer classes at no charge to students.
CLASS RULES
When you completed your online application, you agreed to follow the policies and
procedures described in the ACC Student Handbook:
http://www.austincc.edu/support/pdfs/studenthandbook13.pdf. You also received a copy of
the learners contract at the Adult Education Student orientation. In addition to these
policies and procedures, students should observe the following rules:

Be an active member of your classroom community.

Be respectful to others and our classroom

Work quietly and independently when asked.

Raise your hand during class when you have questions or

something to share.

NO use of electronic devices is allowed in the classroom, unless

directed by the instructor. Please silence your cell phone.

Remain in class during class time and for the entire class period.
Disrespectful and aggressive behavior is unacceptable and will result in
immediate removal of the students name from the roster.
ATTENDANCE POLICY

Students are expected to attend class every day. If attendance

falls below 75% or a student misses the first day of class without an excuse, the student
will be dropped from the class.

Be on time. Excessive tardiness may be counted as an absence.

CLASS ENROLLMENT FOR LATER TERMS

To register for the next term, you must be in good standing. Students in good standing
have progress tested and maintained at least 75% attendance. During the last week of
most terms, you will complete the End of Class Follow-Up and discuss your options with
your instructor.

EARLY WITHDRAWAL
If you cannot complete the term, notify your instructor(s). Check the Adult Education GED
calendar for upcoming registration opportunities.

CLASS CALENDAR (Subject to change)

Week

Quiz Dates

One

Two

Three

Four

Quiz 1 May
28th

Quiz 2 June 4th

Quiz 3 June
11th

Class Instruction
Subject-verb agreement / Complete sentences and
fragments
Writing assignment #1
Compound and complex sentences / Fixing run-ons
Paragraph development main idea, topic sentence,
details
Using modifiers correctly.
Paragraph development organizational structure,
transitional words. Write multi-paragraph responses to
non-fiction reading
Writing assignment #2
Parallel structure
Write multi-paragraph responses to non-fiction reading
Editing for grammar, punctuation, usage, and word
choice
Review

Five
Quiz 4 TBD
Six

Progress testing

OTHER INFORMATION

GED Test and GED ReadyTM: The Official Practice Test pricing, locations, and
other details. Visit http://GED.com to register, schedule, and pay
ACC Adult Education Office 512-223-7532 (HBC) or 512-223-5123 (EVC)
Need extra online resources? Join Khan Academy: http://www.khanacademy.org
Letters of enrollment Available after two weeks of class. Ask your instructor for
details.
Interested in a CNA certificate or office training? Email or call Sandra Williams at
sandra.williams@wfscapitalarea.com or visit this website:
http://www.austincc.edu/abe/ace
Peierls Foundation contact: Pat Culpepper 512-223-7729 or
pculpepp@austincc.edu
Transitions Program contact: Charlene Gil 512-223-7454 or cgill@austincc.edu
GED-to-College Advisors: Irene Lee 512-223-5194 or imiller@austincc.edu,
Wilfredo Cerrato 512-223-5616 or wilfredo.cerrato@austincc.edu
Adult Ed Student Counselor: Mechelle Marler 512-223-5511, Email:
mmarler@austincc.edu
Student Accessibility Services Offices at ACC campuses. ACC offers support
services for students with documented physical or psychological disabilities. Students
with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by calling or emailing the
Adult Education Student Counselor, Mechelle Marler. Students are encouraged to do
this three weeks before the start of the semester.
24 hour information line for GED and ESL class registration 512-223-5300

PARKING PERMITS
Permits are available only for students who have class on a campus. Each student will be
issued one parking voucher per academic year. Parking permits must be hung from the
rear view mirror of your vehicle. Do not park in faculty/ staff, handicapped, or green
parking areas without a proper permit.
To Get a Parking Permit
1.
Go to this website: http://www.austincc.edu/locations/transportation-andparking/obtain-a-parking-permit.
2.
Click on Order Parking Permit Online.
3.
Enter your ACCeid and password (if you don't yet have them, get your
ACCeid and set up your password here: http://www.austincc.edu/acceid).
4.
Once you've logged in, click on Add/Edit My Vehicles.
5.
After entering your vehicle's information, click Go Back to My Vehicles.
6.
Print the page with your vehicle information on it and take it the campus
cashier's office along with your student ID card to pick up your permit.
BUS PASSES
Registered students in good standing can buy bus passes at the reduced price of $25. The
pass is good for the semester as long as you are in class. Find more information on the

Green Pass site: http://www.austincc.edu/offices/environmental-stewardship/gogreen/transportation/green-pass

LEARNING LABS: Free tutoring is available on most ACC campuses at the Learning Lab.
When you visit, bring your ACC ID card and a specific assignment you need help with. For
more information, visit the learning lab website: http://www.austincc.edu/tutor/index.php

Scale Scores / Recommended Course Level

Functioning
Level
Beginning
Literacy /
Basic
Education
(0-1.9)
Beginning
Basic
Education
(2.0-3.9)
Low
Intermedia
te Basic
Education
(4.0-5.9)
High
Intermedia
te Basic
Education
(6.0-7.9)
Low
Advance
Secondary
Education
(8.0 - 9.9)
High
Advance
Secondary
Education
(10.0-12.9)

Reading

Total Math

Language

Recommended
Course Level

0-367

0-313

0-389

Nucleus

390-490

Nucleus
to
Fundamentals I

491-523

Fundamentals I
to
Fundamentals
II

368-460

461-517

314-441

442-505

518-566

506-565

524-559

567-595

566-594

560-585

596-812

595-775

586-826

Fundamentals
II
to
Application
(Pre-Algebra)
Application
(Pre-Algebra)
to
Strategic
Thinking
(Algebra)
Strategic
Thinking
(Algebra)

End of Class Follow Up

_______

Writing Fundamentals II

Class

Class Goals
Put a check ()
by something you already have
or can do. Put an X () by
something you want to learn or
improve.
write complex sentences using subordinate conjunctions and
conjunctive adverbs
punctuation (apostrophes, other comma usage, and quotation marks)
use modifiers clearly
identify parallel structure
use transitional words
During this term I. . .
Identified any obstacles that might
affect my progress in class
Learned study skills that helped me
understand what I needed to learn in
class

What I did

Identified things Im good at doing

Identified things I still need to work on
Found resources at ACC that can help
me (e.g., AE counselor, Learning Labs,
etc.)
Got a job OR changed jobs
Explored careers OR training
Started a training course
Explored the college process
Took the GED ReadyTM or GED Test
Applied for the Transitions Program
Test

Baseline TABE score

Progress TABE score

Gain?

Reading
Language
My attendance for this class was

less than 75%

75% or

better
EOTA Score __________

I ( am / am not ) ready to progress to the next class level.

Student Signature ______________________________

Date _________________