Republic of the Philippines

TARLAC AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY

Camiling, Tarlac

OFFICE OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

COURSE SYLLABUS FORM

Course Code: APPL 01

Course Title: English for Academic and Professional Purposes

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Semester / School Year: First Semester, S.Y. 2022-2023 universities in Asia

Breakthrough Goals
Course Description: Anchored on the challenges of
the Sustainable Development
Goals for inclusive growth,
English for Academic and Professional Purposes (EAPP) course is divided TAU will:
into two significant objectives. The English for Academic provides 1. take lead in innovative
language instructions for academic study and helps students develop teaching methodologies and
appropriate technologies to
communication skills that prepare them for social and academic create an ideal environment to
interactions. At the same time, the English for Professional Purposes allows optimize learning.
students to refine written and verbal communication skills that employers 2. advance sustainable
agricultural productivity and
find essential but are challenging to master in one's second or third improve income through
language. innovation, technology
generation, transfer, and
training; and
Specifically, the students can: 3. use Science, Technology and
(i) Define academic writing and distinguish it from other kinds of Engineering (STE) effectively
for climate change resiliency,
writing, adaption, and agricultural
(ii) Identify the purpose, audience, language, and style of academic productivity.
Instructor’s Message
writing, Please feel free to message me
(iii) Analyze sample texts using the standards of academic writing, through group chat or a direct
message; I will respond to you
(iv) Situate academic writing in the Philippine context, and at the soonest time possible.
(v) Write various types of reports. Instructor’s Contact
Details
Mobile No.:
0956.783.7194
Credit: 4-0-4
Email:
legardasobravilla@tau.edu.ph
Pre-requisite/s: None
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Target outcomes: Legarda Sobravilla

A. Midterm
Week 1-3
o determines the structure of a specific academic text
o differentiates language used in academic texts from various
disciplines
o explains the specific ideas contained in various academic
texts
o uses knowledge of text structure to glean the information
he/she needs
o uses various techniques in summarizing a variety of
academic texts
o states the thesis statement of an academic text

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o paraphrases/ explains a text using one’s own words
o outlines reading texts in various disciplines
o summarizes the content of an academic text
o writes a précis/abstract/summary of texts in the various disciplines
Week 4-6.
o forms opinions based on facts cites specific sources to support claims
o presents ideas convincingly
o uses the appropriate language for a specific discipline
o raises legitimate, contrary views in an appropriate manner
o uses appropriate critical approaches* in writing a critique such as formalism, feminism, etc.
o applies the principles of writing effective reviews and critiques writes an objective/balanced
review or critique of a work of art, an event, or a program
Week 7-10
o defines what a concept paper is
o determines the ways a writer can elucidate on a concept, explication, and clarification
o identify situations in which a concept paper may be effectively used to improve our society
o comprehends various kinds of concept papers explains and clarifies concepts in fields such as:
a. Art
b. Business
c. Law
d. Philosophy
e. Politics
f. Religion
g. Science
h. Sports
i. TechVoc
o Home Economics
o Agri. Fishery
o I.A
o ICT
o presents a novel concept or project with accompanying visuals/ graphic aids

B. Final Term

Week 11-14.
o defines what a position paper is
o identifies situations in which a position paper may be effectively used in our present society
o gathers manifestoes and analyzes the arguments used by the writer/s
o defends a stand on an issue by presenting reasonable arguments supported by properly cited
factual evidence
o writes various kinds of position papers
Week 15-20.
o determines the objectives and structures of various kinds of reports
o designs, tests, and revises survey questionnaires
o conducts surveys, experiments, or observations
o gathers information from surveys, experiments, or observations
o disseminates written forms of information from surveys, experiments, or observations

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o summarizes findings and executes the report through narrative and visual/graphic forms
writes various reports

Course Content

A. Midterm
Lesson 1. Reading Academic Texts
Lesson 2. Writing the Reaction Paper/Review/Critique
Lesson 3. Writing Concept Paper

B. Final Term
Lesson 4. Writing the Position Paper
Lesson 5. Writing the Report Survey/Field Report Laboratory/ Scientific Technical
Report

References/Suggested Reading
o Grace M Saqueton et al. English for Academic and Professional Purposes. Manila
Philippines; REX Publishing and Dist.

Teaching and Learning Activities:

o Discussions
o Reading Activities
o Dyad and Group Activities
o Reporting
o Writing Various Reports

Assessment Strategies:
Scheduled quizzes, product assessment, performance assessment
Note: Rubrics are to be included in the relevant units in the Learning Resource Package

Grading System:
Written works: 25%
Performance Tasks: 50%
Quarter Exams: 25%
Total: 100%

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Camiling, Tarlac

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Class Policies:

Practice ‘FLEXIBLE LEARNING’

F Follow your class schedule and be punctual in attending your classes, whether synchronous or
asynchronous.
L Let your adviser or the concern person be the first one to know your class dilemma, if any. Feel
free to reach out if you have academic questions or concerns.
E Encourage one another to share ideas for more learning.
X Xenial relationships are encouraged; be friendly and accommodating to one another. Learn to
stretch your arms whenever your classmate needs help, and practice teamwork.
I Idle mode is prohibited; always give your full attention and turn in your outputs on or before the
deadline.
B Be motivated to learn every day. Be kind, polite, and respectful to one another.
L Learning must continue, do not give up your studies regardless of the pandemic or any life
challenges.
E Expect regular announcements in your Google Classroom and FB Messenger Group Chat.
(Check both platforms from time-to-time to keep updated.)

L Listen attentively during the discussion and when giving instructions to comprehend and avoid
repetitive questions.
E Expect questions after discussion and be ready to answer them.
A Adapt to the new normal situation. (Online Class; Cam On – Mic Off unless permitted to
speak).
R 'Raise Hand' button is available if you wish to speak or ask a question (one person talks at a
time).
N Neat, always give your best to look neat, presentable, and dress appropriately.
I Involve yourself in class activities, whether individual, dyad, or group work.
N Never be a burden in class; always be active, participative, and cooperative.
G Give your best as your teachers do theirs, and God will do the rest.

Prepared by:

LEGARDA Q. SOBRAVILLA

Instructor I

Recommending Approval:

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TARLAC AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY
Camiling, Tarlac

OFFICE OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

KAREN A. MARIANO, MAT MARIELLA ALEXES R. ESPIRITU, MAED

Department Chairperson /Principal Chairperson, Curriculum Committee

CLAIRE ANNE A. OLIVARES, Ph.D. ARLENE V. TOMAS, Ph. D.

Dean, College of Education Director, Curriculum &Instruction

Approved:

ARLENE V. TOMAS, Ph. D.

OIC Vice President, Academic Affairs

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