1. Classroom Introduction
English Debate 2
Classroom Introduction
Prof. Aaron Jones

2. Class Objectives Develop your ability to verbally communicate ideas
Practice English in various situations
Use English to compare, contrast, evaluate, and analyze situations
You will learn how to present your thoughts

3. The Class Rules Come to class! Don’t be late!
Use English most of the time. You can use Korean to help others.
All work must be your own. DON’T PLAGARIZE!
Copying other’s work, cheating, not citing sources will receive an F
You can use your cell phone in class, just not for Kakao!
Participate – this is one of your grades. Sleeping is not participating.
Most importantly, have fun!

4. Textbook
We will be using this book to develop our skills to verbally express our ideas.

5. Grading and Evaluation
Midterm exam 30% Final exam           30% Attendance % Participation/Homework/ Classwork                     15%
Total                               100%
Grading is done on a curve.
The top 40% of students can get an A/A+
30% only can get B/B+
The remaining 30% will be awarded C grade or lower.

6. Class Participation and Attendance
Classroom Participation means that you are always here for class
When working with others, be respectful
Try your best in class
Assignments must be turned in on time
Don’t be afraid to make mistakes!
Classroom Attendance
If you miss four classes without an excuse (i.e. doctor’s note), you fail the class.
If you are 10 minutes late, you will be marked as tardy
If you are 30 minutes late, you will be marked as absent

7. Resources and Class Website
Visit this website to get class materials

8. Make English Work for You!
Have Fun and Enjoy!
Make English Work for You!
Don’t Work for English!