1. Welcome to Foundation English! Teacher Name 1 Teacher Name 2 Teacher Name 3 SS-3-9

2. When can I start university? Now: Level XXX 4 Levels 1 Level = 1 Semester Level 4 + TOEFL 450* = University SS-3-9

3. Testing Out: TOEFL Level 2 = 400 Level 3 = 450 Level 4 = 475 University Entrance = TOEFL 500 / TOEFL iBT 61 SS-3-9

4. Testing Out: IELTS University Entrance Now = Average 5.5 across all 4 skills SS-3-9

5. What will I study? Reading/Writing/Project = 12 hours Listening/Speaking = 6 hours Grammar = 2 hours SS-3-9

6. Assessment Exams = 60% Class work = 40% 2 Exams: Mid-Term & Final SS-3-9

7. Class Work Assessment Writing = 4 assignments for the portfolio Reading = 2 Reading projects + 2 quizzes + 2 vocabulary tests Speaking = presentation + role play/interview Listening = 2 quizzes + 2 vocabulary tests Grammar = 2 quizzes SS-3-9

8. Grading Pass = 60% A90 - 100% B+ 85 - 89% B80 - 84% C+ 75 - 79% C 70 - 74% D+65 - 69% D60 – 64% F0 - 59% SS-3-9

9. Foundation vs High School Developing: Language awareness Self- improvement Critical thinking Independent learning Time management Participation SS-3-9

10. Some Rules: English Only No Mobile Phones in Class 25%+ Absence = Barred 3 x Late = 1 x Absence SS-3-9

11. Student Services Writing Help Learning Centre Gymnasium Special Needs Careers Counselling SS-3-9

12. Foundation Clubs Movies Photography Poetry Reading Japanese Club And more... SS-3-9

13. Questions? Problems? Get Help! SS-3-9

14. Talk to your Teacher! Insert your photo here  Teacher Name Office Office Hours SS-3-9

15. Problems? Mr Mosa MFB Ground Floor 485-6360 SS-3-9

16. Head of Department Mr Robert WFB Level 2 485-6255 SS-3-9

17. Director: Dr Khalid Al Ali SS-3-9

18. I promise… XXXXXXXThis is a list that came with this template – make your own! I will trust you until you give me reason to do otherwise. I will respect you and work with you to solve problems. I will promptly correct and offer feedback on your work. I will work with you to meet learning goals. I will offer extra help and alternative assessments should you require them. SS-3-9

19. Questions? Let’s start work… SS-3-9