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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN
Centre for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia (MASSA)
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Foundation in Natural and Built Environments
Module: ENGLISH 1 (ENGL 0105 / ELG 30505)
Prerequisite: None
Credit Hours: 5
Instructor: Thivilojana (603-56295624;Thivilojana.Perinpasingam@taylors.edu.my)
Module Synopsis
English 1 prepares students for tertiary studies. The module provides instruction and practice in, and assessment
of, English language skills and the discipline required for such study. This module focuses on development of
academic writing skills which includes the basic 5-paragraph essay writing for expository essays as well as
interpreting non-linear text. On the other hand, the reading skills will center on the analyses of contemporary
essay and reading texts. The other two skills which are covered in this course are listening and speaking skills.
These skills will be introduced to the students by providing them with listening tasks from talks and lectures and
basic oral presentation skills which will prepare them to converse more appropriately. At the end of the session,
they should be able to demonstrate English Language proficiency at both pre-university and tertiary level.
Module Teaching Objectives
The teaching objectives of the module are:
1. To develop basic 5-paragraph essay writing.
2. To introduce basic referencing skills.
3. To introduce and emphasize on the importance of analytical skills for contemporary essays and reading
texts.
4. To highlight the importance of listening and oral presentation skills and practice in interpreting non-linear
text.
Module Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
1. Produce a well-developed and well-organised 5-paragraph expository essay.
2. Apply correct APA style referencing techniques.
3. Analyse contemporary essays and reading texts critically.
4. Analyse diagrams/charts and extract relevant information.
5. Analyse and listen to conversations in various interactive, social, professional and academic situations.
6. Identify the main idea and gist from lectures and talks.
7. Produce an effective presentation by applying the elements of an effective speaker.
Modes of Delivery
This is a 5 credit hour module conducted over a period of 18 weeks. The modes of delivery will be in the form of
lectures, tutorials, and self-directed study. The breakdown of the contact hours for the module is as follows:
Lecture: 2 hours per week
Tutorial: 2 hours per week
Self-directed study: 7 hours per week
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Office Hours
You are encouraged to visit the instructor/lecturer/tutor concerned for assistance during office hours. If the office
hours do not meet your schedule, notify the instructor and set appointment times as needed.
TIMeS
Moodle will be used as a communication tool and information portal for students to access module materials,
project briefs, assignments and announcements.
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Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities (TGC)
The teaching and learning approach at Taylor’s University is focused on developing the Taylor’s Graduate
Capabilities (TGC) in its students; capabilities that encompass the knowledge, cognitive capabilities and soft
skills of its graduates.
Discipline Specific Knowledge
TGCs Acquired
Through Module
Learning Outcomes
1.0 Discipline Specific Knowledge
1.1
Solid foundational knowledge in relevant subjects.
1,2, 3,4,5,6,7
1.2
Understand ethical issues in the context of the field of study.
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Cognitive Capabilities
2.0 Lifelong Learning
2.1
Locate and extract information effectively.
3,5,6,
2.2
Relate learned knowledge to everyday life.
2,3,4
3.0 Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
3.1
Learn to think critically and creatively.
3.2
Define and analyse problems to arrive at effective solutions.
Soft Skills
4.0 Communication Skills
4.1 Communicate appropriately in various setting and modes. 7
5.0 Interpersonal Skills
5.1 Understand team dynamics and work with others in a team. -
6.0 Intrapersonal Skills
6.1 Manage one self and be self-reliant. -
6.2 Reflect on one’s actions and learning. -
6.3 Embody Taylor's core values. -
7.0 Citizenship and Global Perspectives
7.1 Be aware and form opinions from diverse perspectives. -
7.2 Understand the value of civic responsibility and community engagement. -
8.0 Digital Literacy
8.1
Effective use of information and communication (ICT) and related
technologies.
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General Rules and Regulations
Late Submission Penalty
The School imposes a late submission penalty for work submitted late without a valid reason e.g. a medical
certificate. Any work submitted after the deadline (which may have been extended) shall have the percentage
grade assigned to the work on face value reduced by 10% for the first day and 5% for each subsequent day late.
A weekend counts as one (1) day.
Individual members of staff shall be permitted to grant extensions for assessed work that they have set if they
are satisfied that a student has given good reasons.
Absenteeism at intermediate or final presentation will result in zero mark for that presentation.
The Board of Examiners may overrule any penalty imposed and allow the actual mark achieved to be used if the
late submission was for a good reason.
Attendance, Participation and Submission of Assessment Components
Attendance is compulsory. Any student who arrives late after the first half-hour of class will be considered as
absent. The lectures and tutorials will assist you in expanding your ideas and your assessments. A minimum of
80% attendance is required to pass the module and/or be eligible for the final examination and/or presentation.
Students will be assessed based on their performance throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend
and participate actively in class. Class participation is an important component of every module.
Students must attempt all assessment components. Failure to attempt assessment components worth 20% or
more, the student would be required to resubmit or resit an assessment component, even though the student has
achieved more than 50% in the overall assessment. Failure to attempt all assessment components, including
final exam and final presentation, will result in failing the module irrespective of the marks earned, even though
the student has achieved more than 50% in the overall assessment.
Students must attempt all assessment components including Portfolio. Failure to attempt assessment
components worth 20% or more, the student would be required to resubmit or resit an assessment component,
even though the student has achieved more than 50% in the overall assessment. Failure to attempt all
assessment components, including final exam and final presentation, will result in failing the module irrespective
of the marks earned, even though the student has achieved more than 50% in the overall assessment.
Plagiarism (Excerpt from Taylor’s University Student Handbook 2013, page 59)
Plagiarism, which is an attempt to present another person’s work as your own by not acknowledging the source,
is a serious case of misconduct which is deemed unacceptable by the University.
"Work" includes written materials such as books, journals and magazine articles or other papers and also
includes films and computer programs. The two most common types of plagiarism are from published materials
and other students’ works.
1. Published Materials
In general, whenever anything from someone else’s work is used, whether it is an idea, an opinion or the
results of a study or review, a standard system of referencing should be used. Examples of plagiarism may
include a sentence or two, or a table or a diagram from a book or an article used without acknowledgement.
Serious cases of plagiarism can be seen in cases where the entire paper presented by the student is copied
from another book, with an addition of only a sentence or two by the student. While the former can be treated
as a simple failure to cite references, the latter is likely to be viewed as cheating in an examination.
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Though most assignments require the need for reference to other peoples’ works, in order to avoid
plagiarism, students should keep a detailed record of the sources of ideas and findings and ensure that these
sources are clearly quoted in their assignment. Note that plagiarism also refers to materials obtained from the
Internet too.
2. Other Students’ Work
Circulating relevant articles and discussing ideas before writing an assignment is a common practice.
However, with the exception of group assignments, students should write their own papers. Plagiarising the
work of other students into assignments includes using identical or very similar sentences, paragraphs or
sections. When two students submit papers that are very similar in tone and content, both are likely to be
penalised.
Student Participation
Your participation in the module is encouraged. You have the opportunity to participate in the following ways:
Your ideas and questions are welcomed, valued and encouraged.
Your input is sought to understand your perspectives, ideas and needs in planning subject revision.
You have opportunities to give feedback and issues will be addressed in response to that feedback.
Do reflect on your performance in Portfolios.
Student evaluation on your views and experiences about the module are actively sought and used as an
integral part of improvement in teaching and continuous improvement.
Student-centered Learning (SCL)
The module uses the Student-centered Learning (SCL) approach. Utilization of SCL embodies most of the
principles known to improve learning and to encourage student’s participation. SCL requires students to be
active, responsible participants in their own learning and instructors are to facilitate the learning process. Various
teaching and learning strategies such as experiential learning, problem-based learning, site visits, group
discussions, presentations, working in group and etc. can be employed to facilitate the learning process. In SCL,
students are expected to be:
active in their own learning;
self-directed to be responsible to enhance their learning abilities;
able to cultivate skills that are useful in today’s workplace;
active knowledge seekers;
active players in a team.
Types of Assessment and Feedback
You will be graded in the form of formative and summative assessments. Formative assessments will provide
information to guide you in the research process. This form of assessment involves participation in discussions
and feedback sessions. Summative assessment will inform you about the level of understanding and
performance capabilities achieved at the end of the module.
Assessment Plan
Assessment Components Type
Learning
Outcome/s
Submission Presentation
Assessment
Weightage
Essay Writing Individual 1,2,3 Weekly 9 - 25%
Oral presentation Group 5,6,7 Week 13 - 25%
E-Portfolio Individual All Study Leave 10%
Final Exam Individual 1,2,4 40%
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Assessment Components
1. Essay Writing (Individual)
This assignment evaluates academic writing skills for a basic 5-paragraph process and expository type
essays. It also evaluates the student’s ability to research information to support the arguments proposed in
the essay, to cite the sources of information and also to provide a list of references.
2. Oral Presentation (Group)
This assignment evaluates oral presentation and speaking skills. It also evaluates the student’s ability to
research information and present an effective presentation of his/her research. In addition, being a group
assignment, each student will experience cooperating and collaborating with other peers as a team with a
common goal.
3. Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities Portfolio
Each student is to develop an e-Portfolio, a web-based portfolio in the form of a personal academic blog. The
e-Portfolio is developed progressively for all modules taken throughout Semesters 1 and 2, and MUST PASS
THIS COMPONENT. The portfolio must encapsulate the acquisition of Module Learning Outcome,
Programme Learning Outcomes and Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities, and showcases the distinctiveness and
identity of the student as a graduate of the programme. Submission of the E-Portfolio is COMPULSARY.
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Marks and Grading Table (Revised as per Programme Guide 2013)
Assessments and grades will be returned within two weeks of your submission. You will be given grades and
necessary feedback for each submission. The grading system is shown below:
Grade Marks
Grade
Points
Definition Description
A 80 – 100 4.00 Excellent
Evidence of original thinking; demonstrated outstanding
capacity to analyze and synthesize; outstanding grasp of
module matter; evidence of extensive knowledge base.
A- 75 – 79 3.67 Very Good
Evidence of good grasp of module matter; critical capacity
and analytical ability; understanding of relevant issues;
evidence of familiarity with the literature.
B+ 70 – 74 3.33
Good
Evidence of grasp of module matter; critical capacity and
analytical ability, reasonable understanding of relevant
issues; evidence of familiarity with the literature.B 65 – 69 3.00
B- 60 – 64 2.67
Pass
Evidence of some understanding of the module matter;
ability to develop solutions to simple problems; benefitting
from his/her university experience.
C+ 55 – 59 2.33
C 50 – 54 2.00
D+ 47 – 49 1.67
Marginal Fail
Evidence of nearly but not quite acceptable familiarity with
module matter, weak in critical and analytical skills.
D 44 – 46 1.33
D- 40 – 43 1.00
F 0 – 39 0.00 Fail
Insufficient evidence of understanding of the module
matter; weakness in critical and analytical skills; limited or
irrelevant use of the literature.
WD - - Withdrawn
Withdrawn from a module before census date, typically
mid-semester.
F(W) 0 0.00 Fail Withdrawn after census date, typically mid-semester.
IN - - Incomplete
An interim notation given for a module where a student
has not completed certain requirements with valid reason
or it is not possible to finalise the grade by the published
deadline.
P - - Pass Given for satisfactory completion of practicum.
AU - - Audit
Given for a module where attendance is for information
only without earning academic credit.
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Module Schedule
Week/Date Topic Lecture Tutorial
Info R / S.
Stdy
Week 1
26th – 30th
January
WRITING:
Subject and Outline Introductions
Writing
Essay Organizational Patterns
Planning a structure
Thesis Statements
Introductions and Conclusions
Structure of the Body Paragraph
2 2 7
Week 2
2nd – 6th
February
Essay Organizational Patterns
Introduction to topics and main ideas
2 2 2
Week 3
9th – 13th
February
Understanding &
Developing the nature and length of different essay patterns
(Process and exposition)
2 2
7
Online
Information
Retrieval
Chinese New Year Break
(16th – 27th February)
Week 4
2nd – 6th
March Using cohesive devices Revising, Editing & Proof Reading
2
2
7
Online
Information
Retrieval
Week 5
9th – 13th
March
Using academic referencing conventions and academic
language
2 2
7
Online
Information
Retrieval
Week 6
16th – 20th
March
Interpreting from non-linear sources.
Interpreting charts, tables, graphs and diagrams
2 2 7
Week 7
23rd – 27th
March
Expressing opinions on more abstract topics.
Supporting & Justifying Opinions.
2 2 7
Week 8
30th March -
3rd April
Delivering an effective presentation
Planning an Oral Presentation
Preparing an Oral Presentation
Practicing for an Oral Presentation
2 2 7
Semester Break (6th -12th April)
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Week 9
13th – 17th
April
Oral Presentation Sessions
2 2
Video presentation and
digital submission.
7
Video presentation
and digital
submission.
Week 10
20th – 24th
April
LISTENING
Listening and note taking from lectures
Listening for main ideas and supporting details. 2 2 7
Week 11
27th April –
1st May
Listening to continuous discourse from academic lectures,
talks and discussions.
2 2 7
Week 12
4th - 8th
May
Listening for specific information.
Identifying details 2 2 7
Week 13
11th – 15th
May
Stress, rhythm and intonation.
Following signpost words.
2 2 7
Week 14
18th – 22th
May
READING
Skimming for general information and scanning for particular
information.
2 2
7
Interactive
content
Week 15
25th – 29th
May
Identifying text organisational structure.
Identifying main & supporting ideas.
2 2
7
Interactive
content
Week 16
1st -5th
June
Understanding and evaluating arguments. Distinguishing
facts and opinions.
2 2 7
Week 17
8th – 12th
June
Summary Writing & Revision
2 2
7
Week 18
15th – 19th
June
Revision
E-Portfolio Submission
2 2 7
Week 19
22nd - 26th
June
Study Leave/ Final Exam
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Note: The Module Schedule above is subject to change at short notice.
References
Main References:
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2. Richards,C.,Kaur,B.,Ratnam,P.& Rajaretnam,T.(2008).Text Muet. A Strategic Approach.Malaysia:Longman.
3. Langan, J. (2008). College Writing Skills with Readings. (7th Ed.)New York: McGraw Hill.
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ed.).Australia & New Zealand: Oxford University Press.
2. Terry, M. & Wilson, J. (n.d.) Focus on Academic Skills for IELTS. Longman.
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