Course Code:

ENGL0107
Prerequisite:


COURSE OUTLINE
Credit Unit(s): 3 Lecture Unit(s): 3
Course Title: COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS 1 Lab Unit(s): 0
Effectivity:
SY 2007-2008
Document Code:
QR AAD 011
Revision No.: 00 Issue No.: 01
Date Issued:
April 16, 2007

Prepared by:
GLENDA A. BENDANILLO
Reviewed by:
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT SECTION
Approved by:
ALMA V. DELA CRUZ, Ph.D.
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course covers English language use and usage such as grammar, diction, spelling, and
sentence sense. It also includes library orientation, study and thinking skills, and
development of oral and written communication skills as used in different social contexts.

COURSE OBJECTIVES
At the end of the semester, the student should be able to:
develop English language proficiency and accuracy.
effectively use the different tools and strategies in studying and thinking.
read, listen, speak, and write correctly and effectively.
use reference materials correctly and systematically.
develop autonomy in learning and enhance study skills.
improve communication in any given social situation.

COURSE CONTENT
I. ORIENTATION
1.1 Setting of house rules.
1.2 Discussion of the College Mission, Vision and Objectives.
1.3 Course Requirements
1.4 Grading System
II. THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE
2.1 Importance of the English Language.
2.2 Standard vs. Non-Standard English
2.3 Variants and Varieties of the English Language
2.4 English: The Global Language
III. COMMUNICATION SKILLS
3.1 The Communication Process
3.2 Elements of Communication
3.3 Words and Meanings
3.4 Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
3.5 Barriers to Communication
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Course Code:
ENGL0107
Prerequisite:


COURSE OUTLINE
Credit Unit(s): 3 Lecture Unit(s): 3
Course Title: COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS 1 Lab Unit(s): 0
Effectivity:
SY 2007-2008
Document Code:
QR AAD 011
Revision No.: 00 Issue No.: 01
Date Issued:
April 16, 2007

Prepared by:
GLENDA A. BENDANILLO
Reviewed by:
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT SECTION
Approved by:
ALMA V. DELA CRUZ, Ph.D.
This is a controlled document. Revision of this document should undergo the standard procedure. The original copy of this document is located
at the office of the Academic Affairs Department (AAD). The user should secure the latest revision of this document from the AAD office.
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COURSE CONTENT
IV. LANGUAGE USE AND USAGE
4.1 Parts of Speech: Content Words vs. Function Words
4.2 Grammar and Correct Usage
4.3 Diction, Spelling, Pronunciation
4.4 Idioms and Idiomatic Expressions
4.5 Foreign Words and Phrases
V. SENTENCE SENSE
5.1 Sentence Types and Functions
5.2 Sentence Structure
5.3 Verb Tense and Verb Use
5.4 Fragments, Run-On, Comma Splice, etc.
5.5 Dangling and/ or Misplaced Modifiers
5.6 Parallelism and Consistency
5.7 Emphasis and Variety
VI. STUDY AND LIBRARY SKILLS
6.1 The Art of Studying
6.2 Motivation and Sense of Purpose
6.3 Time Management: Key to Success
6.4 The Use of the Library
6.5 Library Classification and Book Location
6.6 The Dictionary and Other Reference Materials
6.7 The Internet and the World Wide Web
6.8 Of Studying, Research, and Search Engines
6.9 Copyright Law and Plagiarism
VII. READING COMPREHENSION
7.1 The Art of Reading
7.2 Dos and Donts of Reading
7.3 Reading Techniques / Approaches
7.3.1 SQ3R Approach: Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review
7.3.2 Outlining, Skimming, Scanning
7.3.3 Quoting, Paraphrasing, Summarizing, Synthesizing
7.3.4 Understanding Prose and Non-Prose Materials
Course Code:
ENGL0107
Prerequisite:


COURSE OUTLINE
Credit Unit(s): 3 Lecture Unit(s): 3
Course Title: COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS 1 Lab Unit(s): 0
Effectivity:
SY 2007-2008
Document Code:
QR AAD 011
Revision No.: 00 Issue No.: 01
Date Issued:
April 16, 2007

Prepared by:
GLENDA A. BENDANILLO
Reviewed by:
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT SECTION
Approved by:
ALMA V. DELA CRUZ, Ph.D.
This is a controlled document. Revision of this document should undergo the standard procedure. The original copy of this document is located
at the office of the Academic Affairs Department (AAD). The user should secure the latest revision of this document from the AAD office.
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COURSE CONTENT
VIII. PARAGRAPH WRITING
8.1 Process of Writing: Pre-Writing, Writing, Post-Writing
8.2 Meaning of Paragraph
8.3 Independent and Dependent Paragraph
8.4 Introductory, Transitional, and Concluding Paragraph
8.5 Basic Elements of Effective Writing
8.5.1 Unity: Topic Sentence, Tone, and Clinching Sentence
8.5.2 Coherence: Transitional Devices, Arrangement, Consistency
8.5.3 Emphasis: Position, Proportion, Repetition, Order
IX. PARAGRAPH DEVELOPMENT
9.1 Techniques and Styles: How to Begin a Paragraph
9.2 Techniques and Styles: How to End a Paragraph
9.3 Subordinating, Coordinating, and Synthesizing Ideas
9.4 Methods of Paragraph Development
9.4.1 Definition, Description, Analogy
9.4.2 Question and Answer
9.4.3 Cause and Effect
9.4.4 Comparison and Contrast
9.4.5 Enumeration, Examples, and Illustration
9.4.6 Elimination or Negation
9.4.7 Repetition and Parallelism
9.4.8 Combined Methods

RECOMMENDED REFERENCES
1. Summer, Jane., Smith, Brett. Communication Skills Handbook: How to Succeed in
Written and Oral Communication, 2
nd
Edition. John Wiley & Sons Ltd, 2005.
2. Deese, James and Ellen Deese. How To Study, Latest Edition.. New York : McGraw-
Hill.
3. Fernando, Habana, and Cinco. College English For Today, Book 1, Latest Edition..
Manila: National Book Store, Inc.
4. Figueras- Lucero, Adelaida et al. Communication Skills 1, Latest Edition. Quezon City:
UP.
5. Kalaw, Eva , Marilu Ranosa and Ana Ma. Gloria Ward. College Freshman English,
Book 1, Latest Edition. Manila : UST Publishing.

Course Code:
ENGL0107
Prerequisite:


COURSE OUTLINE
Credit Unit(s): 3 Lecture Unit(s): 3
Course Title: COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS 1 Lab Unit(s): 0
Effectivity:
SY 2007-2008
Document Code:
QR AAD 011
Revision No.: 00 Issue No.: 01
Date Issued:
April 16, 2007

Prepared by:
GLENDA A. BENDANILLO
Reviewed by:
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT SECTION
Approved by:
ALMA V. DELA CRUZ, Ph.D.
This is a controlled document. Revision of this document should undergo the standard procedure. The original copy of this document is located
at the office of the Academic Affairs Department (AAD). The user should secure the latest revision of this document from the AAD office.
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GRADING SYSTEM

Prelims Midterms Pre-Finals Finals
Quizzes 40% 40% 40% 40%
Class Standing 10% 10% 10% 10%
Major Exam 50% 50% 50% 50%
TOTAL 100% 100% 100% 100%
Final Grade = 20% Prelims + 20% Midterms + 20% Pre-Finals + 40% Finals