English Language Institute
External Student Course (ELCA 102)
Course Description: ELCA 102
Course Code: ELCA Course No : 102
Pre-requisite: ELCA 101 Credit Hours: 3
Catalog Description:
This course is a Basic/Low Intermediate level of the series NorthStar, an innovative five-level, integrated skills series for learners of English as a Second or Foreign Language. It introduces the students to new structures in a variety of contexts. It also provides the students with stimulating topics for the readings that are varied in tone and up-to-date.
Course Objective:
Upon completion of the course, the students will understand both form and content of the language at the lower intermediate level. They will be able to identify grammatically correct structures in natural contexts. Also, they will be able to recognize both form and meaning of new structures that are provided in numerous and varied exercises. In addition, the students will acquire the linguistic competence to explore sophisticated themes and reinforce vocabulary.
Required textbook:
NorthStar : Reading &Writing, Basic/Low Intermediate, Middle East Edition, 2007
Author: Natasha Haugnes & Beth Maher
Publisher: Pearson Education, Inc 2008
Chapters: (1-10)
Book Description:
The reading book includes reading strategies, predicting activities for recognizing the general context and main ideas for a reading and activities that help the students recognize supporting details. Grammar includes descriptive and possessive adjectives, simple past tense, present progressive, Wh- questions, verbs plus gerunds and infinitives, adverbs and expressions of
frequency, count and non-count nouns, can and could, should and shouldn't, and expressing future plans with be going to and present progressive.
Title Pages
Unit 1 Finding the Ideal Job 1 to 18
Unit 2 Country Life vs. City Life 19 to 36 Unit 3 Swimming across Borders 37 to 56
Unit 4 Save the Elephants 57 to 75
Unit 5 “Netiquette” 77 to 99
Unit 6 Women's Work? 101 to 120
Unit 7 Organic Produce: Is It Worth the Price? 121 to 141 Unit 8 “I'll take the train, thanks.” 143 to 161
Unit 9 The Winter Blues 163 to 181
Unit 10 Endangered Cultures 183 to 201
Final Exam:
Major Components:
- Reading - Vocabulary
- Grammar & Style
Exam Mechanism:
- Students should use pencils to darken the circles of their names, university ID
No. and their answers on the computerized answer sheets.
- Students should choose the correct answer from A, B, C or D and darken it on their answer sheets.
- Using mobile phones during the exam is strictly prohibited.
- Students found cheating, in any form, will have their exam cancelled and they will be referred to university authorities. If employed, they may be reported to their employers.
The textbook is available in major bookstores across the country. It can also be purchased through major online bookstores.
Textbook Online Resources: Online Learning Center:
http:// pearsonlongman.com/northstar
For further inquiries:
Students can visit the ELI website:
http://eli.kau.edu.sa/Default.aspx?Site_ID=126&lng=EN
