Breaking News English

http://www.breakingnewsenglish.com/

You Tube to mp3 Converter

http://www.youtube-mp3.org/

CDLP Online

www.cdlponline.org

Randall's ESL Lab

www.esl-lab.com

Fun ESL Website

ESL Skills Practice
www.manythings.org

Typing Websites

Learn Typing

www.learntyping.org

Type Online

www.typeonline.co.uk

Dance Mat Typing

http://www.bbc.co.uk/guides/z3c6tfr#zgkpn39

Course Information

South Seattle College

Course Information

ESL for Computers

Instructor	Steven Dunham
Email	steven.dunham@seattlecolleges.edu
Class Blog	esl4comps.blogspot.com
Classroom	CAS 200
Schedule	MTWTh (11am to 11:50am)
Office Location	MPB3
Office Hours	By appointment

Course Description: Students will learn basic computer skills to assist their English language learning.  The course consists of an introduction to basic vocabulary and terminology related to computer and word processing, Microsoft Word, the Internet, web search and email.  Students will also use of different computer language software and programs to practice English.  An attempt will be made to support all students’ individual needs. 

Requirements: You must create a dropbox.com account or bring a USB drive each day to save your work.  In addition, you must follow the computer lab rules about the proper use of computers such as no food or drink.  Keep a record of what you accomplish.  If you miss more than 40% of classes, then you fail the course. 

Types of Assignments:

·         Email

·         Internet

·         Typing

·         MS Word

·         MS PowerPoint

·         Websites for Practicing ESL

·         Can 8 System (possibly)

BTS Integrated Academic Skills Outcomes:

·         Use the keyboard and mouse with some ease.

·         Format an MS Word document using the toolbar.

·         Demonstrate basic internet skills and an ability to navigate within familiar websites.

·         Log-in and use email.

·         Demonstrate ability to access information from the Internet for academic, vocational, and personal purposes.

·         Demonstrate dictation skills on level-appropriate topics.

·         Begin to develop note-taking skills on level-appropriate topics.

Notes:

·         In order to learn the computer skills you need, you should try to attend clas every day.  If for any reason you must be absent, please contact your teacher by phone or email to explain your absence.

·         Any student with special needs should contact the instructor after class at the beginning of the quarter.