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ONLINE ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES (EAP) PROGRAMSTUDENT ORIENTATION BOOKLETdal.ca/eslDalhousie UniversityEnglish as a Second Language (ESL) ProgramsCollege of Continuing Education1459 LeMarchant Street, Suite 2201Halifax, Nova Scotia. B3H 4R2CANADAesl@dal.ca 1.902.494.8062@DalhousieEsl DalEslUpdated: 8-Apr-20

Table of ContentsDalhousie University English for Academic Purposes Program Staff. 4Dalhousie University English Language Program Curriculum. 4EAP Program Description . 4Mode of Delivery . 5Dalhousie University English Language Level Descriptions . 5English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Foundations 1 . 5English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Foundations 2 . 5English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Level 1 . 5English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Level 2 . 6English for Academic Purposes Pass Marks. 6Dalhousie Letter Grade Scale . 7EAP Program Academic Policies . 8Classroom Language Policy . 8Benefits of Speaking English in Class . 8Appropriate Use of Your First Language . 8Fee Payment . 9Late Arrival at the Start of a Course . 9Evaluation and Assessment . 9Sexual Harassment . 9Student Behaviour . 10Textbooks and Learning Materials . 10Leave of Absence. 10Appealing Marks. 10Resolution of Other Problems . 11Specific Academic Policies: Online EAP Course . 111

Class Schedule and Location . 11Engagement Policy. 12Consequences of Low Engagement. 12Assignment Deadlines and Late Submission . 13Extensions . 13Late Submission Penalty. 13Help with Deadlines . 13Dalhousie University Academic Integrity . 14What does academic integrity mean? . 14How can you achieve academic integrity?. 14Where can you turn for help? . 15How does Dalhousie check for academic integrity? . 15What will happen if an allegation of an academic offence is made against you? . 15Health and Wellness . 17Health Insurance . 17Dalhousie Health Services –Health Care on Campus . 18Location . 18Medical & walk-in counselling hours of operation (Click to access website) . 18Medical Services at Dalhousie University (Click to access website) . 19In an emergency: . 19Mental health emergencies . 19Physical health emergencies. 20Special Needs and Accommodation . 20Administrative Policies and Information . 21EAP Course Cancellation & Refund Policy . 21Important Administrative Information for New Students . 232

Important Resources . 25ESL Programs Contacts . 25On-Campus Services . 25Off-campus Resources in Halifax . 26Informal Conversation and Activity Opportunities in Halifax. 27On-Campus: . 27Off Campus: . 273

Dalhousie University English for Academic Purposes Program StaffDavid Packer, DirectorJennifer MacDonald, Head TeacherShazia Nawaz Awan, EAP InstructorSarah Jane Blenkhorn, EAP InstructorNatalie Burgoyne, EAP InstructorTracy Franz, EAP InstructorDarren Downing, EAP InstructorLaura Herrera, EAP InstructorMayur Agravat, EAP InstructorChris Kelly, EAP InstructorAndrea King, EAP InstructorAnna Maier, EAP InstructorKris Mitchell, EAP InstructorAyesha Mushtaq, EAP InstructorKate Purcell, EAP InstructorTony Rusinak, EAP InstructorChris Fevens, EAP InstructorGerry Russo, EAP InstructorMelissa Taylor, EAP InstructorCharlene Rockwell, EAP InstructorSam Worthington, EAP InstructorBecky Grant, Administrative OfficerTianze Kong, Program AssistantGena Walsh, College of Continuing Education RegistrarDenise Sullivan, College of Continuing Education ReceptionMartin Burns, CCE IT SupportDalhousie University English Language Program CurriculumEAP Program DescriptionThe English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program prepares students for university. Whether atthe undergraduate or graduate level, students improve the reading, writing, research, listeningand speaking skills that they need to succeed at university in English, and develop the academicbehaviours to thrive in an English-speaking academic environment.The program has 3 main goals: To help students learn the English they need in order to enter university To help students acquire the English language, research, and academic skills that theyneed to be successful at university once they begin to study at Dalhousie (or elsewhere)4

To introduce students to the Canadian university academic culture and help them meetexpectations of a university student in CanadaMode of DeliveryThe EAP Program is delivered face-to-face at Dalhousie University in Halifax, and also online.Both courses share the same content hours, curriculum, outcomes and goals. Success in eitherthe Face-to-Face or Online EAP Programs satisfies the admission requirements forundergraduate or graduate degree-level study at Dalhousie University.Dalhousie University English Language Level DescriptionsEnglish for Academic Purposes (EAP) Foundations 1This is a pre-intermediate course at the A2 level that is an introduction to English for AcademicPurposes (EAP). In this course students will develop their ability to understand and expressthemselves orally in formal and informal situations in the university context and understand shorttexts of a variety of styles and disciplines. Students will also expand their general and specializedvocabulary and write accurate sentences and paragraphs. Students will develop these languageskills and abilities while starting to explore the topics, practices and behaviours associated withacademic success at university.English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Foundations 2This is an intermediate-level course at the B1 level with a focus on building a solid foundation inEnglish for Academic Purposes (EAP). In this course students will learn to apply their Englishskills to academic tasks as they deepen their knowledge of English and develop their ability touse it in a university context. They will be introduced to the research process and learn to writewell-structured, accurate essays and other texts. They will form strategies for reading andlistening comprehension of short academic texts and lectures and improve their speaking abilitieswhen discussing their area of study and other topics. Students will broaden their knowledge ofthe topics, practices, and behaviours associated with academic success at university.English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Level 1This an upper-intermediate course at the B2 level in English for Academic Purposes (EAP),helping develop students’ listening, speaking, reading, writing, research and academic skills inpreparation for study at university. The course is focused around key spoken and writtenacademic genres to allow students to develop a range of listening skills and strategies,participate in various speaking situations in the academic context, develop academic readingskills, and improve writing ability over a range of academic genres. The course also includesinstruction on research and library skills along with academic behaviour, such as timemanagement, study skills for effective independent learning, and knowledge of academicintegrity.5

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Level 2This course is an advanced English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course at the C1 level whichprepares students for undergraduate or graduate-level study in English. The course allowsstudents to develop the ability to read effectively and comprehend high-level academic texts,acquire a rich academic vocabulary, and to apply listening and note-taking strategies to lectureson a variety of academic topics. Writing and research skills are honed as students produce textsin several important written academic genres and develop speaking ability for presentations,discussions and debates. Students will have the opportunity to delve into the vocabulary andgenres associated with their disciplines of study. Academic integrity, along with other academicbehaviours, such as time-management, autonomous learning, and collaboration, are also taughtand practiced.English for Academic Purposes Pass MarksStudents will receive a letter grade for all their major assessments in the EAP program (e.g. B ).Their EAP transcript will contain an overall final letter grade and an equivalent Grade PointAverage (GPA).The mark required for success in any level of the EAP course depends on the degree programstudents are planning to join after they finish the EAP program.Please read the following information about the required levels of achievement for unconditionaladmission to Dalhousie.Undergraduate StudentsFor undergraduate students requiring an IELTS 6.5 or equivalent to enter DalhousiePrograms:3.0 GPA (B letter grade) overall is the pass mark for EAP 2.Graduate Students(i) For graduate students requiring an IELTS 7.0 or equivalent to enter DalhousiePrograms: 3.7 GPA (A- letter grade) overall is the pass mark for EAP 2.(ii) For graduate students requiring an IELTS 7.5 or equivalent to enter DalhousiePrograms: 4.0 GPA (A letter grade) overall is the pass mark for EAP 2.*Note: To find the specific requirements of a particular graduate program, see s/graduate-programsadmissions/admission requirements.htmlSuccess in the Dalhousie EAP Program means achieving standards set by the Registrar’s Office(RO) and the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS).6

Students cannot advance from one level to the next unless they achieve these standards.When students successfully complete EAP Level 2 of the program, transcripts are sent to theRegistrar’s Office and the Faculty of Graduate Studies.The RO and the FGS decide whether students are then admitted to their degree program.Dalhousie Letter Grade ScaleGradeGPA%A 4.3090-100A4.0085-89A-3.7080-84This (A- / 80%) is the passing grade required in the CCEEAP Program for most students heading into graduatelevel courses. Refer to department-specific EnglishLanguage Requirements for exceptions to this eprograms-admissions/admission requirements.htmlB 3.3077-79B3.0073-76B-2.7070-72C CC-2.302.001.7065-6960-6455-59D1.0050-54This (B / 73%) is the passing grade required in the CCEEAP Program for students heading into undergraduatelevel courses. Anything lower is a failure.OTHER GRADESINC0.00IncompleteW0.00Withdrawal7

PendingNeutralGrade not reported/pendingEAP Program Academic PoliciesThe following policies apply to both the Online and Face-to-Face EAP Programs.Classroom Language PolicyBenefits of Speaking English in ClassStudents must speak English in class as much as possible. Speaking in English establishes arich learning environment and is extremely important to achieving your goals related to Englishlanguage learning. Using English in class will help you learn faster, as it provides opportunities for practicewith your classmates and instructors. Using English in class will directly affect your class performance and grades. UsingEnglish will help you improve your communicative, linguistic and academic skills. Thisdirectly improves your performance during assessments and exams. Students who use English in class see improvements in their English vocabulary, as wellas in their confidence and fluency. Continuing to speak in English in class, even if you make a mistake or forget a word,challenges your brain. Your brain learns from these mistakes, and your English fluencyand communication will improve. Using English language in class can help you develop intercultural relationships withstudents and instructors who speak other languages. Speaking in English in class creates an inclusive classroom atmosphere, which ensuresthat all students are involved in collaborative learning. If you actively speak English in class, your instructors will be better able to assess yourprogress and give you helpful feedback.Appropriate Use of Your First LanguageStudents benefit by using English appropriately in class. Your first language/mothertongue/home language(s) is/are another valuable tool for your language learning. During the firstweek of class, you will discuss how best to use this tool with your instructor and peers. Forexample, while you should use only English in class, it may sometimes be acceptable to use your8

first language in your notes order to clarify vocabulary, idiomatic expressions or academicconcepts, or to compare grammar structures between your first language and English. You mayalso talk about your first language with classmates, using English, to discuss vocabulary,idiomatic expressions or academic concepts, or to compare grammar structures, for example.All discussions in the classroom should be related to classroom activities. Therefore, Englishshould be the language you use to have those discussions. Your instructors will remind you toavoid using your first language for discussion during class.Remember that your first language can sometimes be a helpful tool but be careful not to use it asa cane or a crutch. This can slow down your learning.Fee PaymentStudents will not be admitted to class until tuition is paid in full. Students may be admitted toclass on the first day if special arrangements for payment have been made with our financialofficer, Gena Walsh, before the term starts.Visit the EAP Course Payment webpage on www.dal.ca/esl for information about how to pay yourcourse fees. You can pay using Online Payment, the Global Pay service, or in person at theDalhousie College of Continuing Education.Late Arrival at the Start of a CourseStudents are expected to join the class on the first day of a new course. Under certain conditions,a new student, with the permission of the Director of ESL Programs, may enter a new course upto one week after the start date. No more than one week’s late arrival is allowed. Note: Studentswho join the class late are responsible for any work they have missed.Evaluation and AssessmentEvaluation in the EAP Program consists of continuous assessment. Evaluation of student workwill be made throughout the course, according to the course outline. Assessments include writtenexams, presentations and other spoken work, as well as submission of written texts. Instructorswill provide grades and feedback once all students have completed the work. Note: Majorassessments require additional time to mark and may take up to a week before students receivegrades and feedback.No make-up work is permitted. This means that students do not have the chance to completeextra work or assignments to raise a low mark. The EAP Program does not offer make-up examsfor students who have failed the course to try to receive a passing grade.Sexual HarassmentDalhousie University defines sexual harassment as “any sexually-oriented behaviour of adeliberate or negligent nature which adversely affects the working or learning environment. It9

may involve conduct or comments that are unintentional as well as intentional.” The DalhousieEAP Program has a zero-tolerance policy on sexual harassment. Students found to havesexually harassed another student, instructor, or staff member will be asked to leave theprogram.Student BehaviourStudents in the Face-to-Face and On

The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program prepares students for university. Whether at the undergraduate or graduate level, students improve the reading, writing, research, listening and speaking skills that they need to succeed at university in English, and develop the academic behaviours to thrive in an English-speaking academic .

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