Course
Syllabus
DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS
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Demonstrate the construction of the
formal academic essay.
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Prepare a variety of academic
documents using correct document format and the documentation style of the
Modern Language Association.
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Make a convincing written argument
or expository discussion using accepted rules of logic and ethical
interpretation of data.
·
Use specific examples to support a
clear thesis.
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Present credible information based
on academic research.
·
Write a sustained research essay
based on multiple credible sources using in-text citations and a list of works
cited in the format of the Modern Language Association.
·
Incorporate direct quotations,
indirect quotations and paraphrases in academic writing using proper citations
in order to avoid plagiarism.
SPRING
2008
INSTRUCTOR REQUIREMENTS
COURSE:
ENGLISH COMPOSITION 1
INSTRUCTOR:
CHRISTIE LOWRANCE
SECTIONS
49 and 50
1.
INSTRUCTIONAL
METHODS
This course will include
lectures, class discussion, in-class writing exercises and activities, quizzes,
peer editing, and individual conferences. Homework, readings, and related
activities will be assigned regularly.
2.
EVALUATION AND GRADING
A final grade will be based
on your work and effort in the following areas:
Composition: 3 essays (30%) and 1
research paper (20%)
Class work:
attendance, participation, homework, quizzes, observation notebook (30%)
Final exam: written essay (20%)
3.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance in this ENL 101
class is mandatory because the amount and type of work covered in a 75-minute
class is impossible to make up. However, you will be allowed two emergency
absences during the semester. Any additional absences beyond two will result in
the loss of one point per absence. Anyone with six absences will be advised by
the instructor to drop the course.
Be on time. Attendance is
taken at the beginning of every class. Tardiness is distracting, inconsiderate,
and irritating. If you come to class after attendance has been taken, you may be
inadvertently counted absent; it is your responsibility to verify your
attendance after class.
If you intend to drop this
class, turn in a drop slip signed by your instructor.
Do not use a cell phone or
other personal electronic device during this class.
BE ADVISED: It is possible
to fail this course or to receive a significantly lower grade than you earned
simply because of absences. Save your allowed absences for true emergencies.
4.
TEXT
College Writing Skills
with
5.
MATERIALS
You will need a lined
notebook for your Observation Notes and a loose-leaf ringed notebook for your
homework, in-class exercises, quizzes, word lists, etc.
These materials will be collected periodically. Keep your essay papers
together in a folder. You will also
need a stapler.
6.
You will have additional
reading and research assignments periodically.
7.
CONTACT HOURS
Three
(3) hours per week
8.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PAPERS
Your written work is a
primary learning tool in this class. Do not hesitate to ask questions Always do
your best. Read over the instructor notes and comments on your returned papers..
Essays and other written assignments must meet the following requirements in
order to be graded:
·
Double spaced and neatly typed
·
Heading
in upper right-hand corner
·
Heading
that includes name, course, date, and assignment
·
Pages
stapled at upper left-hand corner, NO folded corners or paper clips
In
addition:
·
Essay
assignments will include: a final draft, rough draft, writer evaluation, your
pre-writing work, and a peer evaluation if available.
·
All
work must be proofread before being printed.
·
Because
your papers will include multiple drafts and other work, emailed papers cannot
be accepted.
BE ADVISED: Papers that do
not meet these basic requirements will be marked R for “returned.” You will
have one class period after receiving an R paper to make the necessary changes
without penalty. After one class period, R papers will considered late.
LATE
PAPER POLICY:
Papers must be turned on the
day assigned, if not in class, then in my mailbox dated and signed by an English
Department faculty member by day’s end. Papers turned in after the date due
are considered late. Late papers will be marked down. However, during the
semester, you will be allowed one (1) late paper, meaning it will be turned in
by the next class. Mark your allowed late paper as LO, or Late Option.
Papers that are more than
one week late will receive an automatic zero (0).
REVISION
PAPER POLICY
You will be actively
revising your writing throughout the semester. If, however, you have a graded
paper that you desire to improve, you have the option of revising it for a
higher grade. Revisions must show substantial improvement in content,
organization and style.
9.
OTHER CLASSWORK
You are expected to take
notes during this class. Your final grade in this class will reflect your work
and effort in the following areas:
·
Class participation
·
Homework and word lists
·
In-class writing activities and
quizzes
·
Observation notebook
10.
PLAGIARISM
Plagiarism is using someone else’s
work or ideas and presenting them as your own. Buying an essay to present as
your own is plagiarism. Using a document published on the Web without proper
attribution is plagiarism. Having
someone else write an essay for you is plagiarism. Having someone so drastically
edit your work so that it is no longer your work is plagiarism. Plagiarism can
have severe legal, professional, personal, and academic penalties. Anyone found
plagiarizing in this class will receive an “F” for the semester.
11.
ADDITIONAL
HELP
·
The
Jacques, 508/ 362-2131, ext. 4931.
·
The
help with spelling, study skills, grammar. Call 508/ 362-2131, ext. 4352.
·
Learning
disabilities. Contact Dr. Richard Sommers, N241, at 508/362-2131, ext. 4317 or
the O’Neill Center, 508/ 362-2131, ext. 4337.
12.
ACADEMIC
DEADLINES
Jan.
28
Last day to change a schedule
Jan.
28
Last day to drop with no academic record
Jan.
28
Last day to drop a course for 100% refund (less $35 deposit)
Feb.
4
Last day to drop a course for 50% refund
March
7
Mid-term warning grades due to the Registrar
March
17
Evacuation Day observance
March
17-21 Spring recess
April
4
Last day to withdraw from an academic class
April
21
Patriots’ Day observance
May
12
Classes end
May
13-19 Final
exam period
Instructor: Christie Lowrance
Office: North 206
Office hours: TU/TH 11-12 Noon
Email: clowrance@capecod.edu
PH: (508) 362-2131
Course: English Composition 1
(ENL 101)
Classes:
Section 49: North Building, Room 104
TU/TH:
Section
50:
SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS
College Writing Skills with Readings
by John Langan will be the basis for class discussions, exercises and writing
assignments. The
text covers:
·
Basic principles of
writing
·
Essay development
·
Research skills
·
Sentence skills
·
WEEK 1:
Introductions
Jan. 22/
TU: Activity: Introductions, review
course description.
Discuss expectations and procedures,
attendance and grading policies, assignment
requirements. Review plagiarism,
pp. 428-429.
Assignment:
Review Chapter 1, pp. 2-23; do Activities 1-5.
Read Chapt.
34 (manuscript format) pp. 534-535
Jan.
24/TH: Activity: Diagnostic writing
sample, discussion of semester’s work, grading
Assignment: Chapter 2, pp. 25-50, Activities 6-12
Essays: “Three
Passions,” pp. 636-645; activities include Reading Comprehension
and Critical
Chapt. 35 (capitalization), pp.536-543; do
activities 1-3
Start Observation Journal
NOTE: Beginning today, you will make an entry
per class (minimum 1 page) in your Observation Journal. Unless
assigned, the topic is completely optional, but you should write
about something you can physically watch or see, emotionally
reflect upon, or intellectually ponder. The topic is not
important; the process is. The goal is to develop your skill at
internal and external observation by exploring and recording your
own thoughts.
WEEK
2: The Writing Process
Jan. 29/ TU:
Activity:
Assignment: Chapter 2, pp. 25-50
(the writing process) Activities 6-11
Skills, Chapt. 36 (numbers), pp. 544-547, all activities
Chapt. 37 (apostrophe) pp. 549-556, all activities
Chapt. 38, (quotation) pp.
557-564, activties 1-4, 2 review tests
Chapt. 40 (punctuation) , pp. 575-579, act. 1-5. Review tests
Essay:
“Shame,” p. 645-652. Do “Comprehension (1-10),
Structure/Technique
(1-4) and Critical
Jan. 31/TH: Activity: Prewriting exercises
Assignment: Chapt. 3, pp. 51-78, activities 1-6
Make
sure you have completed Capitalization activities, pp. 537-543
Observation
notebook: Assigned topic – Write about someone you know who has
self-respect.
Does self-respect distinguish this person from others? If so, how? How
did this person
“get” self respect? (Refer to “Shame” essay for ideas.)
WEEK 3: Planning to Write
Feb. 5/TU
Activity: Thesis and support
development, discussion, board work
Assignment:
(Continue) Chapter 3, Activities 7-19
Chapter
23 (subjects and verbs), pp. 449-454, all activities
Chapter 27, (subject verb agreement) pp.
492-497, all activities
Essay, “A Legendary Moment” pp.
678-683, Reading Comprehension and Critical
Feb. 7/TH: Activity:
Assignment: Read Chapters 7 (Essay), 8 (Description) and 9
(Narrative), pp. 170-221.
Study these three chapters carefully. Activities are recommended, but
are OPTIONAL.
Write ROUGH DRAFT for Essay
#1, a descriptive narrative essay
(see Assignment sheet)
WEEK 4: Beginning to Writing
Feb. 12/TU: DUE:
ROUGH DRAFT, ESSAY#1
Activity: In-class writing workshop
Assignment: WRITE FINAL DRAFT,
Essay #1
Read “The Professor Is a Dropout,” pp.
683-692; do all Comprehension and
Critical
Feb. 14/TH:
DUE: FINAL DRAFT, ESSAY #1
Activity: Essay writer evaluation, also observation sheet on essay #1
VALENTINES!
Assignment: Read Chapter 4 (organize and connect), pp. 79-104, all activities
Chapter 39 (commas), pp. 566-579, all activities
Essay:
“Here’s to Your Health,” pp. 723-729;
do all Comprehension
Structure and Technique, and Critical
Begin collection of newspaper articles on subjects of potential interest
for research topic
WEEK
5: Putting It Together
Feb. 19/TU:
Activity: Discuss papers
Assignment:
(See Feb. 14 Assignment)
Chapter 31 (adjectives and verbs) pp. 516 – 521, all activities
(For
Observation journal, consider a topic for Writing Assignment #2 on page 239).
Feb. 21/TH:
Activity: Discuss writing organization (Chapt. 4) grammar issues, papers
Check Observation notebooks
Assignment: Write draft, Essay #2, including pre-writing
Read Chapter 5, pp. 106-138, all activities and review tests
WEEK
6: Writing with Accuracy
Feb. 26/TU:
DUE: ROUGH DRAFT, ESSAY #2
Activity: In-class workshop
Assignment: Read Chapter 24
(Fragments) 455-468, all Activities and Review tests
Write:
Final Essay #2
Feb.
28/TH: DUE: FINAL DRAFT, ESSAY #2
Assignment: Read Chapter 25 (run-ons), pp. 469-481; all activities
Chapters 32, 33 (misplaced and dangling modifiers) pp. 523-531; all act.
Essay: “
and Critical
Mar.
6/ TH:
DUE: DRAFT, ESSAY #3
Activity: Writing workshop
Assignment: Chapter 6 (writing
revision), pp. 469-481; all activities
March 7: Mid-term warning grades due at Registrar’s
office.
WEEK 8: Writing with Style
Mar. 11/TU: DUE: FINAL, ESSAY #3
Assignment: Chapter 17-19
(research, etc.) pp, 377-401; activities TBA
Mar. 13/TH: Activity: Discuss and plan Research Paper,
to begin after break
Assignment: Chapter 20-22 (specialized writing), pp. 402-445, activities
TBA
Prepare
proposal/evaluation on three possible topic proposals
WEEK 9: NO CLASSES
SPRING BREAK!
WEEK 10: Research Paper Planning (Topic, sources, etc.)
Mar. 25/ TU:
DUE: THREE TOPIC PROPOSALS
Assignment:
Chapter 13 (comparison and contrast), pp. 287-310; act. TBA
Chapter 14 (definition), pp. 311-329; act. TBA
Essay: TBA
Mar. 27/ TH: Activities: Topic
selection
Assignment: Chapter 11
(process), pp. 243-263; activities TBA
Chapt.
12 (cause and effect), pp. 265-286;
activities TBA
Write
Draft, research paper, Part 1: Issue/topic Definition
WEEK
11: Research Paper Writing
Apr. 1/ TU:
DUE: Draft, Research paper, Part 1: Issue/topic Definition
Activity: In-class workshop/discussion
Assignment: Read Chapter 14 (definition), pp. 311-329
Write FINAL draft, Part 1: Issue/topic definition
Apr. 3/TH
DUE: FINAL, PART 1: ISSUE/TOPIC DEFINITION
Activity: TBA
Assignment: Read Chapter 15 (classification), pp. 330-348; act. TBA
Chapter 16 (argument), pp. 349-372; activities TBA
Chapter
42 and 43 (commonly confused words; effective word choice),
pp. 588-603; all
activities and review tests
Apr. 10/ TH:
Activity: WORKSHOP
DUE: Rough draft, PART 2: Issue/topic Analysis
Assignment: Prepare Final
draft, RP, Part 2: Analysis
WEEK 13: Revision
Apr. 15/ TU
DUE: FINAL, PART 2: Issue/topic Analysis
Activity: TBA
Assignment: Prepare revision
of graded papers (optional)
Apr. 17/ TH
DUE: REVISION PAPERS (optional)
Assignment: Read Chapter 18 (essay writing), pp. 324-354
WEEK 14: Preparation of
Part 3: Issue/ topic Evaluation
Apr. 22/TU: Activity:
Discussion and planning research paper
Assignment: Write ROUGH DRAFT, Part 3: Issue/topic Evaluation
Apr. 24/TH:
DUE: DRAFT, Part 3, research paper
ACTIVITY, In class workshop
Assignment: FINAL Draft, Part
3: Evaluation
WEEK 15: CONCLUSION OF RESEARCH PAPER
Apr. 29/TU
DUE: FINAL, Part 3: Issue/topic Evaluation
Activity: Workshop, in-class
work on research papers
Assignment:
Prepare FINAL DRAFT, Research paper
May 1/TH
DUE: FINAL DRAFT, RESEARCH PAPER
Activity: discuss, proof, correct
Assignment: Prepare final Draft, RESEARCH PAPER
WEEK 16: LAST WEEK OF CLASS WORK
May 6/ TU DUE:
FINAL COPY OF YOUR RESEARCH PAPER
May 8/ TH DUE:
ALL WORK
FINAL CONFERENCE TO REVIEW WORK
FINAL EXAM:
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
NOTE: This is a tentative listing of assignments, which
may change as course needs change. If you are unable to attend class, check
Blackboard for assignment updates.
GRADING
Your final grade will be based on your work in the
following areas:
Four writing assignments:
3 essays
30%
(10% each)
1 research paper:
25%
Final Exam
20%
Attendance
5%
Participation
5%
Observation Journal
5%
Homework
5%
Quizzes/In-class work
5%