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ENGL-1301-021 Composition I
<p>Prerequisite: RDNG 0331 and ENGL 0302-minimum grade of C or scores on a state-approved test indicating college-level reading and writing skills</p>
Intensive study of and practice in writing processes, from invention and researching to drafting, revising and editing, both individually and collaboratively. Emphasis on effective rhetorical choices, including audience, purpose, arrangement and style. Focus on writing the academic essay as a vehicle for learning, communicating and critical analysis.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
In addition to the learning outcomes listed, students will be expected to use the library’s online databases and other computer resources for research and word processing. Also, all students will write a third person, argumentative research paper that follows the MLA format for citing sources and utilizes peer review.
Students are expected to complete all work in order to pass the class.
The English Department takes plagiarism seriously.
Plagiarism is defined as the following: the use of someone else’s exact words that are neither quoted nor cited; paraphrasing someone else’s words without citing them; or using someone else’s research without citing it.
Student plagiarism in the Amarillo College English Department is internally tracked. To clarify, records will be kept in the Department of those students who have plagiarized. At the beginning of each new semester, the names of students who plagiarized the previous semester will be sent to all English Department faculty.
Plagiarism may receive a penalty of a zero. A subsequent infraction will be deemed a reason for expulsion from the class. At this point, the case will be referred to the Vice President of Student Affairs.
Note: Self-plagiarism will be discussed with the class by each instructor and infractions for such are left up to the individual instructor’s discretion.
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact your advisor, the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 1 lab)
On Campus Course
A Rhetoric Handbook for English 1301 and 1302, 2nd Edition, Hayden-McNeil Publishing
The Little Seagull Handbook, Norton Publishing.
Printer Card if you print in the English Writing Lab or some of the other computer labs on campus:
Students will need to use a card to be able to print in the English Writing Lab, Ordway 101. Cards are available for purchase (or to load more credit onto a printing card) in the Math Outreach Center in Durrett and at the library desk on the fourth floor of Ware Student Commons. The cost is five cents a copy, so if students print about a hundred printouts for the class, you it will cost about $5.00 for that printing.
Paper and pen or pencil
Flash (USB or Jump) Drive if you want to save your work that you produce in class.
Know your personal AC ID number and password or have the information where you can quickly access it.
Student Performance:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of individual and collaborative writing processes.
2. Develop ideas with appropriate support and attribution.
3. Write in a style appropriate to audience and purpose.
4. Read, reflect, and respond critically to a variety of texts.
5. Use Edited American English in academic essays.
In addition to the learning outcomes listed, students will be expected to use the library’s online databases and other computer resources for research and word processing. Also, all students will write a third person, argumentative research paper that follows the MLA format for citing sources and utilizes peer review.
Students are expected to complete all work in order to pass the class.
Student Withdrawal Procedures:
Students who wish to withdraw from a class must:
Administrative Drop Policy: Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
All rules and regulations set forth in the "Student Code of Conduct" section in the current edition of the Student's Rights and Responsibilities publication will be followed in this course. It is the student's responsibility to obtain a copy of the handbook from the Dean of Student Services Office.
The classroom and online environment is based upon a simple principle: the instructor commits to treat you with respect, and you commit to treat each other and the instructor with respect. Everyone is equally responsible for maintaining a respectful dialogue, attitude, and classroom. Disrespectful behavior towards the instructor or another student will not be tolerated. Disruptive behavior can range from major to minor infractions.
Cellphone use in class is prohibited. If you have a valid reason to have a cellphone, please let the instructor know before class.
ENGL 1301 Grade Breakdown:
Major Writing Assignments - 65%
In-class work, daily work, homework, quizzes - 20%
Class Professionalism (includes bringing expected materials to class, preparedness, participation, and attendance) - 5%
Final Exam 10% - You must be present and take the final exam to complete the course. If an emergency arises on the day of the exam, please contact the instructor immediately.
The time on returning work might be 7-10 class days for major assignments. Minor work should be returned in 2-5 class days.
This is a fast-paced course, and students should be aware that each week’s work load may be approximately twice that of a regular 16 week course. The 16-week course has been compressed into an 8-week time frame. The course is designed to meet state, college, and department student outcomes and objectives. This course will use MLA documentation format, Modern Language Association, documentation format.
Students are expected to complete by the due date assigned. The due dates are announced in class and posted with the assignment information. Students need to check their email and the course in Blackboard several times a week to make sure they keep up with announcements and any possible changes for the semester.
If during the semester you consider dropping, please check with me first for an alternate plan that protects your investment in this course and gives you an opportunity to complete it. Remember that the deadline for drops for this course this semester is 10/3/17.
Withdrawing early from a class could affect scholarship or financial aid monies. Check with a counselor or advisor before you withdraw from any class.
ENGL 1301.030 is an 8-week course.
Due dates are subject to change. Check the assignment information and the course calendar in Blackboard for updates and changes to the class schedule.
ENGL 1301 Course - Weekly Calendar – Fall I 2017
Required texts: Two required texts for the course are:
A Rhetoric Handbook for English 1301 and 1302, 2nd Edition, Hayden-McNeil Publishing
The Little Seagull Handbook, Norton Publishing.
Weekly Calendar
Week 1
Review syllabus and course expectations. Review prewriting, paragraph and essay basics, Blackboard LMS basics, and complete diagnostic writing assignment and professional email assignment.
ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK: Reading assignments, Email Assignment and Diagnostic Writing Assignment, Grammar Assignment 1, and Discussion Assignment 1.
Week 2
Review essay basics, grammar, and MLA format. Discuss narrative writing and literacy narrative.
ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK: Reading assignments, Grammar Assignment 2, Discussion Assignment 2, Literacy Narrative Essay rough draft.
ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK: Reading assignments, Grammar Assignment 2, Discussion Assignment 3, Literacy Narrative final draft.
Week 3
Discuss rhetoric, rhetorical appeals, and academic argumentation. Analytical paper assigned.
ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK: Reading assignments, Grammar Assignment 3, Discussion Assignment 3, Literacy Narrative final draft.
Week 4
Discuss Writing to Investigate and Evaluate, Documenting Sources, Rhetorical Strategies and Appeals.
Analytical paper assigned.
ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK: Reading assignments, Grammar Assignment 4, Discussion Assignment 4, and analytical paper draft.
Week 5
Discuss AC Library Sources and Subscription Databases, and Integrating Sources, More on Research and Sources, Example Precis Paper, Precis Template. Assign Article Summary/Response Essay.
Assign Research Argument Topic assignment, Researched Argument Paper, and due dates for both, as well as peer review of the Researched Argument Paper.
ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK: Reading assignments, Grammar Assignment 5, Discussion Assignment 5, Analytical paper final draft, Research Argument Topic Assignment.
Week 6
Continue Researched Argument discussion and work.
ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK: Reading assignments, Grammar Assignment 6, Discussion Assignment 6, and Researched Argument outline, and rough draft.
Week 7
Review More on Research, MLA Works Cited, and In-text Citations, Most Common Research Paper Errors.
ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK: Reading assignments, Grammar Assignment 7, Discussion Assignment 7, Argument Research Paper final draft.
Week 8
Reflection.
Review Test Taking Tips, Test Anxiety Tips
Final Exam.
ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK: Final Essay Exam
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This course uses Blackboard for course content and for submitting work. Students must submit work through these programs in order to pass this course.
If during the semester you consider dropping, please check with me first for an alternate plan that protects your investment in this course and gives you an opportunity to complete it. Remember that the deadline for drops for this course this semester is 10/3/17.
Assignments are due on their due dates. No assignments are accepted late.
Course Content and Work
This course uses Blackboard, a word processing program, and email for course content and for submitting work. Students must submit work and communicate through these programs in order to pass this course. Some work is completed and submitted outside of the class meeting times.
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