Composition II Syllabus for 2018-2019
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Instructor Information
Instructor
Mary Dodson (Curriculum Vitae)Office Location
Ordway Hall 100DOffice Hours
By appointment.
Course Information
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Course
ENGL-1302-019 Composition II
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: ENGL 1301
Course Description
Intensive study of and practice in the strategies and techniques for developing research-based expository and persuasive texts. Emphasis on effective and ethical rhetorical inquiry, including primary and secondary research methods; critical reading of verbal, visual and multimedia texts; systematic evaluation, synthesis and documentation of information sources; and critical thinking about evidence and conclusions.
Student Resources Student Resources Website
Department Expectations
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 clas
Occupational License Disclaimer
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:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact 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.
Hours
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 1 lab)
Class Type
Online Course
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
Students will reference literature found in the Blackboard course. Students are responsible for printing these and bringing to class.
Supplies
pocket folder, highlighter, computer access
Student Performance
1. Demonstrate knowledge of individual and collaborative research processes.
2. Develop ideas and synthesize primary and secondary sources within focused academic arguments, including one or more research-based essays.
3. Analyze, interpret, and evaluate a variety of texts for the ethical and logical uses of evidence.
4. Write in a style that clearly communicates meaning, builds credibility, and inspires belief or action.
5. Apply the conventions of style manuals for specific academic disciplines (e.g., APA, CMS, MLA, etc.)
Students Rights and Responsibilities
Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesLog in using the AC Connect Portal
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".
Expected Student Behavior
Grading Criteria
In-class assignments 20%
Hybrid assignments 20%
Major essay one 20%
Major essay two 20%
Final exam essay 20%
Attendance
Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class. Students are responsible for getting any material from any missed class. Hybrid courses demand an equal amount of work to be completed independently via Blackboard presentation.
If during the semester you consider dropping, please check with me first for an alternate plan that protects your investment in the course and gives you an opportunity to complete it. Remember that the deadline for drops for this 8 week semester is Dec.5th.
Academic decorum: You are adults attending a school of higher learning. The classroom is not the place for taking care of personal matters. It is the place to learn. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. This includes such behaviors as talking on cell phones, texting, leaving class, participating in disruptive chatting, habitual tardiness, etc.
Calendar
Week One Assignment: Introductory Work--to course and literature
--a) Print out and read all Introductory Materials pages and answer "Exploring Course" Questions (Drop Box)
--b) Study Literary Terms (Content) and take corresponding quiz (Term Quiz: Drop Box)
--c) Study "Dystopia" (poem is located in the Electronic Text). Then, answer questions on the poem (Drop Box) and post in the Discussions Folder.
This introductory three-part assignment work is due by Sunday at midnight. (Please note: if not completed, I will have to note non-attendance on AC Roster that must be completed on Monday for the Registrar. You will be administratively dropped from the course.)
Week Two: "The Machine Stops," Critical Thinking,--and MLA Formatting and In-Text Citation Work
1--Be sure to read Weekly Commentary posting reviewing last week's assignments (this section is in Content Folder). You will be held responsible for this clarification material.
2--a) Read the short story, “The Machine Stops” (Electronic Text). (This is your longest piece this semester--don't wait until the last minute.) b) Read carefully the scholarly research article indicated just below the story. c) Then, respond to accompanying Discussion Post. d) Answer questions on story in Drop Box assignments. e) Answer questions in Common Assessment--toolbar.
3--Go to Content--Scroll down to Research/MLA. a) Read the first two entries on Research/MLA (“1. Research—Two Types” and “2. MLA—What is it?”). b) Then, watch the youtube on "3. MLA Formatting." c) Sumarize youtube: Drop Box. d) Then, go to "4.In-Text Citations." e) Complete assignment in Drop Box.
All work due by Sunday at midnight.
Week Three: "Harrison Bergeron” and "We Ate the Children Last"--Literary Analysis and Critical Thinking
1--Be sure to read Weekly Commentary posting, reviewing last week's assignments. You will be held responsible for this clarification.
2-- a) Read the short story, "Harrison Bergeron” (Electronic Text). b) Read carefully the scholarly research article indicated just below the story. c) Then, respond to accompanying Discussion Post. d) Answer questions on story in Drop Box.
--2) a) Read the short story, "We Ate the Children Last" (Electronic Text.) b) Watch the video posted just below it. c) Respond to accompanying Discussion Post. d) Answer questions on the story in Drop Box.
All work due by Sunday at midnight.
Week Four: “The Second Coming” and In-Text Citations Practice
--1 a) Read the poem, “The Second Coming” (Electronic Text). b) Read the shmoop non-academic research posted below the poem. c) Now, read the scholarly academic article posted below the shmoop entry. d) Respond to Discussion Post. e) Answer questions on the poem and research in Drop Box.
--2 Complete in-text (parenthetical) citation exercise in Drop Box.
Week Five: Major Essay One
--Be sure to read Weekly Commentary posting, reviewing last week's assignments. You will be held responsible for this clarification. Then, address Discussion Posting regarding a specific commentary!
--Study Major Essay Assignment One (Content--Essay Assignments). On Tuesday, submit sample essay answers to questions in Drop Box. On Wednesday, submit a tentative introductory paragraph to Drop Box. Check for feedback! Essay is due by Sunday at midnight. Do not hesitate to call or text if you have any questions. Let me know if you want to come in for help. Per assignment, use tutors, too! See Writer's Corner ONLINE TUTORING on your toolbar if you cannot come to the campus for help. Contact them early in the week!!!
Weeks Six and Seven: Major Essay Two
--Watch Youtube "5. Works Cited Entries" (Research). --Study "6.Works Cited Helps" (Research). Then, complete assignment in Drop Box.
--Take a couple of minutes and google Purdue OWL University sample works cited page. Take time to note that works cited entries directly reflect in-text citations. That is the purpose: in-text citations take the reader directly to the source!
--Study Major Essay Assignment Two. On Tuesday, submit a well-developed paragraph explaining the differences in sample essay one and sample essay two to Drop Box. (This is intended to help you think through how you will approach your second essay differently from your first as you begin revision work per the musts of essay two.) By Thursday, submit your thesis sentence from your first essay and your revised thesis for your second essay to Drop Box.
--Arrange for tutoring and send me an email notifying me how and when you will work with tutors (Writer’s Corner face-to-face, Writer’s Corner Online Tutoring, or Buckthal Tutoring Center ).
Essay is due Sunday of Week Sven at midnight.
Week Eight: Final Exam
--Final exam writing. (You will receive an email Monday morning describing this writing. It needs to be submitted no later than Wednesday, AT NOON.)
Additional Information
Syllabus Created on:
10/04/18 4:00 PM
Last Edited on:
10/04/18 4:29 PM