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ENGL-1301-031 Composition I
Corequisite: INRW 0303 Prerequisite: Scores on a state-approved test indicating college-level reading and writing skills
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.
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(3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 1 lab)
Online Course
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys
computer access
Students are expected to submit work as described on assignments and in a timely fashion. Monday morning videos are to be watched to review material. Late work will be the exception not the rule. Also, it is essential that students keep up with class emails!
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If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Assignments (include Discussion Post responses, Drop Box writings, and reading quizzes) 40%
Essay One 20%
Essay Two 20%
Final Exam Writing 20%
Submission of work per assigned dates is required and monitored.
Texting or calling when help is needed is encouraged.
Official drop date is Oct.5th.
BEGIN HERE: INTRO & SCHEDULE
READ ALL INFORMATION CAREFULLY!
Welcome to Comp I—an introduction to college-level writing.
Several years ago, I did some research and my “instincts” were proven correct. Simply put, the connection between reading and writing cannot be overlooked.
With that in mind, I have focused on using a successful historical fiction novel—one that is well written and has young adults in mind—to introduce the basics of good writing.
I hope that you enjoy learning about a relatively unknown era in history as you look at engaging writing and apply what you learn to your own writing. Best tip? Don't procrastinate. Read the below most carefully. Then, if you need any clarification, do not hesitate to text or call me at 206-0310.
There are three classifications of assignments for this course this semester:
--Drop Box assignments (found in Content) that reflect information given in Lesson Pages.
--Discussion Posts as assigned.
--Submission of analytical essays and final exam. (These will be thoroughly addressed later in the semester.)
I am not using a day-to-day calendar. This web course will run on a weekly basis. Unless otherwise specified, assignments are due at the end of each week—Sunday, by midnight. This allows students to budget their time throughout the week as best fits their individual schedule. A bit of advice: look over the work at the beginning of each week and make yourself a time schedule! Accepting late work will be the exception!
Now, before going any further, take a few moments and carefully review the five Introductory Materials pages! These "must" pages are found in Content. Let me know if you have any questions.
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Below is a tentative schedule of assignments. Check each Monday morning for any possible changes as this is just flat an ever-changing time!
Week One:
a--Go to Content: Lessons: Introductory Materials: After reviewing the five pages in Introductory Materials, go to drop box and submit per instructions.
b--Go to Content: Lessons: "Sentence Musts." Then, complete Sentence Work in Drop Box.
c--Go to Content: Lessons: Rhetorical Appeals. Watch youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPiQ_LuKtDE
. . . After studying rhetorical appeals and watching the video, write a well-developed paragraph (minimum length—200 words) explaining how Sepetys used logos, ethos, and pathos in her presentation. Submit to Discussion Board. (Note: a paragraph always requires a topic sentence. If you need review as to paragraph development and topic sentences, see Content, “Paragraphs.” Also, take advantage of Writer's Corner tutors--see Online Tutoring on sidebar. Send assignment with your work--they will review any of your writings before you submit them! This is a guaranteed way to better grades.)
d--Read first section of Between Shades of Gray, “Thieves and Prostitutes,” chapters 1-28. Take first three reading quizzes (Go to Content: Reading Quizzes).
NOTE: THESE TASK MUST BE COMPLETED NO LATER THAN SUNDAY AT MIDNIGHT, OR YOU WILL BE ADMINISTRATIVELY DROPPED FROM THE COURSE MONDAY MORNING.
Week Two:
--Be sure to read your Weeky Review located in Content that covers the prior week's work. (Students will be held responsible for this material.)
--Thoroughly study Content: Lessons:“Stylistic Writing/Figurative Language.” Select a chapter in the first section of the book. Write paragraphs discussing Sepetys’ use of three different types of figurative language, i.e., stylistic devices. Briefly explain why such usage improves the writing. Submit to Drop Box as described there.
--See Content page, “Adjectives and Adverbs.” Select a chapter in section two of the book. Select your “three best adjective choices” and explain why you chose them. Post to Discussion Board. Select one adverb in your chosen chapter and do the same. Comment on peers’ postings.
--Read the second section of the novel, “Maps and Snakes,” chapters 29-62. Take next five quizzes!
Week Three:
--Be sure to read your Weeky Review of the prior week's work. (Students will be held responsible for this material.)
--Study Lessons: Organization":
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7P4fzbzwwAg
--Study Lessons: “Transitions.” Complete Transitions: Worksheet. Submit to Drop Box.
--Watch carefully: Lessons:Two youtube videos: "MLA Formatting" & "In-Text Citations" Then, list the five most important things you learned about MLA Citations and submit to Discussion Board. Discuss with peers. Make sure you understand that a quote cannot stand alone as a sentence; it must be grammatically and logically worked into (embedded into) the writer's sentence.
--Read last section of novel. Complete remaining quizzes.
Week Four:
--Be sure to read your Weeky Review of the prior week's work. (Students will be held responsible for this material.)
--Watch week four video lecture.
--See Lessons: “Section Titles: Symbolism.” Complete drop box assignment. Make sure you have completed above assignments before tackling this paragraph work.
--See Lessons: Watch video: "Stalin." Discuss what you learned with others in corresponding discussion post.
--Study Lessons: "Outline: Purpose"
Week Five:
--Be sure to read your Weeky Review of the prior week's work. (Students will be held responsible for this material.)
--Watch week five video lecture.
--Carefully study Essay One assignment page.
-- Submit your thesis and short sketch outline following the example given on your essay one assignment page to Drop Box BY TUESDAY EVENING FOR INPUT.
--Answer "sample essay" questions in drop box BY WEDNEDAY EVENING FOR CREDIT.
--Essay due Sunday by midnight.
Week Six
--Be sure to read your Weeky Review of the prior week's work. (Students will be held responsible for this material.)
--Watch Librarians’ Video for further understanding of citations. (You will complete embedded questions in the video as you go along.)
--Study ESSAY TWO ASSIGNMENT.
--Submit Tentative Intro Paragraph (see sample on page under essay) by WEDNESDAY for input and grade.
--Submit draft to tutoring early this week!
Week Seven:
--Be sure to read your Weeky Review of the prior week's work. (Students will be held responsible for this material.)
--Make sure you did submit a draft to Writer’s Corner tutors for input. (They will send me a note.)
--Revise, revise, revise
--Essay due FRIDAY NIGHT BY MIDNIGHT.
Week Eight
--Final Exam will be open Monday morning through TUESDAY until noon. Once opened, it should be self-explanatory. NO LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
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This course covers adult subject matter.
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