eng 102 introduction fall13

7/27/2019 Eng 102 Introduction Fall13

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Eng 102

English Composition 2

Jeannine Stanko


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Class Sections/Time/Location

Section: SC04

Dates: 8/19 12/9

Days: MWF

Time: 12:00 12:50 pm

Room: B 628


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Instructor Information

Jeannine Stanko

724-396-4158

[email protected]

Office Hours: MWF by appointment

Office Location: B-609


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Ice Breaker Given sheet of paper & in 5 minutes

Draw a picture that conveys who you are Do NOT use words or numbers

Explain picture to a neighbor

Neighbor will introduce the artist & explain how

artwork conveys who he/she is


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Ice BreakerHere are some ideas for your drawing:1. What would you leave in your will for the person you

care about the most?2. If you could have any job in the world, which one would

you want?

3. What is your worst nightmare?

4. You were just given a yacht. What would you name it?

5. If you could be a game show host, who would you be?

6. Which of Snow White's 7 dwarfs describes you best andwhy? (Doc, Happy, Bashful, Sleepy, Sneezy, Grumpy,Dopey)


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Materials & Resources

Hacker, Diana. Rules for Writers. 7th

ed. Boston:Bedford/St. Martins, 2012.

Ramage, John D., John C. Bean, and June Johnson.Writing Arguments: A Rhetoric with Readings. 9th

ed. New York: Pearson/Longman, 2012.

Flash drive

Tutoring Options: The Learning Assistance Center,Smartthinking.com, Instructor by appointment


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Learning Outcomes Use Standard Written English to create well-

structured sentences, paragraphs, and essays Review the writing process and use strategies to

further revising and editing skills Write extensive multi-paragraph essays using

argument and a variety of structural patternsconsidering audience and tone

Read critically, learning to summarize, analyze,interpret, and evaluate relevant information from avariety of print and electronic sources, as well as fromdirect observations, interviews and surveys

Make distinctions about the credibility, reliability,consistency, strengths, and limitations of resourcesbut not limited to information gathered from Websites


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Listed TopicsReview as Needed:

Grammar and mechanics

Organization, including introductions andconclusions

Peer evaluation

Writing process

Unity and coherence

Summary, paraphrase, and direct quotation

plagiarism


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Listed TopicsFurther Develop

Analytical thinking and writing skills using argumentative and persuasive strategies

Writing sound theses

Audience, purpose, and tone

Locating print and electronic source material Evaluating sources and evidence

Proper documentation

Synthesizing sources

Critical thinking

Clarity: syntax, semantics, and diction

Sentence variety and coherence


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Evaluation

Grading scaleA = 100-90%

B = 89 80%

C = 79-70% D = 69-60%

F = 59% or below


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Workload Expect to write 15-20 polished pages for the

semester

In-class 3 hours per week Spend 4 - 6 hours preparing for class weekly


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Grammar Portfolio

20% of final grade

2 submissions each worth 75 points

Assignments submitted after due date(regardless of absence) receive half-credit

Why are we doing this???

Objective is to show mastery knowledge ofvarious grammar topics

Further instructions to follow


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Homework

5% of final grade

Ramage chapter assignments

(2 homework logs each worth 25 points)

Full credit if completed by due date

Half-credit after regardless of absence


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Essays 50% of final grade

Classical Argument (script & presentation (2 pages)) 100 points

Visual Argument (political cartoon (23 pages))

40 points

Definition or Resemblance Outline/Argument (3-4pgs) 100 points

Causal/Rogerian/Toulmin detailed outline (2pgs) (20points each) - 60 points

Ethical Argument (3-4 pgs) 100 points

Proposal Argument in APA (3-4 pgs) 100 points


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Assessments & Attendance

25% final grade Midterm 100 points

Final (Part 1) 100 points

Final (Part 2) 50 pointsAttendance TBD


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MulligansEach test, portfolio, and essay can be

redone once

Due before next test, portfolio, or essayMulligan is forfeited if absent on

assignments due date


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Essay Submission

Must be submitted at beginning of class! No late papers will be accepted except in case

of an emergency.

Computer problem is NOT an emergency.

Email essay option

Attach & copy/paste into body

Must be received before class on due date

I will respond for your reassurance (text!)

A plagiarized essay will result in failure ofassignment!


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Attendance: Expect to attend every class

3 absences result in class failure! Each class worth 1% of final grade

20 or more minutes late counts as an absence

After 3 late entries/early departures, begin to count as

absence Considered late after roll taken

Rough drafts and in-class work can not be madeup

Homework assignments receive half-credit If miss an assessment, mulligan is forfeited

Essays and portfolios submitted after due datealso forfeit mulligan


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Electronics Must be turned off & out of sight

Texting or engaging in social networking

Computer/internet activities during instruction Receive an absence for class period

No personal calls or bathroom breaks Inform about emergencies

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Disclaimers

Disruptions talking during instruction orstudent Q&A Refer to Student Handbookfor

acceptable/unacceptable behavior

Disciplinary policies & procedures of college

CCAC makes every effort to provide reasonableaccommodations for students with disabilities.Questions about services and procedures shouldcontact the Office of Supportive Services.

During the semester, reasonable changes to thecourse outline may be academically appropriate.Students will be notified of these adjustments ina timely manner.


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Class Website can access through Blackboard

Can access directly

http://english102cork.weebly.com


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Questions?


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Writing Sample PromptDue Friday

Choose 1 of the following.Are we doing enough to prevent climate

change from harming the Earth?

Is torture acceptable during times of war? Should healthcare be the responsibility of the

government?

How should we solve the oil crisis biofuels,

solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric, etc? How is the election process unfair?

Do violent video games cause behavior

problems for society?

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