Fall 2022 Course Syllabus Course: ENGL-1302 (Section: 4C, CRN: 92810) Composition II

Instructor Information
Instructor	Dr. Michelle Judice
Email	judicemw@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6352
Office	Student Success Center - Room: 129
Office Hours	Please schedule an appointment: judicemw@lamarpa.edu
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
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.
Required Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Students will be given links in Blackboard to short stories (prose) and poetry. In-person classes may include a handout packet, as well as written formatting instructions. Need wide-ruled paper, binder/folder, and BLACK ink pens. NO textbook necessary. MUST HAVE access to a computer that has Word on it (caution: several Chrome books are not compatible with Blackboard)
Additional Materials/Resources	None.
Corequisites/Prerequisites	PASSED English 1301. Basic skills competency in reading and writing required.
Learning Outcomes	Upon successful completion of this course, students will: Demonstrate knowledge of individual and collaborative writing processes.(PSLO 1)measured by essay rubric. Develop ideas and synthesize primary and secondary sources within focused academic arguments, including one or more research-based essays.(PSLO 1 & 4) measured by class discussion/team work and essay rubric. Analyze, interpret, and evaluate a variety of texts for the ethical and logical uses of evidence.(PSLO 1&2)measured by essay rubric. Write in a style that clearly communicates meaning, builds credibility, and inspires belief or action.(PSLO 1,2,6,) measured by class discussion discussion & essay rubric, Pre-test/Post-test. Apply the conventions of style manuals for specific academic disciplines (e.g. APA, CMS, MLA, etc.)(PSLO 2)measured by essay rubric.
Core Objectives	Communication Skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.  Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.  Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.  Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Lecture Topics Outline	Theory and Practice of Writing  Standard vs Non-Standard English Grammar * Punctuation  Fiction (short stories): Plot, Theme, Symbolism, Relevancy  Poetry: Plot, Theme, Symbolism, Relevancy  Drama (play): Plot, Theme, Symbolism, Relevancy  Research Paper: definition, examples, instructions
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1: Course Introduction, Syllabus Review, Netiquette review. Diagnostic paper. Week 2: Fiction Week 3: Fiction, TEST Week 4: Fiction Week 5: Fiction, TEST Week 6: Poetry Week 7: Poetry, TEST Week 8: Poetry, PACKET Week 9: Begin Research Paper. Week 10: Work on Research Paper. Week 11: RESEARCH PAPER finished/submitted Week 12: Drama Week 13: Drama Week 14: Drama Week 15: Final review. FINAL
Final Exam Date	December 1, 2022 - 12:30 AM   Through  December 1, 2022 - 3:30 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Assignments (including Final): 80%        Research Paper: 20%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	English 1302 IS a composition class, so we will be doing a GREAT DEAL of writing, almost all written IN class! I am excited about being here and really enjoy my job, the subject matter AND the students. I hope you, for the most part, enjoy it too. Each student MUST bring the text we are using EVERY time we meet. We will always be reading and/or writing so you should be here :-) If not, please make a friend in class to text/call and find out what you missed. Please remember: NO LATE WORK. NO MAKE-UP WORK. IN-CLASS WRITING ASSIGNMENTS that will be submitted through Safe Assign. The first plagiarized paper is given a 0 with NO make-up assignment given. The second plagiarized piece will result in an F for the class. FINAL MUST BE TAKEN TO PASS CLASS. ALL WRITING SUBMITTED MUST BE WRITTEN BY THE STUDENT (him or herself) ENROLLED IN THE CLASS WITH NO OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE. Essays ARE all written IN the classroom. Plagiarism: A grade of 0 for first time (whatever the assignment is) F for the entire course if it happens again. Ignorance is NOT a defense. The Plagiarism Contract will be read aloud in class and signed by students verifying they know exactly what plagiarism is and the consequences if committed. Plagiarism is a serious offense and will be dealt with as such.
Attendance Policy	Three absences allowed. Students must drop themselves; I will not. We meet about 43 times during our semester together :-) Please do not be tardy as those will amount to an absence also. Arriving tardy is rude and interrupts/distracts fellow students. NO LATE WORK. NO MAKE-UP WORK. I really DO care, and expect, that you attend.
Additional Information	I want you to succeed; I AM here to help you pass the class. However, you have to want it as much as I do. This means you should attend every class, stay awake, and actively participate. Stay current with the reading (there will be a lot of it), and actually put some thought into what you write. This is the last composition class you will have so hone your writing during this semester and let me help you become a stronger and better writer. Come talk to me if you are struggling (BEFORE it is too late in the semester to salvage a passing grade). Your success in this class is very important to me!
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA	Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect	As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct	LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting	For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
Grievance / Complaint / Concern	If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Department Information	General Education and Developmental Studies Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis Email: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341