Spring 2020 Course Syllabus Course: ENGL-1302- Section: 72 English Composition II

Instructor Information
Instructor	Chelsey Galloway
E-mail	daigleca1@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-7321
Office	Location: Madison Monroe - Room: 207B Hours: Office Hours by appointment only.
Department	General Education and Developmental Studies Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 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.
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. Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or its equivalent Note: Students whose degree plan re
Prerequisites	Passed English 1301; Basic skills competency in reading and writing required.
Learning Outcomes	Course Student Learning Outcomes upon successful completion of this course, students will: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of individual and collaborative writing processes. PSLO 1 measured by essay rubric. 2. Develop ideas and synthesize primary and secondary sources within focused academic arguments, including one or more research-based essays. PSLO 1 & 4 measures by class discussion/teamwork and essay rubric. 3. Analyze, interpret, and evaluate a variety of texts for the ethical and logical uses of evidence. PSLO 1 & 2 measured by essay rubric. 4. Write in a style that clearly communicates meaning, builds credibility, and inspires belief or action. PSLO 1, 2, 6, Alpha measured by class discussion and essay rubric, pre-test/post-test. 5. Apply the conventions of style manuals for specific academic disciplines. 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. *Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national, and/or global communities. *Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions, and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Textbooks	None
Lecture Topics Outline	We will be doing a great deal of reading and writing in class, so be prepared! Our readings will be accompanied by online discussion boards, in which I am happy to guide the conversation with talking points but encourage students to take the lead whenever possible. In addition to participating in these group discussions, students will be expected to complete individual response papers to further analyze the literature. Students will complete a research paper as their major project for the semester in which they will choose a topic/argument based around one or more pieces of literature, conduct research using secondary sources, and synthesize their findings into their own writing. I have a passion for English Composition, so I truly look forward to working with you as we dive into literary analysis this semester.
Major Assignments Schedule	***I will provide a more detailed reading/assignment schedule at the start of the semester** Week 1: Introductions/Syllabus Week 2: Fiction Week 3: Fiction Week 4: Fiction Week 5: Fiction Week 6: Poetry Week 7: Poetry Week 8: *SPRING BREAK! Week 9: Poetry/ Research Paper: Topic approval Week 10: Poetry/ Research Paper: Source Approval Week 11: Research Paper Due Week 12: Drama Week 13: Drama Week 14: Drama Week 15: Drama Week 16: Final review/ Final Exam
Final Exam Date	May 8, 2020 - 12:00 AM   Through  May 8, 2020 - 11:00 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	5% - Attendance/Participation 15% - Final 15% - Other Assignments 25% - Research Paper 40% - Response Papers
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Plagiarism policy will be discussed in in further detail; first offense will result in a 0 for the assignment, and the second offense will result in failing the class. Ignorance is not a defense. The Plagiarism Contract will be read in class and signed by each student who verifies he/she understands exactly what plagiarism is and the consequences if it is committed. Plagiarism is a serious offense and will be dealt with as such.
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Students with more than three unexcused absences will receive an academic penalty in the form of a grade reduction. Excessive tardiness will, likewise, have an effect on your grade. As an online course, your "attendance" will be noted by your log in access dates on Blackboard, which can be seen by the instructor. Additionally, I will be providing weekly discussion posts in which a student must respond in order to be counted "present" and "participating" in the class. Your attendance and participation in my course counts for 5% of your overall grade, and I will be deducting points for lack of participation in our group discussions.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
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.
Important Information
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.
MyLamarPA	Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLamarPA.
Other	I will be grading your essays using a ten category 1301 Essay Grading Rubric, which I will provide for you at the beginning of the semester. I will be posting your grades on Blackboard for you to access at any point throughout the semester. If you would like to meet with me about your grade, then you will need to schedule an appointment with me. Communication is key. I receive emails directly to my phone, and I am quick to respond. If you have any comments, questions, or concerns at any point in the semester, please feel free to reach out to me. There is no need for you to go through the semester with any unanswered questions or unaddressed issues. I am here to assist you in any way that I can, and I want everyone to get the most out of their online experience this semester! Come talk to me if you are struggling; my door is always open. Your success in this class in important to me!
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.