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Summer Sessions 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: ENGL-1301 (Section: 75, CRN: 61101) Composition I |
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| Instructor | Anne Christine Rudholm | ||||||||
| rudholma@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6330 | ||||||||
| Office | Educational I - Room: 131 | ||||||||
| Office Hours | By appointment only. | ||||||||
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| Description | 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. | ||||||||
| 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.
The readings required for this course will be provided by the Instructor, primarily drawn from the public online domain and educational resources for students. |
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| Prerequisites | Basic skills competency (TSI complete) in reading and writing required. | ||||||||
| Core Objectives | 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 with appropriate support and attribution. (PSLO 1 & 4)measured by class discussion/team work and essay rubric. 3. Write in a style appropriate to audience and purpose. (PSLO 2)measured by essay rubric. 4. Read, reflect, and respond critically to a variety of texts. (PSLO 1,4,6, Alpha)measured by class discussion & essay rubric, Pre-test/Post-test. 5. Use Edited American English in academic essays. (PSLO 2)measured by essay rubric. | ||||||||
| Lecture Topics Outline |
Please note: The "Facility Policies" do not apply for an online course. However, I ask that you show courtesy and respect to your classmates and to me. We are learning together, and class--albeit online-- is a lot more fun and fruitful if we show kindness and respect towards each other. | ||||||||
| Major Assignments Schedule |
This course outline is subject to change and I reserve the right to make any changes as I see fit depending upon the needs of the class. Week 1: Intro to course, cover syllabus. Log on to LamarPA and email. Netiquette Review, Six Traits Good Writing, Grammar/Punctuation, TED talk diagnostic writing. Week 2: Grammar/Punctuation, Fiction, Writing Week 3: Essay#1 Due: Descriptive, Grammar/Punctuation Week 4: Fiction, Writing Week 5: Essay#2 Due: Narrative Week 6: Fiction, Writing Week 7: Essay#3 Due: Process Analysis Week 8: Intro to Library Research and Annotated Bibliography Week 9: Research & Anno Bibs, Intro to Etymology/Definition Week 10: Anno-Bibs due, Etymology, Intro to Group Projects Week 11: Group Projects, Group Presentations due Week 12: Essay #4 Due: Etymology/Definition Week 13: Argumentation/Persuasion Workshop, Writing Week 14: Argumentation/Persuasion, Intro to Satire Week 15: Essay #5 Due, Review for Final Week 16: Final Exam | ||||||||
| Final Exam Date | August 13, 2022 - 9:0 AM Through August 13, 2022 - 5:0 PM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale |
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| Determination of Final Grade |
Major Expository Essays: 60% Additional Writing, Responses, Journals, Critical Thinking and Grammar/Language Exercises: 30% Final Exam: 10% |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies | PLEASE NOTE: THE "FACILITY POLICIES" (BELOW) DO NOT APPLY TO ONLINE COURSES. (Obviously you'll be using electronic devices haha!) I do ask, however, that you show courtesy and respect to your classmates and to me. We are learning together, and class--albeit online-- is a lot more fun and fruitful if we show kindness and respect towards each other. | ||||||||
| Attendance Policy | Attendance for online classes will be taken in the form of class participation in various assignments. Also, I am able to tell when you have last logged in, and whether or not you are logging in regularly. In this shortened session, it is imperative that you check your email and blackboard regularly (daily). ALWAYS USE YOUR OFFICIAL LSCPA EMAIL IN CONNECTION WITH THIS COURSE. IF YOU USE A PERSONAL EMAIL, I WILL NOT RESPOND TO YOU. Failure to participate in class will result in a lowered "Attendance/Participation" grade. | ||||||||
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| 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. |
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| 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. | ||||||||
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