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Eng 102

English Composition 2

Jeannine Stanko


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Class Sections/Time/Location

Section: BC06

Dates: 8/18-12/3

Days: T/HTime: 11:00AM-12:15PM

Room: N545


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Instructor Information

Jeannine Stanko

724-396-4158

[email protected]

Office Hours: MTWH by appointment

Office Location: Writing Lab


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Activity DirectionsMeet with a classmate who you do not know. Answer one of the questions on the following side.

The classmate will introduce you to the class.


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Ice Breaker

1. If you were stranded on a deserted island, whatthree books and three people would you take with you? Why?

2. What is your favorite song and why?

3. Which two famous people would you love to seehave an argument? Why?


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Materials & Resources

Behrens, Laurence and Leonard J. Rosen. Writingand Reading Across the Curriculum. 13th ed. New York: Pearson Longman, 2016.

Flash drive, internet access

Tutoring Options: The Learning Assistance Center,Smartthinking.com, Writing Lab, Instructor byappointment


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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 a variety 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 scale A = 100-90%

B = 89 – 80%

C = 79-70%

D = 69-60%

F = 59% or below

Grades will be updated periodically onBlackBoard. It is YOUR responsibility tosecure a login.


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Workload Expect to write 15-20 polished pages for the

semester

In-class 3 hours per week Spend 4 ½ - 6 hours preparing for class weekly


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Grammar Portfolio (which is your homework)20% of final grade

2 submissions each worth 100 points

Why are we doing this???

Objective is to show mastery knowledge of various grammar topics

Further instructions to follow


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Essays – 50% of final grade

Summary – 100 points

Critique– 100 points

Analysis – 100 points Argument Synthesis – 200 points


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Assessments & Attendance

30% final grade Final (grammar) – 80 points

Final (writing) – 100 points

Attendance – TBD (min. 120 pts.)


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MulligansEach portfolio and essay can be redone

once

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

assignment’s due date

Further instructions for mulligansubmission described in syllabus


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Essay Submission

Must be submitted at beginning of class! Late papers forfeit mulligan

Essays will not be accepted after mulligandeadline

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

After 3 absences drop 1 letter grade every one after

20 or more minutes late counts as an absence

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

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 formal bathroom breaks Go if you have to go

Inform about emergencies


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Disclaimers

Disruptions – talking during instruction orstudent Q&A Refer to Student Handbook for

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 directly

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Questions?


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For Thursday... Purchase textbook

Read syllabus

Create one question about class guidelines andprocedures

Bring a pencil


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Writing Sample – Due Tuesday Write a college-level essay answering one of the following

prompts. You may use the computer, textbook, and anyother necessary sources to complete this task.

What roles do ethics play in everyday life?

What must parents do in order to ensure that a future America can compete globally (commercially and/oracademically)?

When choosing careers, should people do what they loveor focus on monetary earnings?

To what extent has social media accelerated the spread ofrumors?

What is happiness?

Is obedience necessary?


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Diagnostic Essay Prompt…

Yes, those are the only directionsthat I am giving. Do not ask meabout page lengths, formatting, or

anything else. This is aDIAGNOSTIC, and it counts as 10%of your final essay grade.

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