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English 101-13922 (100% Online): College Reading and Composition ISummer 2018 Syllabus

Dr. Karen Crozer 100% Online [email protected] 7/16-

8/15/2018(818) 364-7715 Office: Instructional Building 19

Print out this document & post in a place where you can see it on a daily basis. This is your calendar. All email communication regarding this course will be via the LACCD student email system. Check your student email account daily, or you will not have the information that you need. Check for clarification of assignments and important college notices at this email.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: College Reading and Composition I (3 units)Develops proficiency in college-level reading and writing through the application of the principles of rhetoric, argument, and critical thinking. Students will write expository essays based on college-level readings. Emphasis is placed on the research paper. This course requires the writing of a minimum of 6000 words in essays and a research paper.

YOUR INSTRUCTOR:Instructor: Dr. Karen Crozer (“Dr. Crozer” or “Dr. C”)Office: Instructional Building, Faculty Office 19Office Hours: By appointmentPhone: 818-364-7715Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.lamission.edu/~crozerkj

YOUR TEXTBOOK:This course is ZTC – zero textbook cost. Our textbook, The Process of Research Writing, by Steven D. Krause, is available online for free as an open educational resource (OER). You may access the textbook at any time here: http://www.stevendkrause.com/tprw. We will only need certain chapters, which are located in the calendar that appears at the end of this syllabus. I will provide a PDF copy of the necessary chapters and other resources that you can download for use when you are offline.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:

produce a unified essay of 1,000 words that shows mastery of critical thinking, logical organization, and mechanics.

produce a 6-8 page research paper, which utilizes library research and documents evidence.

Please note: I do not accept late assignments of any kind. I also do not give incompletes. Make sure you are prepared to meet the deadlines laid out on the calendar.

CANVAS:Before the first day, please visit the Canvas login page at the link below and log on. You can find the syllabus, schedule, and other relevant materials at http://ilearn.laccd.edu. Use your SIS log in. Tutorials: How to change your password: https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-2893 How to set your notification preferences: https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-1286 How to reset your password if you forget it: https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-1517I also encourage you to download the Canvas smart phone app. I recommend that you use Chrome or Firefox when using Canvas; Internet Explorer often creates issues with Canvas.

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http://www.stevendkrause.com/tprw

http://www.lamission.edu/~crozerkj

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GRADING:Checking Grades: Students must monitor their Canvas grade book for discrepancies and contact the professor for adjustments immediately after a grade is posted. Grades and/or missing work will not be discussed after the final essay is due. No incompletes will be given for this class.

Grading Standards: 90-100% = A; 80-89%=B; 70-79%=C. Therefore 70-100% is passing. 0-69% is failing.

Grade Distribution:All of the activities in this course add up to 1,000 points. You will receive a letter grade for this class. Papers 500 pointsPrewriting 100 pointsQuizzes 160 pointsDiscussion Boards 130 pointsAnnotated Works Cited 50 pointsFinal Exam 50 pointsPlagiarism Certificate 10 points

MAJOR ASSIGNMENTS:PapersAll papers need to be formatted according to MLA style: 12 point font, Times New Roman font, 1 inch margins, title block, header, double spacing, etc. NO late essays will be accepted. Writing assignments will be run through Vericite to check for plagiarism.

All papers are uploaded through Canvas and do not require a hard copy. Students are responsible for submitting documents in Word or PDF format. All papers must have MLA in-text citations and a Works Cited page. After Paper 1, students must show that they have read and used teacher feedback from previous essays to improve their writing.

PrewritingThough Canvas labels them as quizzes, prewriting activities are guided brainstorms. They include a list of short answer questions that will help you prepare to write each essay. I do not grade on spelling and grammar for prewriting; rather, I look to see that you have fully completed the short answer questions. You will have unlimited attempts and unlimited time up to the deadline for completion.

QuizzesQuizzes are available through Canvas. Due dates are listed on our schedule. Please make sure to take every quiz by the deadline. You may take each quiz unlimited times. The highest grade will stay in the gradebook. All quizzes are untimed and open book. Quizzes cover the reading assigned for each week.

Final Exam:The final exam covers a combination of logic topics, including ethos, pathos, and logos; logical fallacies; and the three types of argumentation. The final is timed and open book. It may only be taken one time.

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Grade BreakdownPapers

Prewriting

Quizzes

Discussion Boards

Annotated Works Cited

Final Exam

Plagiarism Certifica-tion

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INSTRUCTOR AVAILABILITY:This course officially begins on Monday, July 16, and ends on Wednesday, August 15, 2018. If you email me during the week (M-Fr), I will try to respond within 1-2 business days. Weekends and holidays will take a little longer.

ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION: Active participation is essential to this course. You must keep up with readings, participate in discussions, and complete quizzes and writing submissions. During the class, if you do not demonstrate your presence on a weekly basis via your postings and the submission of your required homework, you will be dropped from this class. Students are dropped for non-attendance. If you do not post your first discussion board postings by Tuesday, July 17, at 11:59pm of the first week, you may be dropped. One week of “absence” (or in this case non-participation) will result in being dropped from this class, just as one week of absence in an on-campus class would result in being dropped from the class. I do not give incompletes or allow late assignments.

GUIDELINES FOR SUBMITTING WRITING ASSIGNMENTS:All writing assignments need to be formatted according to MLA style: 12 point font, Times New Roman, 1 inch margins. NO late essays will be accepted. If necessary, I reserve the right to submit any essays I suspect of plagiarism through Vericite as well. Technical problems involving personal equipment or data, internet access, or the misuse of Canvas will not be considered valid excuses for late work. Don’t wait until the last minute to submit your paper! Please also use a proper MLA header for every assignment you submit. You can see a sample of proper first page formatting under “Important Documents” on our Canvas homepage.

GROUP DISCUSSION POSTINGS: In general, your initial post on a discussion board topic presented is due by 11:59 PM Wednesday evenings. Your second post responds to other students and is due by 11:59 PM Sunday evenings. You need to respond to at least two student posts in the discussion forum. This schedule is slightly different for Weeks 1 & 5, so please follow the calendar. Canvas does not allow me to post two due dates, so I have put the date when your first post is due as the deadline. Your reply posts are not due at that date; they are due the following Sunday. If you are ever confused, please refer to the instructions for each individual discussion board. These instructions give in-depth details on when first posts and reply posts are due and what length expectations are. Every post (or reply to a post) that you write has the same requirement; it should be full sentences written using college level English. Initial posts are due first, while responses are often due a few days later. PLEASE NOTE: Replies that say “good job,” “Dear Tom,” “I agree with you” and similar statements don’t count as sentences. If you agree or disagree, please state why. Be sure to add something to the conversation. If the posting is not thoughtful and relevant, you will not earn points. Follow proper netiquette. For more information, visit: http://www.albion.com/netiquette/index.html.

Academic Honesty:Plagiarism is the use of another person’s words as if they were your own. Plagiarism will result in a failing paper and possibly failing the class. By following MLA conventions, you limit your chance of plagiarism.If you do not use MLA formatting including in-text citations and a Works Cited page, you will receive an “F” for your paper. If you have doubts about how to follow MLA format to document sources, check with your instructor before the paper is due. Cheating or the copying of another’s work is of no value in terms of your progress. Students are expected to follow the Standards of Student Conduct as outlined in the LAMC Catalog.

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EVALUATION RUBRIC FOR DISCUSSION BOARDSGRADE QUALITY RELEVANCE CONTRIBUTION BIGGER

PICTURE QUOTE

Excellent (8-12 points)

Appropriate comments: thoughtful, reflective and respectful of other students’ postings.

Clear reference to assignment or prior posting being discussed.

Furthers the discussion with questions or statements that encourage others to respond.

Clearly connects the posting to text or reference points from previous readings, activities, and discussions

Appropriate comments: thoughtful, reflective and respectful of other students’ comments.

Good/Fair(4-8 points)

Appropriate comments and responds respectfully to other students’ postings.

Some reference to assignment/ posting, but taken out of context, the reader would not understand.

Participates but does not post anything that encourages others to respond to the posting.

Vague or possible connection to reference points from previous readings, activities and discussions.

Appropriate comments and responds respectfully to other students’ comments.

IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES: Please see LAMC site for full calendar. Drop without receiving a W, without incurring fees, and with a refund: July 18. (Remember, in LACCD, you only get 3 attempts per class. A “W” counts as an attempt. Drop before this date to avoid a dropped class counting as 1 attempt.) Drop classes with a W: August 11. (If you stop attending a class or wish to drop, YOU MUST DROP THE CLASS YOURSELF OFFICIALLY on/before this date to avoid failing and hurting your GPA.) Holidays (College Closed):

o Independence Day-July 4

Enrollment Limit: 3 Repeat Rule There is a new LACCD enrollment limit. The limit is now three times to take a class and includes W (withdrawal), D, F, and NP (no pass) grades. Students will not be allowed to register for any course in LACCD if there are three recorded attempts for that course in any combination of W, D, F, and NP grades. If you must drop a course, drop by the deadline for dropping without a W. If you do miss this deadline, then drop by the deadline to receive a W instead of a D, F, or NP.

Technical Access and Skills: An online course requires consistent access to a computer, a strong, reliable internet connection, and some basic

knowledge on using email, word processing programs, and internet browsing. If you are not competent in these skills, consider taking a traditional lecture class.

The minimum computer requirements are:Computer: either a Mac or PC with modem/wifi.Broadband or high speed internet access is preferred and is required to view the videos.Software: Web browser software, preferably Firefox or Chrome, e-mail address and a word processing program.Get Firefox: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/all.htmlGet Chrome: https://www.google.com/chromeStudents who do not have regular computer access may use computers in the campus Learning Resource Center. Be sure to save all your papers and assignments on a flash drive or the cloud.

Disabled Students Programs & Services:LAMC students with verified disabilities who are requesting academic accommodations should use the following procedure: Step 1: Obtain documentation of your disability from a licensed professional. You may contact DSPS to request a Disability Verification Form.

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Step 2: Make an appointment to meet with a DSPS Specialist to review your documentation and discuss reasonable accommodations. To schedule a meeting, please call DSPS at (818) 364-7732.Step 3: Bring your disability documentation to your DSPS appointment. The DSPS office is located in room 1018 of the Instructional Building.Step 4: Each semester, reach written accommodation agreement with the DSPS Specialist and your instructor.Please complete this process in a timely manner to allow adequate time to provide accommodation.

COLLEGE RESOURCES FOR LAMC STUDENTSsee http://lamission.edu/de/student-resources Admissions and Records: Students can register for classes, request transcripts, file petitions for graduation, and drop classes at this office. For more information call 818-833-3322 or visit: http://www.lamission.edu/admissions/ Assessment Center: Offers student assessments in English, English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) and Mathematics. Please contact the Assessment Center at (818) 364-7613 for more information or visit http://www.lamission.edu/assessment/ Bookstore: For hours of operation, book availability, buybacks, and other information call 818-364-7767 or 7768 or visit http://eagleslanding.lamission.edu/default.asp Counseling Department: For appointments and information call 818-364-7655 or visit http://www.lamission.edu/counseling/ Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSP&S): For appointments, eligibility and information call 818-364- 7732 or visit http://www.lamission.edu/dsps/ Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOP&S): For appointments, eligibility and information call 818-364-7645 or visit http://www.lamission.edu/eops/ Financial Aid: For information and applications call 818-364-7648 or visit http://www.lamission.edu/financialaid/ Library: For information on hours, resources, workshops, and other services contact 818-364-7106 or visit http://www.lamission.edu/library/ STEM Office: For information on free tutoring, resources and academic counseling for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Technology) students visit: http://www.lamission.edu/stem Tutoring Services in Learning Center: Laboratories for Learning, Writing, Math & Science. Walk-in and appointment services offered. Call 818-364-7754 or visit http://www.lamission.edu/learningcenter/ Three Attempt Limit: A state policy limits students to three attempts per course. Receiving a grade or a "W" for a course counts as an attempt, regardless of when the course was taken. Withdrawal by the deadline to avoid a "W" will not count as an attempt.

This syllabus is subject to change if the need arises. All changes will be communicated to class participants in a timely fashion.

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WEEKLY CALENDAR FOR DR. CROZER’S ONLINE ENGL 101-13922Week Type of Info Class Activities

#1 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Critical Reading; Taking Notes; The Writing ProcessWriting Focus: Plagiarism; MLA Formatting; Embedding Quotations (“The Quotation Sandwich”)Reading Focus: TPRW Ch. 1-2, Quotation Sandwich Resources

7/16-7/22 Complete During the Week

[ ] READING: TPRW Ch. 1 & 2, Quotation Sandwich Resources, & Syllabus[ ] Complete all tasks in Week 1 Module[ ] First postings for Discussion #1 is due Tuesday. Remember, if you do not post by Tuesday evening, you may be dropped from this class for non- attendance.)[ ] Complete Prewriting: Essay 1[ ] Complete Plagiarism Certificate training

TUESDAY* HOMEWORK

Submit by Tuesday*, 7/17* by 11:59pm to avoid being dropped****

[ ] Complete first post in Discussion Board #1

WEDNESDAY HOMEWORK

Submit by Wednesday, 7/18

[ ] Submit: Prewriting for Paper 1, Extended Definition (25 pts)[ ] Complete first post in Discussion Board #2

WEEKEND 1 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 7/22, at 11:59pm

[ ] Post (3x total): Discussion Board #1 (12 pts)[ ] Post (3x total): Discussion Board #2 (12 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on TPRW Chapter 1 (10 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on TPRW Chapter 2 (10 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on Quotation Sandwich Resources (10 pts)[ ] Upload: Paper 1, Extended Definition (100 pts)[ ] Upload: Plagiarism Certificate (10 pts)

#2 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Ethos, Pathos, and Logos; Rhetorical Analysis; Logical FallaciesWriting Focus: Fragments; Peer Review and Collaboration; Cause & EffectReading Focus: Ethos, Pathos, and Logos Resources 1 & 2; TPRW Chapter 4; Logical Fallacy Resources


[ ] READING: Ethos, Pathos, and Logos Resources 1 & 2; TPRW Chapter 4; Logical Fallacy Resources[ ] Complete all tasks in Week 2 Module[ ] Complete first post in Discussion Boards #3-4 by Wednesday at 11:59pm

WEDNESDAY HOMEWORK


[ ] Complete first post in Discussion Board #3-4[ ] Upload: Paper 2, Defining Rhetorical Strategies (50 pts)[ ] Submit: Prewriting for Paper 3, Rhetorical Analysis (25 pts)

WEEKEND 2 HOMEWORK


[ ] Post (3x total): Discussion Board #3 (12 pts)[ ] Post (3x total): Discussion Board #4 (12 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on Ethos, Pathos, and Logos Resources (10 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on TPRW Chapter 4 (10 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on Logical Fallacy Resources (30 pts)[ ] Upload: Paper 3, Rhetorical Analysis (100 pts)[ ] Submit: Prewriting for Paper 4, Compare & Contrast (25 pts)

#3 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Seeing Cause & Effect in Logic; Critiquing Thoughtfully; Unpacking StereotypesWriting Focus: The Thesis; Compare and ContrastReading Focus: TPRW Chapter 5 & 7; Guide to Writing a Compare and Contrast Essay


[ ] READING: TPRW Chapter 5 & 7; Guide to Writing a Compare and Contrast Essay[ ] Complete all tasks in Week 3 Module[ ] Complete first post in Discussion Board #5-6 by Wednesday at 11:59pm

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WEDNESDAY HOMEWORK


[ ] Complete first post in Discussion Board #5-6

WEEKEND 3 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 8/5 at 11:59pm

[ ] Post (3x total): Discussion Board #5 (12 pts)[ ] Post (3x total): Discussion Board #6 (12 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on TPRW Chapter 5 (10 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on TPRW Chapter 7 (10 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on a Guide to Compare & Contrast Essays (10 pts)[ ] Upload: Prewriting for Paper 5, The Research Paper: Cause & Effect(25 pts)

#4 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Types of Arguments; Exploring Educational ParadigmsWriting Focus: Writing About Gender; Writing About Stereotypes and Norms; Research for Making an ArgumentReading Focus: Slides on Classical, Toulminian, and Rogerian Arguments; Prezi on Classical, Toulminian, and Rogerian Arguments; TPRW Chapter 7


[ ] READING: Slides on Classical, Toulminian, and Rogerian Arguments; Prezi on Classical, Toulminian, and Rogerian Arguments; TPRW Chapter 7[ ] Complete all tasks in Week 4 Module[ ] Complete first post in Discussion Board #7-8 by Wednesday at 11:59pm

WEDNESDAY HOMEWORK


[ ] Complete first post in Discussion Board #7-8[ ] Submit: Paper 4, Compare & Contrast (100 pts)

WEEKEND 4 HOMEWORK


[ ] Post (3x total): Discussion Board #7 (12 pts)[ ] Post (3x total): Discussion Board #8 (12 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on Slides on C, T, and R Arguments (10 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on Prezi on C, T, and R Arguments (10 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on TPRW Chapter 6 (10 pts)[ ] Upload: Annotated Works Cited for Paper 5, Cause & Effect (50 pts)

#5 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: The Power of a Good Lead; Conclusions and Ending Well; The Power of Books; Revisions & ProofreadingWriting Focus: MLA In-Text Citations – Special Cases; Integrating and Citing Online Sources; Reading More to Writer Better; Research PaperReading Focus: MLA Update 2016


[ ] READING: MLA Update 2016[ ] Complete all tasks in Week 5 Module by Wednesday[ ] Complete first posts in Discussion Board #9 by Monday at 11:59pm[ ] Complete all posts in Discussion Board #9-10 by Wednesday at 11:59pm

FINAL WEEK:MONDAY* HOMEWORK

Submit by Monday,* 8/13*

[ ] Complete first post in Discussion Board #9

FINAL WEEK:WEDNESDAY* HOMEWORK

Submit by Wednesday,* 8/15,* at 11:59pm

[ ] Post (3x total): Discussion Board #9 (12 pts)[ ] Post (1x total): Discussion Board #10 (22 pts)[ ] Complete: Quiz on MLA Update 2016 (20 pts)[ ] Complete: Final Logic Exam (50 pts)[ ] Upload: Paper 5, The Research Paper: Cause & Effect (150 pts)

*Please note that these assignments are due on special days.

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