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PrerequisitesEnglish 101, or an equivalent, is a prerequisite for this course. Students should not enroll concurrently in English 101 and 102 and may not enroll in 200+ level English courses until English 101 and 102 are successfully completed. If you transferred or tested out of 101, you are expected to demonstrate mastery of the skills taught in English 101 at McNeese.

Course DescriptionWriting researched themes and exercises. Reinforcement of academic writing, research, and writing across the curriculum introduced in ENGL 101. Students will produce at least 5000 words of researched writing during the semester. Notes: No duplicate credit for ENGL 106H. Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or equivalent. Lec. 3 Cr. 3. Gen. Ed. WE.

Texts & MaterialsA topic reader specified in your instructor’s syllabus for your section of the course.Costello, Rita D. McNeese State University Composition and Rhetoric Guide, 2017-2018. Fountainhead,

2017. Bullock, Richard, et al. The Little Seagull Handbook with Exercises. 3rd ed., W. W. Norton, 2017.Other materials: Portfolio folder (manila folder with a tab), scantrons, and examination booklets

Student Learner OutcomesUpon successful completion of this course, students’ abilities will reflect the following competencies:1. Communicate effectively in written English2. Demonstrate the ability to think critically and work independently on research projects3. Demonstrate the elements of good academic writing and an understanding of the rhetorical

principles of audience, purpose, and content4. Demonstrate understanding of ethical and effective use of writing tools 5. Critically read scholarly work and demonstrate comprehension of research materials6. Demonstrate proficiency in annotating, quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing scholarly work7. Analyze and incorporate both primary and secondary research materials into original essays8. Document research properly using both MLA and APA documentation styles9. Use technology to research and write effectively, including databases, word processing, and Moodle

Assessments1. In-class and online discussions of readings, prospectus, and research projects2. Three 1000-word researched texts with documented sources (3-4 pages each not including Works

Cited) and one 2000-word researched text with documented sources (6-8 pages not including Works Cited); approximately 5000 words of polished prose

3. Assignments with evidence of note-taking, quoting, paraphrasing, summarizing, and analyzing readings

4. Final exam essay with documented sources5. Ongoing self-assessment and end-of-semester portfolio review6. Participation: Beginning Self-Assessment, journals, class discussion, group work, diagnostic,

GMSAs, etc.

7. Use of Frazar Memorial Library and Moodle systems

University PoliciesPlagiarism Policy Form

All English 102 students must sign and turn in to their instructor the Plagiarism Policy form at the start of the semester. No assignments will be accepted or graded until this form is signed and on file. This policy is included in the Composition and Rhetoric Guide. More information on the university policy is found within the Academic Integrity Policy statement on the www.mcneese.edu website.

Office of Disability ServicesIt is the student’s responsibility to register with the Office of Disability Services when requesting an academic adjustment in accordance with ADA. Any student with a disability is encouraged to contact the Office of Disability Services, 200 Drew Hall, 475-5916, 475-5878 FAX, 562-4227 TDD/TTY, Hearing Impaired. Dr. Snowden serves as ADA Coordinator, 404 BBC, 475-5428; 562-4227 TDD/TTY; or cdo@mcneese.edu. McNeese ensures compliance with the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, other federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to persons with disabilities, and receives complaints regarding ADA access issues. All students are responsible for locating the designated emergency exits and the areas of refuge in a classroom building and are encouraged to develop and discuss an evacuation plan with the class instructor.

Fire Drill PolicyIn compliance with the law, McNeese State University will periodically conduct fire drills. In the event of a fire drill or building emergency, all persons are required to exit the building or move to the Area of Refuge for assistance with exiting. For more info visit: www.mcneese.edu/policy/fire_drill_policy.

Diversity/Sexual Harassment PolicyStudents should visit the web page at www.mcneese.edu/policy/diversity_awareness for information about diversity awareness and sexual harassment policies and procedures. Students who feel they have encountered discrimination or harassment should report incidents immediately to university personnel.

Write to Excellence Center (WTEC)Students are encouraged to visit the Write to Excellence Center. The WTEC provides writing support for students enrolled in any course at the University. Students may seek assistance from trained tutors at any point in the writing process. Students are asked to bring assignment instructions along with their work in progress. Appointments can be made at mcneese.mywconline.com.

Course Requirements1. Assigned readings must be read prior to class time and are vital to your success in the course. 2. You will be expected to participate in class discussions. You may be given quizzes.3. Essays must demonstrate skill in independent research, in using MLA (or APA) format, as well as

show mastery of academic audience and rhetorical strategies. 4. Other preliminary materials—copies of sources, note cards, drafts, annotated bibliographies—must

occasionally be turned in with essays. Your research must be academically appropriate. 5. Students are expected to discuss research plans and projects orally during class and through online

discussion boards.6. An essay will be written during the final exam time. Examination booklets are required. Twenty

percent of the final exam grade will be derived from the GMSA objective exam.7. Instructors may require conferences to discuss individual writing concerns.

8. You should expect to produce multiple drafts of all essays demonstrating significant revisions.9. ALL assignments required for the portfolio must be completed in order to pass this class.

Course PoliciesIndividual instructors will provide additional policies. Students should read all policy statements carefully.

1. Participation. Reading and discussion are integral parts of any writing course. Be prepared to discuss your readings, topics, and research progress. It is important that each student be able to respond regarding his/her work early in the writing process. Everyone is expected to respond extensively to classmates' papers during peer-reviews. Instructors may provide additional guidelines regarding participation assignments in the separate instructor syllabus.

2. Attendance. Regular attendance is critical to your success. All instructors are required to turn in attendance records to the Office of Financial Aid; financial aid may be reclaimed from students who do not attend the full semester. It is essential that you contact your instructor if you miss two or more consecutive classes. Be sure to document your university excused absences. Students participating in university sponsored activities (athletics, drama, debate, etc.) must provide an official excuse for absences in advance of the absence. At their discretion, some instructors may accept original doctor’s excuses.

3. Late work. Ample notice is given for assignments. Your assignments must be turned in on time. If you are absent and your absence is university excused, you must make arrangements with your instructor prior to missing class. Occasional extenuating circumstances will be evaluated by instructors on an individual basis; do not ask about individual basis requests during class time. A heavy academic load and job responsibilities are not extenuating circumstances. There is no way to make up for the important discussions and activities missed during absences.

Note: Any make-up work must be done during your instructor’s regularly scheduled office hours; your instructor should not be expected to come in to suit your schedule.

4. All writing assignments required for the portfolio must be submitted in order to pass the course regardless of your course grade average. Instructors are not expected to accept any late work after the last official day of regular class.

5. This is a college classroom. Discipline should NEVER be an issue. You are expected to behave in a manner consistent with this environment. Activities are to be limited to those directly related to the task at hand. Any disruptions that impede the instructor’s ability to deliver instruction will not be tolerated. If you cannot abide by these constraints, you should drop this course. Repeated disruption will be reported to the Dean of Students.

Note: Hate speech or offensive remarks will not be tolerated. Note: Cell phones and electronic devices have become a serious distraction. Any

unauthorized use of electronics during class may imply an attempt to cheat. You may be asked to leave class and marked absent for any unauthorized use during class time. Students who expect an emergency call may secure prior approval from the instructor before class.

6. Students are expected to identify and correct grammar errors prior to turning in essays for a grade. Identified patterns of errors should be remedied by consulting the handbook, visiting instructor office hours, or visiting the WTEC. It is not the responsibility of instructors and tutors to correct

errors, but to help identify them and suggest strategies.7. Department policy requires that graded student essays be filed for one semester following the end of

the course. After this, students may request release of files from the instructor or the Director of Freshman and Sophomore English. Final grades for each essay will be assigned only when students have turned in the portfolio with all graded essays, drafts, and rubrics at the end of the semester and submitted all required work to Moodle.

8. The course grade is broken down as follows: Participation and homework (15%), Essays 1, 2, and 3 (15% each), Essay 4 (20%), Final Exam and Final GMSA (20%). A description of grades, a chart for calculating grades, and assignment rubrics can be found elsewhere in the Composition and Rhetoric Guide textbook. Instructors are not expected to post grades to Moodle. If your instructor does post grades, trust only individual assignment grades, not any Moodle-performed calculations. The grade scale for English 102 courses is: A = 90-100, B = 80-89, C = 70-79, D = 60-69, F = 59 and below.

Plagiarism and Scholastic Dishonesty1. Deliberately using another's ideas or work without proper attribution is plagiarism. 2. Turning in non-original work (including previously written, unpublished, or custom written work) or

having excessive help with any assignment is plagiarism and scholastic dishonesty. 3. Tutors may point out areas of weakness, but may not correct errors for students. 4. Students should not permit other instructors or former teachers to correct their work. Not only is this

scholastic dishonesty, but it is also unethical. 5. Students are expected to complete their own assignments. Neither plagiarism nor scholastic

dishonesty will be tolerated. Students committing either offense will be given a zero on the assignment with no opportunity to rewrite. In some cases, egregious plagiarism may result in receiving an F for the course. Everyone will be required to sign the Plagiarism Policy form early in the semester. Students found plagiarizing or otherwise committing scholastic dishonesty will be referred to the Dean of Students office for disciplinary action.

General Course Plan1

Note: All English 102 students must complete the Library Tour on Moodle.Note: Students are expected to use proper MLA and APA documentation. If you find sources that are not

addressed in the handbook, check with the Library, the WTEC, or your instructor for assistance.Week 1 Diagnostic Writing GMSA objective test Introduction and orientation to the course, syllabus

and textsWeek 2 Review rhetorical strategies and their use as writing tools Discuss the course topic, including

initial topic readings and response journals Review concepts of audience and purpose Review and sign the Plagiarism Policy Take the Library Tour on Moodle.

Week 3 Discuss independent learning, active critical reading, and critical thinking concepts Practice note-taking, quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing skills Begin to gather research materials to prepare the Prospectus and Annotated Bibliography outlining your research plan for the rest of the semester. Your instructor must approve your narrowed topic before you proceed. Keep in mind while working later deviations from the prospectus must receive instructor approval.

Week 4 Continue planning and writing the Prospectus and Annotated Bibliography essay Remember that English 102 essays are based on supporting your own ideas/arguments with your research Discuss topic readings and annotated bibliographies Peer review.

Week 5 Review format, citation, and contextualization of sources Prospectus and Annotated Bibliography Essay is due Discuss topic readings research strategies, and ideas for Essay 2.

Weeks 6-7

Begin planning and prewriting Essay 2 Instructors will assign additional readings on the topic Discuss your research project/plan in class and on Moodle discussion boards Draft, peer review, and revise Essay 2 Remember requirements relating to multiple drafts Essay 2 must be submitted on Moodle and copies of sources must be turned in with the essay in order to receive a grade.

Weeks 8-9

Discuss the purposes and logic behind different documentation/style formats including why certain disciplines have an affinity for one style over another Discuss and practice APA format as well as transferring source citation and essay style from one format to another (from MLA format to APA format) Draft, peer review, and revise Essay 3 Remember requirements for multiple drafts Two copies of Essay 3 must be submitted: one in MLA format and one in APA format Discuss your research project/plan in class and on Moodle discussion boards.

Weeks 10-12

Discuss the larger purpose of Essay 4 Essay 4 will grow logically from previous research. Some sections may be taken from essays 2 and 3; however, the purpose of this essay is different and passages, if used, must work together seamlessly. Additional research, careful arrangement and transitions will be essential Draft, peer review, and revise Essay 4 Present on Essay 4 to the rest of the class Essay 4 must be submitted on Moodle and copies of sources must be turned in with the essay in order to receive a grade.

Weeks 13-14

Discuss and prepare portfolio and portfolio review for outside grader GMSA objective test (scantron and #2 pencil required) Prepare for the final exam. 2

Finals Week

Final exam essay.

1 This is a general plan of events to be superseded by your instructor’s individual Course Plan. Students should be advised that alterations to the course plan may be made throughout the semester to accommodate more time for discussion of areas with which students need assistance; however, all English 102 courses require 4 researched texts totaling 5000 words and that certain assignments be turned in on Moodle in order to complete the course.2 Instructors are not expected to grade any work turned in after the last regular day of class (before exam week).