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ENGL 101 K
First Year Composition
Tuesday/Thursday 9:30 10:50
(Krumm 24)
You will.
Rhetorical Knowledge: In ENGL 101, you will focus on purpose, respond to the needs of
different audiences and rhetorical situations, and use appropriate conventions and structure
(including voice, tone, formality) for the rhetorical situations.
Critical Thinking, Reading and Writing: In ENGL 101, you will use reading for inquiry,
learning, thinking, and communicating; understand writing as a series of tasks, including
finding, evaluating, analyzing, and synthesizing appropriate primary and secondary sources;
integrate your own ideas with those of others; and understand the relationship among
language, knowledge, and power
Process: In ENGL 101, you will be aware that it usually takes multiple drafts to create and
complete a successful text; develop flexible strategies for generating, revising, editing, and
proof-reading; understand writing as an open process that permits writers to use later
invention and re-thinking to revise their work; understand the collaborative and social nature
of writing; and learn to critique their own and others works
* Subject to revision. All revisions will be announced in class and on Blackboard. Students are responsible for all changes.
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Critical Inquiry
You will apply disciplinary approaches and evidentiary standards for the purpose
of investigating, researching, assessing and generating knowledge.
Information Literacy
You will analyze questions, theses, or problems and collect and evaluate related
information for the purpose of producing evidence-based responses.
Written Communication
You will develop effective written communication skills through the process of
forming ideas and presenting them to a specified audience (e.g. the instructor,
classmates, community members, discipline specific peers, etc.).
Supplies
Figure 1: From
http://theoatmeal.com/comics/selfies
Technology Necessary
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Course Requirements
Homework (75) Using the Blogs link on Blackboard, you will
Throughout this course we will cover four units. Each unit will
focus on a different type of writing (analytic, informative,
persuasive, reflective) and each will build on the other. You
will be expected to compose multiple drafts, receive feedback
from peers and your instructor, and revise. It is important that
you keep all drafts, feedback, invention activities, etc. Below is
a breakdown and brief introduction to the assignments you
will be expected to complete this semester.
** Note** You must earn a C or better to pass this class (some majors
require students to earn higher grades). If you do not meet the grade
Essay 2: Issues Analysis (150) You will write a research-based requirement, you will be required to retake this course.
Grading Standards
A (outstanding): A paper that receives an A (90-100%) meets and
exceeds the criteria of the assignment, maintains a sophisticated focus
throughout the work, and demonstrates mastery of major rhetorical
principles and approaches the subject in a unique way so the reader
enjoys and learns from the essay.
B (above average): A paper that receives a B (80-89%) clearly meets all
criteria of the assignment. The essay has a focused purpose throughout
and demonstrates solid command of major rhetorical principles. The
subject matter is presented in an original and interesting way, though it
is not as sophisticated as the A paper.
C (average): A paper that receives a C (70-79%) meets all the criteria of
the assignment and maintains a controlling purpose, though at times the
essays focus my drift. The essay demonstrates adequate control of
major rhetorical principles and adequate command of the subject
matter. The argument/perspective may not be original and/or as
completing as the A or B level work. The essay may contain sentencelevel errors, but not sever enough to interfere with communications.
**Note: many students are surprised to receive a C when they have
done everything listed on the assignment sheet. Simply meeting the
minimum requirements constitutes a basic passing grade; to get a B
or an A, you must exceed those minimum requirements through more
sophisticated execution.
D (below average): A paper that receives a D (60-69%) meets some of
the criteria but not others. The purpose may be weak or unclear.
Perspectives presented may not be original or truly argumentative.
Connections between ideas may be rough or confusing. The essay may
contain patterns of sentence-level errors that are severe enough to
interfere with communication.
F (not acceptable): A paper that receives an F (0-59%) fails to meet more
criteria of the assignment than it meets.
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Course Policies
Participation and Attendance in this class are mandatory. Your
preparation, participation, and performance are critical to your
success in this class. Absenteeism and tardiness compromises
your ability to succeed because you will miss opportunities to
participate in class writing assignments that contribute to your
development as a writer. I realize, however, that sickness or
emergencies can occur; should you need to miss class, please be
sure to contact me, preferably beforehand, to discuss what might
be done to assist you with getting on track. Similarly, if you must
miss class for a University-sponsored event, it is your
responsibility to inform me beforehand. Missing class (or being
absent by being unprepared to participate) will result in a loss
of 5 points from your participation score, regardless of reason. If
you miss more than three days of class, then I may contact your
advisor. Missing more than four classes may result in failing the
course.
Writing Center Visit All students in ENGL 101 must visit the Grand
View Writing Center at least one time during the semester.
Students may visit the Center at any stage of the writing process
(prewriting, writing, revising) and for any ENGL 101 project.
Please note that you can get help from the Writing Center tutors
for writing done in any class, but it is required you attend for
ENGL 101 at least once. Students should make an appointment
online at http://grandview.mywconline.com or through MyView
by going to MyView > Campus Life > Writing Center.
Late Work All assignments are due at the start of class unless
otherwise stated. If you know you will be missing a class when an
assignment or paper is due you must turn the assignment in
early. Work submitted after the due date/time will be penalized
10% for each additional day. If you feel that you need extra time
for an assignment please come to me before the day it is due. If
you do not talk to me until the due date I will not be able to
discuss a possible extension. Extensions will be considered on a
case-by-case basis considering effort towards meeting the
deadline and are not guaranteed.
Lost Essay Policy You are responsible for maintaining a copy of
each draft of your essays (including invention activities, audience
activities, rough drafts, peer reviews, instructor feedback, final
drafts, revisions, etc). Since occasionally essays (or backpacks,
laptops, and flashdrives) are stolen, lost, or destroyed, you should
keep a back-up file of each essay in a safe place. You might
consider saving your documents to http://dropbox.com or
http://docs.google.com to ensure their safety.
Academic Honesty In addition to following University sanctioned
policy, academic dishonesty in this course will not be tolerated
and will lead to a failing grade on the assignment and may lead to
failing the course.
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A final word . . . I hope that you will find our class to be a place where you can receive help with developing your academic
writing skills. Though many students are uncomfortable with academic writing (which is a new kind of writing for many),
understanding how to go through the writing process will help you achieve your writing goals. To make this course as
successful as possible for yourself, I encourage you to take advantage of the resources around you and to keep in touch
with me as we go through the semester. If you have any questions about the classroom policies or other class matters,
please feel free to talk to me. I look forward to working with you and helping you develop your academic writing skills.
The faculty member must also provide the student with a copy of the
Academic Dishonesty Report. The report form should identify the
following series of consequences:
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Accommodation
Grand View University prohibits unlawful discrimination and encourages
full participation by all students within the university community. When a
student requires any instructional or other accommodation to optimize
participation and/or performance in this course, it is the
The Unicorn Code
responsibility of the student to contact both the instructor and
1. Unicorns never cheat.
the Associate Director of Student Success: Academic Support and
2. Unicorns always lend a helping hand.
Disability Services and apply for any requested accommodation.
3. Unicorns dont talk to strangers.
The associate director is Ms. Joy Brandt and she can be reached
4. Unicorns respect the Earth.
at 515/263-2971.
5. Unicorns are never late.
6. Unicorns arent conceited.
Class Attendance
7. Unicorns dont judge people.
Students are responsible for adhering to the attendance policies
8. Unicorns always give 100%.
as expressed by the instructor/department. Furthermore, the
9. Unicorns graze on peace and love.
Federal Government requires that students receiving financial aid
10. Unicorns dont do drugs.
From: http://www.mcphee.com/blog/2010/02/15/creation-of-the-unicorncode/
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Course Calendar
* Subject to revision
Thurs 8/28
Tues 9/2
Thurs 9/4
Tues 9/9
Thurs 9/11
Tues 9/16
Thurs 9/18
Tues 9/23
Thurs 9/25
Week 1
Introductions
Homework Due for Next Class:
Buy your supplies for the course if you havent so far.
Read the complete syllabus and write down what you believe to be the 5 most important points
Read What is Rhetoric? and What is Academic Writing? on Blackboard under readings
Introduction to Rhetoric and What is Academic Writing
Homework Due for Next Class:
Read TSIS Introduction: Entering the Conversation (p. 1-14)
Read Social Networking Sites and Our Lives on Blackboard under readings
Week 2
Generation Like
Homework Due for Next Class:
Read TSIS What is Motivating This Writer Reading for the Conversation (p. 173-183)
Read Backpacks vs. Briefcases: Rhetorical Analysis on Blackboard under readings
Rhetorical Analysis and Introduction to Audience and Purpose
Homework Due for Next Class:
Read TSIS They Say: Starting with What Others are Saying (p. 19-28)
Read TSIS Her Point Is: The Art of Summarizing (p. 30-40)
Week 3
Writing Workshop: Writing a Rhetorical Analysis
Homework Due for Next Class:
Bunn How to Read Like a Writer on Blackboard under readings
Writing Workshop: Writing a Rhetorical Analysis
Homework Due for Next Class:
Read Peer Review on Blackboard under readings
Have the strongest version of your essay for the following class and be sure to submit your rough
draft on Blackboard before the start of class.
Week 4
Rough Draft Due; Peer Review
Homework Due for Next Class:
Read TSIS As He Himself Puts It: The Art of Quoting (p. 42-50)
Read Academic Honesty on Blackboard under readings
Read Using research responsibly reading on Blackboard under readings
Academic Honesty
Homework Due for Next Class:
Read Revising Using Your Instructors Feedback and Strategies for Rewriting on Blackboard
under readings
Week 5
Revision Strategies and Revision Workshop
Homework Due for Next Class:
Complete the strongest version of Essay #1 for the following class and post it to Blackboard.
Essay #1 Due on Blackboard by the Start of Class ; Introduction to Essay #2
Homework Due for Next Class:
Read McClures Googlepedia: Turning Information Behaviors Into Research Skills on Blackboard
under readings
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Tues 9/30
Thurs 10/2
Tues 10/7
Thurs 10/9
Tues 10/14
Thurs 10/16
Tues 10/21
Thurs. 10/23
Tues 10/28
Thurs 10/30
Week 9
Essay #2 Due on Blackboard by the Start of Class
Introduction to Essay #3
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Reread TSIS Entering the Conversation (p. 1-14)
Read TSIS Yes / No / Okay, But: Three Ways to Respond (p. 55-67)
Finding the Gaps
Homework Due for the Next Class:
TBA
Week 10
Proposal Due: Organization workshop
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Read TSIS Skeptics May Object: Planting a Naysayer in Your Text (p. 78-90)
Complete your first draft of your introduction for the following class
Introduction Due; Identifying the Naysayers
Homework Due for the Next Class:
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Tues 11/4
Thurs 11/6
Tues 11/11
Thurs 11/13
Tues 11/18
Thurs 11/20
Tues 11/25
Thurs 11/27
Tues 12/2
Thurs 12/4
Complete your first mini-draft for the following class (at least 2 pages plus introduction)
Week 11 *consider making an appointment at the Writing Center this week*
Mini-draft due; Early Peer Review
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Read the Evaluating Sources and Integrating Sources on Blackboard under readings
Research Day
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Complete your works cited page for the following class.
Review the Index of Templates (beginning on p. 293 in TSIS). Identify 7 different templates youd
like to incorporate into your essay
Week 12 *consider making an appointment at the Writing Center this week*
Signal Phrase Workshop
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Read Giles Reflective Writing and the Revision Process: What Were You Thinking? on Blackboard
under readings
Introduction to Final Reflection
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Complete your strongest and most complete draft possible for the next class.
Week 13
Complete Rough Drafts Due; Peer Review
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Complete your storyboard activity
Have sketch of topics you will discuss
Revision Workshop
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Continue to revise your final essay. Remember that you may turn your essay in early.
Week 14
Revision Workshop; Mini-Conferences; Final Reflection Workshop
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Continue working on your final reflection and any revisions you may need to submit
Using everything you have learned this semester, complete the strongest version of Essay #3 and be
prepared to submit it on Blackboard before the start of the next class.
No Class Happy Thanksgiving! - Thanksgiving Break 11/26 11/30
Week 15
Essay 3 Due; Workshop
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Continue Working on your final course reflection and your revision of your research essay if you
choose to revise it
Workshop; COURSE REFLECTIONS DUE BY 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY 12-4
Homework Due for the Next Class:
Continue Working on your final course reflection and your revision of your research essay if you
choose to revise it
* Subject to revision. All revisions will be announced in class and on Blackboard. Students are responsible for all changes.