B Eng 102 Introduction Fall13

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Eng 102

English Composition 2

Jeannine Stanko



Class Sections/Time/LocationSection: BC

Dates: 8/19—12/9

Days: Tues, Thurs

Time: 8-9:15AM

Room: N568



Instructor Information

Jeannine Stanko

724-396-4158

[email protected]

Office Hours: T/TH by appointment

Office Location: N-568



Ice Breaker Given sheet of paper & in 5 minutes

Draw a picture that conveys who you are Do NOT use words or numbers

Explain picture to a neighbor

Neighbor will introduce the artist & explain how

artwork conveys who he/she is





Materials & Resources

Behrens, Laurence and Leonard J. Rosen. Writingand Reading Across the Curriculum. 12th ed. New York: Pearson Longman, 2013.

Flash drive

Tutoring Options: The Learning Assistance Center,Smartthinking.com, Instructor by appointment



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



Listed TopicsReview as Needed:

Grammar and mechanics

Organization, including introductions andconclusions

Peer evaluation

Writing process

Unity and coherence

Summary, paraphrase, and direct quotation

plagiarism



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



Evaluation

Grading scale A = 100-90%

B = 89 – 80%

C = 79-70% D = 69-60%

F = 59% or below



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



20% of final grade Assignments submitted after due date

(regardless of absence) receive half-credit

GRAMMAR PORTFOLIO

2 submissions each worth 75 points

Objective is to show mastery knowledge of various grammar topics

Further instructions to followHomework

Homework assignments worth 50 points



Essays – 50% of final grade

Summary – 100 points

Critique – 100 points

Analysis – 100 points

Synthesis – 100 points Annotated bibliography – 100 points



Assessments & Attendance

30% final grade Midterm – 100 points

Final (Part 1) – 100 points

Final (Part 2) – 50 points Attendance – TBD (50 points minimum)



MulligansEach test, portfolio, and essay can be

redone once

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

assignment’s due date



Essay Submission

Must be submitted at beginning of class! No late papers will be accepted except in case

of an emergency.

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 of assignment!



Attendance:

Expect to attend every class

3 absences results in class failure Each class is part of final grade

20 or more minutes late counts as an absence

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

absence 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



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 bathroom breaks 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.



Class Website can access through Blackboard

Can access directly

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Questions?



Grammar Portfolio Following in-class direct instruction and practice,

a task for each topic will be assigned. Students will complete each task according to the following

guidelines.



Grammar Portfolio

Format – Each task is labeled. Items within tasks arelabeled as needed.

Completeness – Every task item must be complete.

For example, if Task Item #6 requires threesentences and only two are written, the task item isincomplete.

Accuracy – Task items will be graded according tothe correct application of the grammar ormechanical rule.

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Grammar Portfolio General Grammar & Mechanics – Adherence to

basic grammar and mechanical rules such as end

punctuation, beginning capitalization, MLA format, etc. is evident. Each task builds uponanother. For example, Task Item #4 teachescapitalization. Every Task Item completedafterwards must follow all of the rules of

capitalization.

Creativity – Knowledge is presented in an original way. Examples include but are not limited to using

technology such as websites, PowerPoints, Prezi;scrapbooking, incorporation of pictures, etc. Theportfolio shows more effort than typed orhandwritten entries in a binder or notebook.



Grammar Portfolio Examplehttp://www.glogster.com/jeanninestanko/interjections-

poster/g-6lil0e8tvcsair79pq05oa0

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Writing Sample Prompt (due Thursday)Choose 1 of the following.

Are we doing enough to prevent climatechange from harming the Earth?

Is torture acceptable during times of war?

Should healthcare be the responsibility of thegovernment?

How should we solve the oil crisis – biofuels,solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric, etc?

How is the election process unfair? Do violent video games cause behavior

problems for society?

Documents

B Eng 102 Introduction Fall13