English 28-21392: Intermediate Reading & CompositionSpring 2018 Syllabus

Dr. Karen Crozer Crozerkj@lamission.edu Collaborative Studies Building 201(818) 364-7715 M/W 10:35am-12:00pmOffice: Instructional Building Sixteen Weeks: 2/5-5/30

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COURSE DESCRIPTION: Intermediate Reading & Composition (3 units)This is a course in reading and writing designed to strengthen the student's ability to use basic communication skills, including grammar, punctuation, & mechanics. Instruction includes the assignments of expository & argumentative essays, online grammar and writing exercises, & a research paper. (Prerequisite: English 21 or placement exam.) 

YOUR INSTRUCTOR:Instructor: Dr. Karen Crozer (“Dr. Crozer” or “Dr. C”)Office: Instructional Building, Faculty Office 19Office Hours: Mon 10-10:35am & 12-1:45pm

Tues-Th 10-10:35am & 12-12:30pmOr by appointment

Phone: 818-364-7715Email: Crozerkj@lamission.eduCampus Website: http://www.lamission.edu/~crozerkj

YOUR TEXTBOOK:Reading and Writing About Contemporary Issues, 2nd Edition, Pearson, 2016, by Kathleen T. McWhorter. Print ISBN: 9780133949612 or 0133949613. Please do not purchase the first edition.

The textbook is available at the LAMC Bookstore. You may rent the book, buy a used copy, or buy an electronic version of the book, but this textbook is required. A copy is also on reserve at the LAMC Library. You may not check it out, but you may use it in the library for up to 2 hours at a time. I do not recommend that you buy the first edition.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon successful completion of this course, a student will be able to: Produce a 350-500 word essay, utilizing standard rhetorical modes and maintaining unity and coherence. Produce a 4 to 5 page research paper in MLA format, which supports an argument.

ALSO REQUIRED: Two bluebooks (size: BB-8). These are available at the LAMC Bookstore.

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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.Canvas Site: http://ilearn.laccd.eduCanvas Orientation: https://community.canvaslms.com/videos/1124Canvas Phone App: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/canvas-by-instructure/id480883488?mt=8

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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. No late assignments are accepted.

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. Essays 450 pointsPrewriting 200 pointsQuizzes 150 pointsFinal Exam 50 pointsAnnotated Works Cited 50 pointsParticipation 100 points

MAJOR ASSIGNMENTS:Essays:All 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. If necessary, I reserve the right to submit any papers I suspect of plagiarism through Turnitin.com as well.

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 with sources 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.

Prewriting:Prewriting assignments consist of a guided brainstorm. You will find a numbered set of exercise prompts at the bottom of each essay guideline page. These assignments may be handwritten or typed. They should be uploaded through Canvas. If it is typed, simply upload it. If you choose to handwrite, take pictures and upload them.

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Quizzes:Quizzes 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 grade book. All quizzes are untimed and open book. Quizzes cover book chapters and MLA topics.

Final Exam:The final exam covers a combination of topics featured in the MLA quizzes. The final is timed and open book. It may only be taken one time.

INSTRUCTOR AVAILABILITY:This course officially begins on Monday, February 5, and ends on Wednesday, May 30, 2018. If you email me during the week (M-Fr), I will try to respond within 1 business day. Weekends and holidays will take longer. Please do not email me when you are going to be late or absent. I give you 3 absences (including late arrivals/early departures) per semester, which should be enough to cover most students’ unexpected issues, and I do not need to know the reason why you are using them unless it’s a prolonged emergency.

ATTENDANCE & PARTICIPATION:Active participation is essential to this course. You must 1) complete the readings and assignments before class begins and be prepared to discuss them; 2) arrive on time to each class prepared with the materials indicated above; 3) be a helpful, energetic participant in class activities. Students who are absent more than THREE classes will be dropped; two tardies equals an absence. If you show up more than ten minutes late or leave class early, it will be considered an absence. If you miss a class, you are responsible for any information or material covered. Take a moment to make a friend now for such an occasion:Classmate #1: ________________________________________ Phone Number: _____________________Classmate #2: ________________________________________ Phone Number: _____________________Classmate #3: ________________________________________ Phone Number: _____________________

PLAGIARISM: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.

IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES: Please see LAMC site for full calendar. Drop without receiving a W, without incurring fees, and with a refund: Feb 19. (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: May 6. (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 President’s Day– February 16 & 19o Non-Instructional Day– February 17 & 18 o Non-Instructional Day– March 29o Cesar Chavez Birthday– March 30o Spring Break– March 31 to April 6o Memorial Day- May 28

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Enrollment Limit: 3 Repeat Rule: The LACCD enrollment limit is 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.

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. Internet: Broadband or high speed internet access is needed to view the videos. Browser : Web browser, preferably Firefox or Chrome. Get Firefox:

http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/all.html. Get Chrome: https://www.google.com/chrome Word Processor : You will need to use Microsoft Word (a free version is available from your LACCD

email dashboard) or another word processor, such as Google Drive or Pages, that allows you to export to a PDF.

LRC: Students who do not have regular computer or internet 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.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.

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This syllabus is subject to change if the need arises. All changes will be communicated to class participants in a timely fashion. WEEKLY CALENDAR FOR DR. CROZER’S ENGL 28-21392

Week Type of Info Class Activities#1 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Active Reading

Writing Focus: CapitalizationReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 1

2/5-2/11 Monday, 2/5

Wednesday, 2/7

Introduction to Syllabus, Course Requirements, & SLOsActive vs. Passive Reading

Basic Essay Format, Including the ThesisEssay Writing Skill: Show, Don’t Tell

WEEKEND 1 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 2/11, at 11:59pm

[ ] Read: RWCI, Chapter 1[ ] Complete: The Reading Process Quiz (10 pts)

#2 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Topic SentencesWriting Focus: MLA FormattingReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 2

2/12-2/18 Monday, 2/12

Wednesday, 2/14

Library Visit 1: MLA Format (Go to LRC 205)Identify & Compose Topic Sentences

The Writing Process: Prewriting, Note TakingPrewriting Exercise: Narrative/Process Essay

WEEKEND 2 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 2/18, at 11:59pm

[ ] Read: RWCI, Chapter 2[ ] Complete: The Writing Process Quiz (10 pts)[ ] Complete: MLA Quiz #1: First Page & Works Cited (10 pts)[ ] Submit: Prewriting for Essay 1: Narrative/Process (50 pts)

#3 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: The Writing ProcessWriting Focus: Essay StructureReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 3

2/19-2/25 Monday, 2/19

Wednesday, 2/21

NO CLASS – SCHOOL CLOSED FOR PRESIDENTS’ DAY

The Writing Process: DraftingBody Paragraphs: Unity, Development, & CoherencyEssay Writing Skill: Introductory Paragraph Organization & StrategiesGrammar/Sentence Error Skill: Commas

WEEKEND 3 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 2/25, at 11:59pm

[ ] Read: RWCI, Chapter 3[ ] Complete: Vocabulary for Readers & Writers Quiz (10 pts)

#4 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Narrative/Process EssaysWriting Focus: Formatting TitlesReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 4

2/26-3/4 Monday, 2/26

Wednesday, 2/28

The Writing Process: Revision, & EditingWriting Narrative/Process EssaysEssay Writing Skill: Titles in MLA

In-Class Essay in BB-8 (Essay #1): Narrative/Process (100 pts)

WEEKEND 4 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 3/4, at 11:59pm

[ ] Read: RWCI, Chapter 4[ ] Complete: Main Ideas & Topic Sentences Quiz (10 pts)[ ] Complete: MLA Quiz #2: Titles in MLA (10 pts)

#5 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Outlines & ClassificationWriting Focus: Plagiarism & SourcesReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 5

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3/5-3/11 Monday, 3/5

Wednesday, 3/7

Classification & Division Essay PracticeEssay Writing Skill: Be Concise

Plagiarism and SourcesParaphrasing

WEEKEND 5 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 3/11, at 11:59pm

[ ] Read: RWCI, Chapter 5[ ] Submit: Prewriting for Essay 2: Definition/Classification Essay (50 pts)[ ] Complete: Support. Details, Transitions, Implied Main Ideas Quiz (10 pts)[ ] Complete: MLA Quiz #3: Plagiarism & Sources (10 pts)

#6 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Definition EssaysWriting Focus: Quotation SandwichReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 6

3/12-3/18 Monday, 3/12

Wednesday, 3/14

Introduction to Research Process: Use Sources in MLA & Avoiding PlagiarismQuotation Sandwich (Signal Phrases, Proper Punctuation/Citation, Analysis)

In-Class Essay in BB-8 (Essay 2): Definition/Classification Essay (100 pts)

WEEKEND 6 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 3/18, at 11:59pm

[ ] Read: RWCI, Chapter 6[ ] Complete: Revising/Proofreading Paragraphs Quiz (10 pts)

#7 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Compare/ContrastWriting Focus: In-Text CitationReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 7

3/19-3/25 Monday 3/19

Wednesday, 3/21

Comparison/Contrast Essays, Part 1Essay Writing Skill: Concluding Paragraph Strategies

Comparison/Contrast Essays, Part 2Introduction to Research Process: The MLA In-Text Citation

WEEKEND 7 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 3/25, at 11:59pm

[ ] Read: RWCI, Chapter 7[ ] Complete: Reading & Writing Organizational Patterns Quiz (10 pts)[ ] Complete: MLA Quiz #4: The MLA In-Text Citation (10 pts)

#8 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Persuasion & ArgumentationWriting Focus: FragmentsReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 7 (cont.)

3/26-4/1 Monday, 3/26

Wednesday, 3/28

Persuasion & Argumentation: What’s the Difference?Grammar/Sentence Error Skill: Fragments

Argumentation SkillsWriting Summaries

WEEKEND 8 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 4/1, at 11:59pm

[ ] Submit: Prewriting for Essay 3: Compare/Contrast (50 pts)

SPRING BREAK

4/2-4/8 SPRING BREAK… No assignments due.

#9 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Cause & Effect EssayWriting Focus: Run-On SentencesReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 8

4/9-4/15 Monday, 4/9

Wednesday, 4/11

Library Session 2: Finding Sources (Go to LRC 205)

The Cause & Effect EssayGrammar/Sentence Error Skill: Run-On SentencesPersuasion & Argumentation: Recognizing Visual & Textual Arguments

WEEKEND 9 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 4/15, at 11:59pm

[ ] Read: RWCI, Chapter 8[ ] Complete: Writing Essays and Documented Papers Quiz (10 pts)

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#10 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Cause & Effect Essay with Key DefinitionWriting Focus: Special CitationsReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 8 cont.

4/16-4/22 Monday, 4/16

Wednesday, 4/18

Integrating Key Definitions Into Cause & Effect Essays

Introduction to Research Process: MLA Special CitationsWEEKEND 10 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 4/22, at 11:59pm

[ ] Complete: MLA Quiz #5: Special Cases in Citing (10 pts)[ ] Submit: Essay 3: Compare/Contrast (100 pts)

#11 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Summarizing & Documenting SourcesWriting Focus: Thinking Critically About WritingReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 9

4/23-4/29 Monday, 4/23

Wednesday, 4/25

Library Session 3: Documenting Sources & Annotated Works Cited (LRC 205)

Grammar/Sentence Error Skill: Apostrophes & PossessionThinking Critically About Reading & Writing

WEEKEND 11 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 4/29, at 11:59pm

[ ] Read: RWCI, Chapter 9[ ] Submit: Prewriting for Essay 4: The Research Essay, Cause/Effect (50 pts)

#12 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Annotated Works CitedWriting Focus: RevisionReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 9 cont.

4/30-5/6 Monday, 4/30

Wednesday, 5/2

The Process of Writing cont.: RevisionPeer Review: Organizing Brainstorms

The Process of Writing cont.: EditingTips: Paraphrasing without Plagiarism

WEEKEND 12 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 5/6, at 11:59pm

[ ] Complete: Critical Thinking: Reading & Writing Quiz (10 pts)

#13 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Editing an EssayWriting Focus: ParallelismReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 10

5/7-5/13 Monday, 5/7

Wednesday, 5/9

Essay Writing Skill: ParallelismWorks Cited Page: Special Cases

Research Paper Strategies ReviewedOrganizing and Documenting Research

WEEKEND 13 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 5/13 at 11:59pm

[ ] Read: RWCI, Chapter 10[ ] Complete: Analyzing Issues & Arguments Quiz (10 pts[ ] Submit: Annotated Works Cited for Essay 4: The Research Essay, Cause/Effect (50 pts)

#14 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Research Paper StrategiesWriting Focus: SynthesisReading Focus: RWCI Chapter 10 cont.

5/14-5/20 Monday, 5/14

Wednesday, 5/16

Synthesizing Sources & Paper for Accuracy & Clarity

Synthesizing Sources for EffectivenessMore Details on Embedding Sources

WEEKEND 14 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 5/20, at 11:59pm

[ ] Submit: Essay 4: The Research Essay, Cause/Effect (100 pts)

#15 Weekly Focus Rhetorical Focus: Self-Reflection & WritingWriting Focus: Organizing Body Paragraphs

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Reading Focus: RWCI Chapter 10 cont.5/21-5/27 Monday, 5/21

Wednesday, 5/23

The Value of Self-ReflectionOrganizing Body Paragraphs, RevisitedReview for MLA Exam

Revision & Editing Loops: Once is Not EnoughReview for Paper 5

WEEKEND 15 HOMEWORK

Submit by Sunday, 5/27, at 11:59pm

None.

FINAL EXAM Wednesday, 5/30 Date/Time: 10am on May 30, 2018Final Exam, Part 1: MLA (50 pts)Final Exam, Part 2: Essay 5 (50 pts)

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