Syllabus for ENG 1113-129

Freshman Composition I - Fall 2006

Stephani Allen-Brown, Instructor

Course Identification: 14802 Room: GX1

Office: MC 2021 Phone: 595-7377

Office Hours: By appointment only

Mailbox: MC423

Email:

Communication Service Division Office: MC 423 Phone: 595-7064

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Composition I guides students through the writing process with regular practice and analysis of effective writing. It is the first in a sequence of two freshman composition courses. Lecture 3 hours. Self-paced laboratory may be required. Prerequisites: Appropriate CPT or ACT score, or completion of ENG 0933 with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of Associate Dean.

TEACHING METHODS

Lecture, discussion, paragraph and essay writing, in class exercises, homework, quizzes, Internet/Blackboard assignments, and peer review. Common technological practices, such as use of the internet, Blackboard, and interactive software, are also utilized.

TEXTBOOK AND OTHER MATERIALS

Fowler, Ramsey, H., and Jane E. Aaron. The Little Brown Handbook.

10th ed. New York: Person, 2007.

Nadell, Judith, John Langan, and Eliza A. Comodromos. The Longman

Reader. 7th ed. New York: Pearson, 2005.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

In this class you will learn to:

·Restrict a subject and define a clear purpose (thesis or topic sentence);

·Write well-developed, coherent, and unified paragraphs and essays;

·Adapt style to a particular audience;

·Compose sentences that are effective, concise, and varied in structure;

·Choose words that are precise and appropriate;

·Use mechanics of English correctly (i.e., grammar, punctuation, and spelling);

·Understand, analyze, and evaluate assigned readings.

·Format and document submitted papers using MLA format.

·Identify and avoid plagiarism.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The A Paper: (90-100%)

  • Meets course objectives (It may contain a few minor deficiencies)
  • Shows originality of thought
  • Fulfills the requirements of the assignments
  • Contains no serious errors in mechanics

The B Paper: (80-89%)

  • Meets course objectives
  • Fulfills the requirements of the assignments
  • Contains no serious errors

The C Paper: (70-79%)

  • Attempts to meet all the course objectives, but falls short in certain areas
  • Fulfills the requirements of the assignments
  • May contain few serious errors in mechanics

The D Paper: (60-69%)

  • Attempts to meet all the course objectives, but falls short in many areas
  • Fulfills the requirements of the assignments
  • May contain serious errors in mechanics

The F Paper: (50-59%)

  • Attempts to meet all the course objectives, but falls short in most areas
  • May contain serious errors in mechanics

Serious Errors in Mechanics:

Sentence fragments

Confused pronoun reference

Comma splices/fused sentences

Misplaced/dangling modifiers

Errors in spelling and punctuation

Incorrect subject/verb agreement

Grading

Grading Scale:

A (90-100)

B (80-89)

C (70-79)

D (60-69)

F (50-59)

Withdrawal/Audit

The last day to withdraw or change from credit to audit is November 10, 2006. Not attending class does not constitute withdrawal. Withdrawing from a class requires that you do the following:

  1. Discuss the need for withdrawal with the instructor. There may

be another alternative besides withdrawal.

2. In order to withdraw, you must fill out the appropriate

paperwork in Advisement/Counseling.

3. Keep all paperwork pertaining to withdrawal. You may

need it for proof in the future.

Note: If a student misses too many sessions, the instructor reserves the

right to administratively withdraw said student from the class.

This is called an administrative withdrawal.

dSRC

TCC has a support system for students with disabilities. The DisabledStudentResourceCenter (dSRC) is in Room 331B, ext 7115. By contacting the office, you may speak with one of the counselors about receiving services tailored to meet your needs.

Academic Dishonesty

If any student is caught engaging in any act (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) that is considered dishonest, it can result in failure of the course.

Attendance

You are responsible for all class work and homework whether you attend class or not. This includes any changes that are announced during class. In order to do well in the class, your attendance is necessary. If your total days missed exceeds the number of hours for this course, then an Excessive Absence Notice will be filed. This notice may affect your financial aid as well as your grade in the course.

Make-up Assignments

Typically I do not accept late assignments, nor will I offer opportunities for make up assignments. I believe that the work for this course is reasonable and should be turned in when it is due. If there are extenuating circumstances, then there will be consideration. I will make the determination on a case-by-case basis. If there is an emergency and you are unable to make it to class, you are required to send an email detailing why you will not be able to attend the class. You must also leave a voicemail message. To ensure that your work is done and turned in on time, do not wait until the last minute to complete an assignment.

Inclement Weather

If class is cancelled due to inclement weather or an emergency situation, continue to follow the syllabus. Because every student has Internet access, you can expect correspondence via the web for class communication. I will do my best to notify students ahead of time for class cancellations.

*(This syllabus is subject to change with notification)