Calumet College of Saint Joseph

SYLLABUS FOR RHETORIC & COMPOSITION II

Term: Spring 2002 (012) (Jan. 7 - April 20)

Course Number: ENG 104

Instructor: Ms. Kimberly Allen

Office: 515

Office Phone: 219‑473‑4294

E‑mail: kimberlyallen@prodigy.net

Office Hours: Before and after class and by appointment

Instructor Background:

MA, English, Indiana State University, 1995

BA, English, St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, 1993

Adjunct faculty, Department of English, Calumet College of Saint Joseph, 1999-present

Advisor for Shavings, Fall 2001-

Course Time: Mondays & Thursdays, 12:10 - 1:40 p.m.

Course Description: English 104 develops and refines skills gained in English 103 with an emphasis on the development of research skills. The forms of English 103 are integrated into longer, cohesive papers on topics in many fields to enable students to communicate effectively and knowledgeably in their own fields of interest. This course must be taken in the student's second semester at the College.

Prerequisites: ENG 103

Learning Outcomes/ Competencies:

Students in this course will:

• Demonstrate their communication skills

• Write sustained, well‑developed prose essays

• Demonstrate strong research skills, utilizing Internet and print resources effectively for academic writing

• Write a coherent and well‑documented research paper

• Write academically with regard to content and format

Textbooks:

CCSJ The Mercury Reader

Hacker A Writer’s Reference (4th edition)

Gaines Lesson Before Dying

Learning Strategies: In‑class writing, Group Work, Collaborative Learning, Teacher instruction, etc.

Assessment: Final grades will be based on many things:

a. oral and written performance in class

b. progress and improvement in writing as reflected in the student’s portfolio

c. fulfilling the requirements of each of the assigned forms

d. quizzes (in given)

e. handing in a substantial amount of acceptable writing (including required revisions and rewrites)*

f. handing in an acceptable research paper*

* Rubrics for acceptable writing and acceptable research papers will be handed out to students

Class Policy for Assignments: All assignments must be handed in on time. With proper explanation, late papers may be accepted (at the instructor’s discretion). Turning in late papers will affect your final grade. No more than two late papers will be allowed. NOTE: I will not accept late papers the last week of classes.

All papers will be/have:

a. typed

b. double‑spaced

c. stapled

d. done in 12 point font, in either New Times Roman or Courier News

e. one inch margins

f. a cover page with student’s name, paper form and date turned in

Class Policy on Attendance: In accordance with English program policy, any student missed more than NINE (9) hours of class will receive an F. These nine hours include both excused and unexcused absences. Please be aware these hours include birthdays, sport events, illness, work, etc. If a problem arises with your absences, please come and talk to me immediately.

Grading Scale:

A: 92-100 A-: 90-91 B+: 88-89 B: 82-87 B-:80-81 C+: 78-79

C: 72-77 C-:70-71 D+: 68-69 D: 62-67 D-:60-61 F: 59 & below

Classroom Decorum: Classroom decorum will be maintained at all times. Students have the right to study and learn in an environment conducive to those ends. As the instructor, I also have the right to engage in the teaching process without interruption. Examples of disruptive behavior include (but are not limited to): leaving the class without permission; talking to other students while another student or the instructor is talking; using the Internet or email during class (unless assigned to do so); making phone calls during class, etc.

Any student or group of students who infringe on the rights of other students or on the rights of this instructor will be asked to leave the classroom and will not be allowed back during that period. The student’s removal from the classroom will result in an entire (three hours) absence for the day and will be counted toward the total of nine allowable absences. Students removed a second time for disruptive behavior may be required to withdraw from the course.

Class Policy on Electronic Devices: The use of cell phones, beepers, or pagers during class is distracting and inconsiderate. Please do not use these devices during class. If there is an important reason why you must have your phone or beeper turned on (e.g. illness at home, work situation), please inform me before class begins.

Course Outline:

Forms and Assignments:

Assignment I Summary/Response

Assignment II Interview/Summary

Assignment III Research Packet

Assignment IV Research Proposal

Assignment V Personal Narratives/Instance Collection related to research topic

Assignment VI Rough Draft I

Assignment VII Rough Draft II

Assignment VIII Research Paper

Class Participation: This class is a workshop. This means what goes on in class is extremely important. It is absolutely imperative that you attend all the classes and participate fully in class discussions. Students should come to class prepared, having completed all assigned readings and writing assignments.

Center for Academic Excellence: Tutoring assistance is free to all students of Calumet College of St. Joseph. Call the Center for Academic Excellence (CAE), to make an appointment at 473‑4287. The Center has experienced and well‑trained tutors in most subject areas to help students who are struggling in a course or who are doing well and would like to do better. Regular weekly tutoring sessions are likely to improve your grade.

Statement of Plagiarism: If an instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances. (Academic Planner 2001/2002 p.27) NOTE: Papers for this course may be checked for plagiarism, via www.turnitin.com, a web service.

Citation Guidelines: Calumet College of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian.). All of these guidelines are available in the Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore. These texts outline how to cite references from a variety of sources, including electronic media.

Withdrawal from Classes Policy: After the last day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. Written request for withdrawal must be received by the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be

mailed to the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219‑473‑4259. Students are to make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the withdrawal is disallowed. Note: Degree Completion Division (DCD) students should consult the DCD Student Handbook for information on DCD withdrawals.

An official withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript. Dropping a course without written permission automatically incurs an "F" grade for the course (see Refund Schedule).