ENG 102

English Composition II

Spring Semester 2011

Mr. McVay

c.mcvay@gcboe.net

GHS 582-2046

I.          ENG 102 English Composition II – 3 Semester Hours

II.         Course Description

English Composition II provides instruction and practice in the writing of six formal, analytical essays, at least one of which is a research project using outside sources and/or references effectively and legally.  Additionally, English Composition II provides instruction in the development of analytical and critical reading skills in the composition process.  English Composition II may include instruction and practice in library usage.

III.       Prerequisite

A grade of “C” or better in ENG 101 or the equivalent.

IV.       Textbook

            Arp, Thomas R., and Greg Johnson. Perrine’s Literature: Structure, Sound, and Sense. 10^th ed. Boston:                               Wadsworth Cengage Learning, 2009.

            Tolstoy, Leo. The Death of Ivan Ilych.           

Theme paper not torn from a spiral notebook

            College dictionary or electronic spell/grammar check

Blue or black ink pen

V.        Learning Outcomes

             1.         Develop and use strategies for writing essays from development of subject through revision of the essay.   

            2.         Develop and use research skills for the completion of a research project using outside sources and/or references effectively and legally (e.g. documented essay).

            3.         Develop analytical and critical reading skills to be used as a basis for composition.

       4.         To continue the development of writing skills through compositions.      

       5.         To develop critical and evaluative skills through writing essays about literature.

            6.         To introduce literature with emphasis on short fiction, poetry, drama, the novel.

  Learning PACT Statement: Snead State prepares students to be principled, productive individuals who are responsible, involved, lifelong learners. To accomplish this goal, Snead State has established a Learning PACT for the skills that learners need during their careers and has integrated PACT skill-building activities and assessments through a variety of program coursework, extra-curricular activities, and other learning opportunities.

The SSCC Learning PACT consists of

      P = Personal Development Skills

     A = Analytical Thinking Skills

     C = Communication Skills

     T = Technological Skills

The Learning PACT Skills are vital for any adult to function successfully in the changing world of the 21st century.  Snead State expects learners to be full partners in the learning process and as such to assume primary responsibility for their own choices.

 Learning PACT

Through student involvement in this course, students will develop and document their achievement of the following PACT skills:

Primary skills (developed and documented):

PERSONAL SKILLS

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

             TECHNOLOGICAL SKILLS

 VI.       Course Outline of Topics

Instruction in composition will include units on prewriting, composing, revising, and producing final drafts with concurrent instruction in reading and analytical skills.

[See Appendix A.]

VII.      Evaluation and Assessment

            Each student must write at least six extended compositions or equivalent assignments.

Grades will be given based upon A = 90 – 100%, B = 80 – 89%, C = 70 – 79%, D = 60 – 69%, and F = below 60%.

The final exam is a comprehensive exam. You will be given four questions (one question on short stories, one question from poetry, one question from drama and one question from the novels) and you will answer each question in a paragraph of no less than 125 words. Correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary will continue to be of prime importance when writing this in-class essay, and scoring will follow the essay scoring guide.

All assignments must be turned in or completed on the assigned due date unless arrangements for an extension have been made with me BEFORE the due date. Extensions will be given on a case-by-case basis, and I reserve the right to deny an extension. If a student is absent on the day an assignment is due, he/she must contact me that day through my e-mail, Blackboard e-mail, or a phone call in order to the English Department. I will respond to your e-mail or phone message to let you know when to turn in the assignment. Assignments not turned in on the day they are due without prior approval from me WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED and the student will receive a zero for that assignment.

Final examinations are administered in each course at the close of each semester/term.  Attendance

for examinations is required.  Special delayed examinations may be taken during the following

semester/term by those students whom the Dean of Instruction excuses from the first examination. 

Special examinations must be taken at the time designated.

 These assignments will be of varying point value, which will be clearly announced at the time they are assigned.  At the end of the semester, points possible will be added with the following scale applied:

                                                90%  - 100% = A

                                                80%  -  89%   = B

                                                70%  -  79%   = C

                                                60%  -  69%   = D

                                                59% or below = F

Grades will be given based upon A = 90 – 100%, B = 80 – 89%, C = 70 – 79%, D = 60 – 69%,

and F = below 60%.

[See Appendix B.]

VIII.     Attendance

Students are expected to attend all classes for which they are registered. Students who are unable to attend class regularly, regardless of the reason or circumstance, should withdraw from that class before poor attendance interferes with the student’s ability to achieve the objectives required in the course. Withdrawal from class can affect eligibility for federal financial aid.

At Snead State, late arrival counts as one-third of an absence.   From time to time, roll may be called at the end of class.  Students who leave early will miss roll call and be counted absent.  Students who are tardy and who have been marked absent must remove the absence on the same day before leaving the classroom. After that day, an absence will not be changed to a tardy and will stand as an absence. A student may be contacted through campus e-mail and Blackboard e-mail when he/she has missed 15% or more of a class.  A “W” will be assigned to a student who misses more than 25% of class time during a term.  For this class, which meets 5 days a week, a student can miss no more than 20 classes or labs.  Upon the 20^th absence, the student will be withdrawn from the class. Students are responsible for keeping up with their number of absences in a class.  If students stop attending class, THEY SHOULD WITHDRAW OFFICIALLY.  Students may appeal being withdrawn to the instructor, the Division Director, and the Dean of Academic Services (in that order).  The decision of the Dean is final.

IX.       Statement on Discrimination/Harassment

The College and the Alabama State Board of Education are committed to providing both employment and educational environments free of harassment or discrimination related to an individual’s race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, or disability. Such harassment is a violation of State Board of Education policy.

Any practice or behavior that constitutes harassment or discrimination will not be tolerated.

X.         Americans with Disabilities

The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 state that qualified students with disabilities who meet the essential functions and academic requirements are entitled to reasonable accommodations. It is the student’s responsibility to provide appropriate disability documentation to the College.

XI.       Academic Integrity

 Snead State students are expected to acknowledge their sources, to use their own words, to do their own work, and never to falsify a record or fabricate data.  Plagiarism, cheating on tests, or other forms of academic dishonesty will be handled by the individual instructor. For this class, the first time a student plagiarizes or cheats on an assignment, a zero will be given for that assignment. The second time a student plagiarizes or cheats on an assignment a failing grade will be given for the course. For the entire policy, see the College Catalog.

XII.      To Obtain Grades

Snead State students may access final semester grades online at www.snead.edu by the following procedure:  Click on Students and SSCC online, enter Student Identification Number and Personal Identification Number (six-digit birthdate—mmddyy), and click on My Grades.  Grade reports are not mailed to students. 

XIII.     To Obtain Campus E-mail

Students will check their mail by choosing “Students” from the Snead Home Page, choosing “Student WebMail,” and entering their User Name and Password.  The User Name is first name (dot) last name (john.smith).  This will be the same first and last name that is the first part of the e-mail address.  The Password is the student number. Check your campus e-mail daily!

XIV.     Disruptions—Communication Devices/Behavior

All communication devices that make noise (i.e. pagers, cell phones, etc.) must be turned off during class.  Any disturbance caused by such devices or by disruptive student behavior can result in the student being dismissed from class. No cell phones can be placed on a desk. Cell phones are to be placed in bags, purses, or pockets. Students are not to work on subject matter not related to the class. They are to have only material related to ENG 102 on their desks. Behavior that is detrimental to the educational environment of the classroom will result in the student being asked to leave the room.

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Student Job Description

Becoming a successful student is very much like mastering a new job. To excel, you have to know what is expected of you.

In a learning-centered college, you assume responsibility for your education and are expected to

• Schedule classes so effective learning can occur
• Read, understand, and follow the instructions in course syllabi
• Make adequate study time per week for each course
• Practice listening skills and good study habits
• Attend all class sessions and be on time
• Take notes during classes
• Actively participate in class and ask questions when you do not understand
• Complete assignments in all classes and turn them in on time
• Work collaboratively with other students
• Make use of the Learning Resource Center
• Follow the guidelines of the Academic Integrity Policy stated on the course syllabus
• Catch up on all work in a timely manner when absent from class
• Follow the instructions for the Blackboard components of your classes
• Check your Snead State email account daily
• Understand the sections of the College Catalog that pertain to your specific needs
• Follow the STARS Guide for your major or consult the College Catalog for course requirements
• Make appointments with instructors when you need help
• Exhibit respectful behavior at all times