Marcella Davis
Contact Information:
Office Location: Room 110B Learning Resource Center -- inside the Learning Center Computer Lab
Office Phone Number: 270-824-8671
E-mail Address: marcella.davis@kctcs.edu
Office Hours:
MW 11:00 – 12:00
Other: By appointment
Class Schedule
ENC 091 – #78658 – 7501 MW 9:30 213 JHG
2008
ENC 091 – #78658 – 7501 MW 9:30 213 JHG
ENC 091 - #78660 – 7502 MW 1:00 213 JHG
ENC 091 - #78664 – 7503 TR 9:30 213 JHG
Instructor: Marcella Davis
Office: Room 110B/LRC
Phone: 270-824-8671
E-Mail: marcella.davis@kctcs.edu
Office Hours: MW 11:00 – 12:00
TR 11:00 –
12:00, 2:00 – 3:00
Other: By appointment
Course Description:
Designed for students with some writing experience, this course includes instruction in the following areas: the writing process, organization, multi-paragraph writings, editorial improvement, and critical reading. An introduction to research and documentation is also included. (2006-07 KCTCS Catalog)
This class will emphasize critical thinking, active learning, class discussion, individual instruction, and computer tutorials/e-mail communication.
Textbook and Supplies:
Writing First with Readings,
Third Edition
(Laurie G. Kirszner and Stephen R. Mandell)
The Townsend Thematic
Reader, Christopher Hayes and
Patricia McAlexander
Daily Planning Calendar (Suggested)
One class folder in a
specified color for collection of your classwork
Blue or black ink pens and
pencils
Computer disk, CD, or Jump
Drive to save written work
Grading System:
The grading scale for this class will be as follows: A=90-100; B=80-89; C=70-79; F=69 and below. For the greatest possibility for success in ENG 101, 60% or above on the final in-class essay and 70% or above as a final average are required for successful completion of the class. The grade of MP (Making Progress) will be given if a student has continued to attend class and turn in best-effort assignments but has not reached a level of preparation for success in ENG 101. There will be no Incomplete grade given for this class. Out-of-class writing assignments will be due on the announced dates—late papers will receive 10% reduction per class period and must be turned in within one week. These papers may be delivered as an e-mail attachment. In-class writing assignments may be made up only by documented on-site work in the Learning Center. Each written assignment may be revised one time for possible additional points. Class assignments and possible points earned for each are listed on the last page of this syllabus for record-keeping purposes.
Plagiarism, copying the ideas or direct words of another writer
and claiming it as original personal thought, is considered a serious offense
and will merit a failing assignment grade and possibly failure of the class. The instructor will assist with documentation
in order to avoid the accidental commission of this offense.
Course Goals and Objectives:
1. To review correct usage of English grammar.
2. To develop the ability to write effective essays by using the writing process.
3. To improve learning through collaborative effort.
4. To gain awareness of historical and current events through personal reading, discussion, and response writing.
5. To learn basic computer skills by using word processing for essay writing, supplementing lessons with programmed exercises, and communicating through e-mail.
ENC 91 Course Specific Competencies:
1. Students will write complete, syntactically correct sentences.
2. Students will write paragraphs and essays that are unified, coherent, developed to meet the readers’ needs, and employ transitions that reveal the writer’s train of thought.
3. Students will use the writing process, including invention techniques, drafting methods, and revising and editing strategies.
4. Students will identify and correct mechanical errors.
5. Students will write clear topic sentences and thesis statements.
6. Students will demonstrate critical/analytical thinking, reading, and writing skills.
7.
Students will respond to source materials in
writing.
General Education Across the Curriculum Competencies:
I. Communicate Effectively
1. Read with comprehension.
2. Write clearly using standard English.
3. Interact cooperatively with others using verbal skills
4. Demonstrate information processing through basic computer skills
II. Think Critically
1. Make connections in learning across the disciplines and draw logical conclusions.
Assessments: Students will successfully complete written assignments in all subject areas. Students will demonstrate logical thinking in cause/effect and comparison/contrast writing assignments.
2. Demonstrate problem solving through interpreting, analyzing, summarizing, and/or integrating a variety of materials. Assessments: Students will successfully summarize an editorial.
III. Learn Independently
1. Use appropriate search strategies and resources to find, evaluate, and use information.
2. Make choices based upon awareness of ethics and differing perspectives/ideas.
3. Apply learning in academic, personal, and public situations.
4. Think creatively to develop new ideas, processes, or products.
IV. Examine Relationships in Diverse and Complex Environments
1. Recognize the relationship of the individual to human heritage and culture.
Required Heading for each
writing assignment:
Name
Date
Type of writing assignment (Ex. Example paragraph)
Writing Process Stage (Ex. Rough Copy, Graded, Revised)
Title of
Paper
Attendance Policy:
The class will meet two days weekly for fifteen weeks plus finals week. Because important writing instruction will be given during every class meeting to prepare students to be successful in ENG 101, it is vital that they conscientiously attend. Attendance will be counted as 10% of the final grade. Students may “erase” an absence by attending an equivalent class (same lesson, same instructor) on another day and/or time. Two tardies will be counted as an absence. Following six absences, students have the following options: make up additional missed class time in the Learning Center, withdraw from the class, or receive a failing grade. Exceptions to this rule will be at the discretion of the instructor. If students must miss class, they should call the instructor or a classmate to get the assignment or make arrangements for someone to bring in a due assignment.
Withdraw or Audit:
Monday, March 17, is the last day for a student to change from a graded class status to audit or to withdraw from this class without instructor signature. After that time, withdrawal slips will only be signed by the instructor in situations in which the student has made every effort to continue attending class and doing the assigned work. It is very important to get an official signed drop slip if withdrawing from the class and to turn it in to the Admissions Office. According to college policy, a student who simply quits attending class will receive a failing grade on his/her record, and the financial aid status may be affected.
Behavior:
Students compiled the following list of student and instructor responsibilities and expectations for this course related to attendance, behavior, and coursework.
Instructor: Students:
Be punctual in opening/closing of class Arrive to class on time/remain until close
Be patient/respectful/interested Show respect/use appropriate language
Provide clear instructions/answer ques. Be prepared for class/turn work in on time
Be flexible in times of emergency Keep cell phones on silent or vibrate
Allow food and drinks (if not disruptive) Do not use tobacco in any form
Listen to students’ opinions/questions Show tolerance for all opinions/questions
Provide individual help for students Participate actively in class and listen
Respond to student calls/e-mails Contact the instructor when absent
The KCTCS Student Code of Conduct may be located at www.kctcs.edu/student/code.htm if students wish to obtain information about academic rights and academic offenses and the student’s right to appeal.
Disability Statement:
ADA STATEMENT:
If students have a documented disability and need any type of
accommodation, they are required to register with the Disability Resource
Coordinator. Contact Valerie Wolfe,
Disability Resource Coordinator, Room 112 LRC, 270-824-1708.
College Closing Due to Inclement Weather:
College closing or class cancellations will be announced on local radio and television stations: Madisonville (WKTG, WFMW, WTTL, WHRZ, WYMV); Owensboro (WBKR) and/or Hopkinsville (WHOP); Evansville (WEHT, WTVW); Paducah (WKYQ, WDDJ). If there is no announcement, the college is open and classes are in session. In this case, students should use their personal judgment about attending, with the understanding that make-up of missed class work will be at the discretion of the instructor.
Study Assistance:
Free tutoring is available in the Learning Center (room 108/LRC--phone 824-1719 or 824-1718) and in Student Support Services (room 116/LRC) for almost all of your subjects. If student or faculty tutors are available, tutoring can be done on a drop-in basis. However, it is better to schedule an appointment to guarantee study time. There is also a Math Lab conducted by math faculty at various times in room 130 of the Joe C. Davis Building.
Tutoring and computers are
also available at the Muhlenberg County Facility in Room 110.
On-line assistance using
Tutor.com (See attached page.)
Computer Access:
Computers are available in the Learning Center (Room 110/LRC) for students to use for word processing; math, reading, and writing tutorials; internet; and career research. It is important to bring a computer disk or jump drive to save your typed work. The Computer Lab information may be obtained by calling 824-1718 or 824-1719.
LEARNING CENTER HOURS: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday
Financial Aid Information:
A student will be required to successfully complete 67% (eight of twelve class hours) of all cumulative credits attempted to be eligible for continued financial aid. A community college student typically may not receive federal financial aid after attempting 90 credit hours. Additional information pertaining to academic progress is on file in the Financial Aid Office. If you have Financial Aid questions, call Caroline Clayton at 824-8578.
Academic/Career Counseling
MCC Counselors Sherry Hewell, Cathy Vaughan, and Mitch Poole are available to discuss students’ academic and career questions, change their declared major, and assign their faculty advisor. These counselors’ offices are located on the first floor, room 176, in the John H. Gray Building. Students may make an appointment to talk with them by contacting Diane Bennett at 824-8621.
Job Placement Services
The Job Placement Office maintains a monthly Job List (paper copy and on-line) of part-time or full-time jobs for students and community people. The director will also help with applications, resumes, and interview skills related to those job openings. This office is located in room 174A in the Counseling Center, and the phone number is
824-8665.
TENTATIVE CLASSWORK SCHEDULE
This schedule does not include every activity we will be doing in class. We will progress and/or digress according to the needs and interests of each group.
WEEK ONE
January 14 - 17 Introductions, Forms, Pictures, Materials/Awards
Discussion of Course Syllabus and “Strategies for College Success” (pp. 650 – 655)
Assignment: Read “Anxiety: Challenge by Another Name” (Townsend, pp. 14-18)
Complete a weekly schedule plan
Discussion of reading
Explanation of journal purpose
and process
In-class writing: Journal Entry #1: Meeting My Challenge
Assignment for MW students: Scavenger Hunt for Academic Resources (including setting up e-mail account in LC and sending typed journal entry #1 to instructor)
WEEK TWO
January 21 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday – NO CLASSES
January 22 Scavenger Hunt for Academic Resources (including setting up
e-mail account in LC and sending typed journal entry #1 to
instructor)
January 23-24 Pair work: Sentence Skills Diagnostic Tool
Assignment: Read “The Price of Hate” (Townsend, pp.206-210) Write Journal Entry #2: Dealing with Discrimination
WEEK THREE
January 28 – 31 Evaluate Sentence Skills Diagnostic
Review Sentence Construction/Variety (p. 229+)
Study Sentence Structure errors (p.329+)
Complete proofreading practice: “The Power of Determination”
Assignment: Read “Shame” (Townsend, pp. 79-83)
Write Journal Entry #3: “A Lesson Learned”
WEEK FOUR Continue work on sentence structure
February 4 – 7 including computer tutorials
Assignment: Read “Will You Go Out with Me?” (Townsend, pp. 231-233)
Journal Entry #4: Love
Study Subject-Verb Agreement (p.363+)
Verb Tenses (p. 411+)
Assignment: Computer Tutorials on Verb Usage
WEEK FIVE
February 11 – 14 Study “Understanding Paragraph Structure” (pages 4 – 35)
Explain Grading Rubric for Paragraphs
Groupwork: Organize jumbled paragraphs
Assignment: Read “Let’s Get Specific” (Townsend, pp.183-190)
Journal Entry #5 An Outstanding Personal Quality
Study “Writing an Example Paragraph” (page 52 +)
Analyze “Why I’m in College” paragraphs -- Outline
MW Students assignment: Write Draft of Example Paragraph
Complete Related Computer Tutorials
WEEK SIX
February 18 Presidents’ Day – NO CLASSES
February 19 Write Draft of Example Paragraph
Complete Related Computer Tutorials
February 20 - 21 Complete the Final Copy of the Example Paragraph
Assignment: Read: “In Praise of the F Word” (pp. 378-380)
Journal Entry #6: Motivation/Incentive
WEEK SEVEN Study Punctuation Usage: Commas (p. 515+)
February 25 - 28 Apostrophes (p. 531+)
Quotation Marks (p. 543+)
Proofreading Practice using punctuation
Read: “American Family Life: The Changing Picture”
(Townsend, pp. 128-131)
Journal Entry #7: Family
Assignment: Computer Tutorials on Punctuation
WEEK EIGHT
March 3 – 6 Study: Writing a Summary (pages 590-591 and 667)
Analyze example “Total Institutions”
Outlining (pages 138, 589-590)
Groupwork: In-class reading/high-lighting and discussion of main points from an article
Assignment: Writing of summary
Assignment: Read: “The Fine Art of Complaining”
(Townsend, pp. 193-198)
Journal Entry #8: A Pet Peeve
Student Conferences
SPRING BREAK MARCH 10 – 15 NO CLASSES
March 17 MID-TERM, Last day for students to officially withdraw from a class at their discretion with a ‘W’. Last day to change from credit to audit.
WEEK NINE
March 17 – 20 Study Writing Essays (page 121+)
The Thesis Statement
Introductions/Conclusions (page 153)
Patterns of Development (page 167)
Documentation (pages 674+)
Read/analyze structure: “Homeless”
Assignment: Read “A Crime of Compassion” (Townsend,
pp. 38-40)
Journal Entry #9: Society/Personal Rights
Student
Conferences
WEEK TEN Discussion of Reading
March 24 – 27 Study: Writing the Cause/Effect Essay (Page 79-81, 193+)
Begin in-class preliminary work on Cause/Effect Essay
(Using writing process)
Assignment: Read “Tickets to Nowhere” (Townsend,
pp. 9-11)
Journal Entry #10: The Lottery: A Winning or
Losing Proposition?
WEEK ELEVEN
March 31 – April 3 In-class Writing of the Cause/Effect Essay
Self-analysis of essay
Revisions
WEEK TWELVE Study: Writing the Comparison/Contrast Essay
April 7 - 10 (Pages 87-90, 200+)
Reading In-class: “Men are from Mars…” (pp.624-627)
Complete example chart and outline from this article
Begin work on Comparison/Contrast Essay
WEEK THIRTEEN In-class writing of Comparison/Contrast Essay
April 14 – 17 Self-analysis of writing
Revision
Assignment:
WEEK FOURTEEN
April 21 – 24 Grammar and Mechanics Review –
Sentence Skills Exit Test
COMPASS Post-Test
WEEK FIFTEEN
April 28 – May 1
Work on Outline, Thesis Statement, Rough Copy
For FINAL Essay
FINALS WEEK
May 5 – 9 Final Essay
Finals Schedule:
Monday, May 5: MW 8:00, 11:00, 2:30, 4:45
Tuesday, May 6: TR 8:00, 11:00, 2:30, 4:45
Wednesday, May 7: MW 9:30, 1:00, 4:00
Thursday, May 8: TR 9:30, 1:00, 4:00
GRADE RECORD
Assignment Possible
Points Earned Pts.
Attendance—(5 points deducted for each absence): 100 ___
Class Participation: 100 ___
Sources for Success Scavenger Hunt
Weekly Schedule Plan
Tutoring Sessions
Student Conferences
Group activities
Participation in class discussions
COMPASS
Post-test
Other:
Writing Journal Topics:
#1 _______________________________ 5+5 ___
#2 _______________________________ 5+5 ___
#3 _______________________________ 5+5 ___
#4 _______________________________ 5+5 ___
#5 ________________________________ 5+5 ___
#6 ________________________________ 5+5 ___
#7 ________________________________ 5+5 ___
#8 ________________________________ 5+5 ___
#9 ________________________________ 5+5 ___
#10 _______________________________ 5+5 ___
Paragraphs:
Example Paragraph 50 + 5 ___
Summary Paragraph 50 + 5 ___
Essays
Comparison/Contrast 100 + 20 ___
Cause/Effect 100 + 20 ___
Grammar and Mechanics Tutorials (150)
Fragments/
Run-0ns and Comma Splices 30 ___
Verb Tenses/
Subject-Verb Agreement 30 ___
Punctuation 30 ___
Confusing Words 30 ___
Proofreading: “Power of Determination” 15 ___
Proofreading: 15 ___
FINAL ESSAY 100 ___
Sentence Skills Exit Test 100 ___