Summer I Syllabus
ENGL 1302: Composition and Rhetoric II
Writing About Literature—Women in Literature
MTWTH ∙ 9:40-11:40 ∙ E207
Section 41102 COURSE SYLLABUS – Summer I 2010
Brandy A. Harvey, Ph.D.
Office: Building E, 205S
Office hours: To be announced
Catalogue Description
A continuation of ENGL 1301, with an emphasis on critical papers, culminating in a term paper or papers. Readings in prose, poetry, and drama.
Credit
3 hours
Prerequisites
ENGL 1301
District Course Learning Outcomes
In completing this course, students will be able to:
1. Analyze a text by implementing rhetorical and/or literary strategies.
2. Recognize the elements of appropriate literary genres.
3. Focus a topic and formulate a critical/analytical thesis, focus, main point, or claim appropriate for an academic audience that analyzes literature—nonfiction and/or fiction.
4. Use a variety of organizational strategies within a single paper to support a thesis, focus, main point, or claim.
5. Interpret texts in a variety of cultural and historical contexts.
6. Demonstrate an ability to use effective research techniques to find appropriate oral and/or written media such as books, articles, interviews, visuals, and government documents.
7. Demonstrate an ability to evaluate sources.
8. Avoid plagiarism when incorporating quotations, paraphrases, and ideas.
9. Follow standard guidelines in documenting sources.
10. Synthesize and evaluate various interpretations of texts to complete an extended research project.
11. Compose relatively error-free papers.
Required Materials:
Warhol-Down, et al. Women’s Worlds. 2008. ISBN: 978-0-07256402-0
Course Requirements
· Angel participation
· Compositions
· Class participation
· Reading assignments and other written work as assigned
· Quizzes and various in-class written responses to readings
· Annotated Bibliography
· Final Exam
Note: You are required to access Angel regularly for the purpose of acquiring information regarding assignments, class meetings, emergency plans, etc. You are also required to check your campus e-mail on a regular basis for the same purpose.
Grading Policy
Assignments/compositions will be graded as to how well they meet the assignment requirements, as to the quality and organization of the thoughts presented, as to how well syntax and diction complement the thoughts, and as to the degree of grammatical and mechanical competency achieved.
Students should note that grading is progressive. For example, an assignment that warrants a C at the beginning of the semester may not warrant a C at the end of the semester if the student’s work has shown no improvement.
Class work, group work, and homework assignments will be graded at the discretion of the instructor and will be worth points that will accumulate toward the final grade.
Grading Scale:
The evaluation of a student’s course progress and final grade is based upon the degree of mastery and of course outcomes. The grade breakdown for this class is as follows:
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90-100 |
A |
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80-89 |
B |
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70-79 |
C |
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60-69 |
D |
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0-59 |
F |
Attendance Policy:
Attendance is mandatory and will be recorded during every class meeting. I do not evaluate or consider the legitimacy or illegitimacy of an absence unless a serious issue develops; in other words, for the most part, there is no such thing as “excused” or “unexcused” absences in this course. Attendance affects your overall course performance in that participation in discussion/activities is expected. In-class writing activities will be assigned frequently—these assignments cannot be made up. It is highly recommended that you miss no more than one day of class during Summer I, since missing class and not turning in work are the two main reasons for students doing poorly in this class and because you have a responsibility to your classroom community to participate in it.
Make-Up Work:
Students are responsible for all material covered in their absence. Refer to the syllabus and schedule and speak with your fellow classmates to find out what you missed. DO NOT interrupt class the day you return to ask what you missed.
Under no circumstances will there be make-up or early exams. Writing assignments must be submitted when they are due. Late work will be accepted only at the discretion of Dr. Harvey.
Final Exam Information
Final exams are to be offered on the date and time specified in the “Final Exam Schedule” published in the Lone Star College System Credit Schedule and available on our websites. There should be no deviations from the posted exam date or time without the express permission of Vice President for Instruction, Dr. Julie Leidig.
Academic Integrity
The Lone Star College System upholds the core values of learning: honesty, respect, fairness, and accountability. The system promotes the importance of personal and academic honesty. The system embraces the belief that all learners—students, faculty, staff, and administrators—will act with integrity and honesty and must produce their own work and give appropriate credit to the work of others. Fabrication of sources, cheating, or unauthorized collaboration is not permitted on any work submitted within the system.
The consequences for academic dishonesty are determined by the professor, or the professor and academic dean, or the professor and chief student services officer and can include but are not limited to
1. Having additional class requirements imposed,
2. Receiving a grade of zero or “F” for an exam or assignment,
3. Receiving a grade of “F” for the course,
4. Being withdrawn from the course or program,
5. Being expelled from the college system.
Turnitin.com
The Lone Star College District subscribes to Turnitin.com which supports faculty in their quest to uphold academic integrity. Student coursework may be submitted to the scrutiny of the Turnitin software. Please note that these submissions of assignments to Turnitin do not necessarily constitute an accusation or suspicion of plagiarism on the student’s part.
Class Cancellations
Decisions to cancel some or all classes will be made by college administration (not the instructor), generally by 6am for day classes and by 3pm for evening classes. The closing announcement will be made on all local broadcast stations. You can sign up to receive instant e-mail notification by clicking on “Emergency Notices” in the NEWS section of the district homepage at www.LoneStar.edu.
The Vocational Rehabilitation Act (1973)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (1990)
These acts protect us against discrimination. Therefore, if you require reasonable accommodations because of a physical, mental, or learning disability, notify the instructor of this course as soon as possible and preferably before the 7th hour of class.
Additionally, students with disabilities who believe that they need accommodations in this course are encouraged to contact the Disability Services Office at 936-273-7239 located in Building E, Office 103H, as soon as possible to better ensure that such accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion.
EEOC Statement: LSC-Montgomery is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. The college does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, or ethnicity in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, or other college administered programs and activities.
Students with Disabilities
With appropriate documentation, students with disabilities may request all accommodations due them. These students must identify themselves to the instructor and present the documentation as soon as possible. Each student is responsible for knowing his accommodations and for reminding me each time an accommodation is appropriate. Please know what your accommodations include. If you have a documented disability that requires assistance, you must register with the Office of Disability Services for coordination of your academic accommodations.
General Rules
• The use of phones, earphones, IPODs, etc. is not allowed in the classroom. Your cell phone must be out of sight during class. DO NOT ANSWER a phone in the classroom. DO NOT TEXT DURING CLASS.
The student violating this rule may be asked to leave class and will be counted absent for that day.
• Computers (including personal laptops) are present in the classroom for the facilitation of learning. Computers are not to be used during class time for any purpose beyond the lesson.
• Recording devices are not allowed unless approved by the instructor.
• Bring required course materials to every class meeting.
• Exhibit respect for yourself and your classmates at all times.
To clarify, the following behaviors are not acceptable in the classroom:
· leaving early (unless you talk to me first)
· sleeping (I will wake you.)
· talking while someone else has the floor
· belittling others (including others outside of this class)
· using IPods or cell phones—voice, text, or remote ear pieces
· chewing tobacco
· playing games or checking email on the computers during class
· working on outside material (i.e., an assignment for another class)
CAUTION! Some class discussions will involve controversial topics.
You must understand that your opinion, no matter how well founded, is not the ONLY opinion. I will not tolerate disrespect among peers—there will be no laughing, berating, criticizing, etc. in response to the ideas/opinions of others. We will conduct this class as adults, knowing that the discussions in which we involve ourselves will help us to grow as individuals.
Changes to Assignment Schedule and Course Policies:
The instructor reserves the right to update the course policies, assignments, and schedule at any time. Changes may be made throughout the semester. It is the student’s responsibility to keep up with changes as they are announced.
Course Schedule:
Monday, June 7 Introduction to course (and Angel)
Course requirements and expectations
Tuesday, June 8 Discussion: Explication
Exploring Literary Analysis-5 Elements
Writing Essays About Literature (handout)Topic #1: Growing Pains
Topic #1: Growing Up Girl
Chopin, “Ripe Figs”
Wednesday, June 9 Symbols, Setting, and Characters
Walker, “Everyday Use” (p. 1790)
Thursday,June 10 Walker, “In Search of Our Mothers’ Gardens”
In-class Writing Activities:
Summary/Response and Intro to Annotated Bibliography
Art in the Everyday
Monday, June 14 Recreating Identity
Cisneros, “My Tocaya” (p. 1923)
Anzaldúa, “Cihuatlyotl, Woman Alone” (1742)
Morrison, “Recitatif” (1599)
Explication
Tuesday, Jun 15 Oates, “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?” (on Angel)
Assignment: Composition #1
In-class Writing
Wednesday, June 16 Peer Review
Final Draft
Assignment: Annotated Bibliography (Due: Wednesday, July 7)
Thursday, June 17 Topic #2: Female Sexuality
Autobiography
Jacobs, “The Trials of Girlhood” (801)
“A Perilous Passage in the Slave Girl’s Life” (803)
“The Loophole of Retreat” (806)
Research: Slave Narrative
Monday, June 21 Subversions of Sexuality and Fairy Tales
Cisneros, “La Fabulosa: A Texas Operetta” (1926)
Rossetti, “Goblin Market” (954)
Tuesday, June 22 Carter, “Company of Wolves”
Research: Fairy Tales
Wednesday, June 23 The Male Gaze
Hawthorne, “The Birthmark” (to be provided)
Fetterly Scholarship (to be provided)
Summary/Response
Thursday, June 24 Assignment: Composition #2
In-class Writing
Peer Review
Monday, June 28 Final Draft (Due at beginning of class)
Topic #3: Motherhood
Motherhood Discussion, Revisiting Texts
KUHF “This I Believe…”
“Girl” (to be provided)
Creative Writing
Tuesday, June 29 Fantasy and Reality/Theme of Sacrifice
Yamamoto, “Seventeen Syllables” (1482)
Cisneros, “Woman Hollering Creek” (on Angel)
Wednesday, June 30 Ozick, “The Shawl” (1552)
Assignment: Essay #3
Thursday, July 1 Peer Review
Final Draft
Monday, July 5 – NO CLASS – JULY 4th Holiday
Tuesday, July 6 Annotated Bibliography – In-class work
Wednesday, July 7 Annotated Bibliography Due
Topic #4: Silence/Power
Kingston, “No Name Woman” (1713)
Thursday, July 8 Glaspell, Trifles (1293)
Writing About Literature
Monday, July 12 Group: Project Guilty or Not Guilty
Tuesday, July 13 Final Exam