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FALL 2009
SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DIVISION OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
COURSE SYLLABUS
ENC 1101—FRESHMAN ENGLISH I
MTWTF 1ST, 2ND, OR 3RD PERIOD
COURSE TITLE: ENC 1101 FRESHMAN ENGLISH I 3 CREDIT HOURS*
* This credit is what you would receive at SFCC, not the credit accorded at SHS.
CATALOG DESCRIPTION: A study of the forms of discourse, as illustrated in contemporary essays, designed to train you in methods of forceful expression, logical thinking, and intelligent reading. The course includes intensive study and practice in the mechanics of composition including a research paper. Prerequisite: Acceptable scores on placement test. Gordon Rule: requires college-level writing in multiple assignments. (TR)
PREREQUISITES: Acceptable scores on placement test
COURSE MATERIALS:
Achubee, Chinua. Things Fall Apart. Evanston, IL: McDougal Littell, 1997. Print.
Holt McDougal. The Elements of Literature. Sixth Course. Austin: Holt McDougal, 2009. Print.
Kirszner, Laurie, and Stephen Mandell. The Wadsworth Handbook. 8th ed. Boston: Thomson Wadsworth, 2008. Print.
McCuen-Metherell, Jo Ray, and Anthony Winkler. Readings for Writers. 12th ed. Boston: Thomson Wadsworth, 2007. Print.
Pausch, Randy. The Last Lecture. New York: Hyperion, 2008. Print.
Salinger, J.D. The Catcher in the Rye. Boston: Little, Brown, and Company, 1991. Print.
Supplementary photocopied, audiovisual, reserve, or internet materials may be used. Additional novels may be used as well.
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS: Lecture; small group discussion and oral report; large group discussion; online research; library research; D2L; Turnitin.com.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
This Course Supports The Following College-Wide Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate (read, write, speak, and listen) effectively.
2. Students will demonstrate the ability to reflect, analyze, synthesize and apply knowledge.
4. Students will demonstrate the ability to find, evaluate, organize, and use information.
a. ENC 1101 will be used to collect data on this outcome during 2009-2010 school year.
5. Prepare students to participate actively as informed and responsible citizens in social, cultural, global and environmental matters.
SPECIFIC COURSE OUTCOMES:
1. Students entering Freshman English I (ENC 1101) have basic skills in grammar, sentence and paragraph structure, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling; however, the more important of these skills will be reviewed and practiced (with exercises) to enable successful completion of this course.
2. Students will develop writing skills in some of the following paragraph modes or essay formats—narration, description, classification, exemplification, definition, comparison/contrast, process analysis, causal analysis, and argument.
3. Students will demonstrate in their writing parallelism, subordination, conciseness, variety and emphasis in sentence structure, the effective use of figurative language and concrete details, and the formal level of diction appropriate to standard written American English.
4. Students will write a formal research paper, demonstrating proper research methods, including the evaluation of evidence and sources; the use of direct quotations, paraphrases, and summaries, and the use of proper documentation formats.
4a. Students in the English Department will use research documentation procedures correctly as demonstrated by successful passing of departmental quizzes and passing final grades for the research paper assignment.
5. Students will demonstrate the correct use of research tools (including the Internet) in the LRC and at home, if the student has his or her own Internet service provider (ISP).
5a. Students in the English Department will be able to evaluate the authoritativeness of possible source material as demonstrated by passing final grades on the research assignment.
6. Students will, individually and in small-group settings, develop analytical, conceptual, and creative thinking skills which will enable them to more coherently and clearly express their thoughts in both oral and written formats, thereby demonstrating the process of moving from analytical thinking and writing to that of synthesis in longer and more complex essays.
7. Reading, active learning exercises, and research topics will be selected so that students develop a greater awareness of cultural, gender, and social issues.
8. Students are expected to apply the knowledge and skills gained in this course to other college courses, present or future work experience, and everyday life.
ONLINE RESOURCES – You may find the URLs listed here useful for this course. Their relevance and utility will be discussed during the introduction/orientation session.
· Turnitin.com (http://www.turnitin.com) to help proof your papers for use of sources BEFORE you hand them in to the instructor.
· Purdue Online Writing Lab (http://owl.english.purdue.edu/) to brush up on grammar, punctuation, and MLA documentation format and style.
· Critical Thinking Across the Curriculum Project. (Longview Community College, Missouri). (http://mcckc.edu/longview/ctac/) for further explanation on logical fallacies.
· Mission Critical: The Critical Thinking Home Page. (San Jose State University). (http://www.sjsu.edu/depts/itl/graphics/main.html) for further explanation on logical fallacies
ARTS AND SCIENCES POLICIES:
· ATTENDANCE (The Arts and Sciences Guideline)– Consistent and timely attendance correlates directly with successful learning. In the School of Arts and Sciences, students could be withdrawn by the instructor if they miss more than a total of four (4) class hours. Individual instructors may publish their own attendance policies. Given the College policy that students be warned before being withdrawn by the instructor for excessive absences, the publication of an attendance policy in the syllabus constitutes the first warning; the second will be mailed from the Registrar’s Office. Students will have seven days to contact the instructor to discuss their continued presence in the class. It is highly recommended that students understand the significance of the last day to withdraw with a grade of W. Dual Enrollment students are expected to abide by their district’s Code of Conduct.
· CODE OF CONDUCT: When students are admitted to South Florida Community College they are subject to the jurisdiction of the College during their enrollment. As members of the college community, students are expected to act responsibly in all areas of personal and social conduct. Students are responsible for the observance of all Board policies and procedures as published in the College Catalog, the Student Handbook, and other College information bulletins. Violation of any of these rules may lead to disciplinary action in accordance with prescribed procedures for the handling of disciplinary cases and may range from reprimand to expulsion from the College.
· D2L (DESIRE TO LEARN): SFCC uses D2L as its course management software. Each class has a page on D2L, including grades, discussion boards, and a place to put handouts. It is easy to contact the instructor and fellow students through D2L. If you are not already aware of and comfortable with all of the features of D2L or if you do not have a login name and password, please log on to www.southflorida.edu and press on the Panther Den link. Then, find the links that connect you to the self-guided tutorials. At the end of the self-guided tutorials, you will be directed to call the Help Desk and receive your login information. Be aware that D2L stores access records, quiz scores, email postings, discussion postings, and chat room conversations. It is very important to log off D2L when you are finished; if you don’t, a person using the computer after you will have access to your course materials, your email account, and your confidential record. Protect your password.
· DISABLED STUDENT SERVICES: SFCC offers full educational services to disabled students. However, in order to provide reasonable services and appropriate accommodations, students must self identify to the Disabilities Specialist and provide documentation of the disabling or limiting condition. Services are varied and include, but are not limited to admission and registration assistance, special campus orientation, note taking, tutoring, testing, audiovisual aids, readers, and mobility aids. Disabled Student Services (DSS) is a unit of SFCC Student Services in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The purpose of DSS is to provide services to students with disabilities. These services permit students access to the same educational opportunities as their non-disabled peers and are offered within the institution’s philosophical framework that stresses student independence and self-reliance. DSS operates in cooperation and conjunction with other units in Student Services (Assessment Center and Student Support Services) to ensure continuity of services. In addition, DSS works closely with other public and private rehabilitation agencies to facilitate the coordination of service delivery. Inquiries should be directed to the Disabilities Specialist, Student Services/Classroom Complex Suite B152, Avon Park.
· INCOMPLETE GRADES: If you have participated throughout the term but are unable to complete all course requirements (such as a term paper, project or final exam) because of illness or other extenuating circumstances, you may request a grade of incomplete. If you receive an I grade, you have six weeks from the beginning of the next college enrollment period to make up the work in the course as outlined on the incomplete form. If you do not complete the assigned work, the grade is automatically changed to the grade assigned by the instructor. Incomplete grades in competency-based programs are governed by the appropriate departmental policies. Dual Enrollment students are expected to abide by their district’s Code of Conduct.
· ONLINE COMMUNICATION: Students should check email at least twice a week. Email communication is most suitable for personal questions between you and the instructor or you and a few other people. In all online communication, it is expected that all students will follow rules of online netiquette. See details at http://www.albion.com/netiquette/index.html. Being disruptive or breaking the rules of netiquette may result in revocation of access privileges. Read over your emails before you send them. Be clear enough so that people can understand you without your body language to add clarity; use good English and full sentences, not texting shorthand.
· PLAGIARISM AND CHEATING: Plagiarism is the use of another individual’s words, phrases, sentences, or ideas (whether taken word for word, in summary form, or as a paraphrase), without giving credit to the source from which they come (without proper documentation). This also includes handing in another student’s writing (original or researched) as your own. The first offense of willful plagiarism or cheating (verified by the instructor) will result in a grade of “F” (0 value) for the specific assignment. Second offenses are grounds for suspension from the class with a grade of “F”. All instances of plagiarism and other forms of cheating will be referred to the appropriate instructional supervisor, Dean and the Dean of Students. Research papers from other courses will not be accepted in this course.
· RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS: Students who must miss class in order to observe a religious holiday must notify the instructor at least seven (7) days in advance of the day(s) to be missed and shall have until the next class meeting after the observance/holiday to make up missed assignments and/or exams. Dual Enrollment students are expected to abide by their district’s Code of Conduct.
· TUTORING: SFCC is committed to student success and, therefore, provides several tutoring services. The Tutoring and Learning Center is located on the first floor of the LRC and offers free tutoring, mainly in Math and Writing. Hours may vary. For online students who have paid a fee to register for the class, the online tutoring service Smarthinking will be available for a specific number of hours (designated for each online class); beyond the set number of hours for the class, students may wish to pay for further Smarthinking tutoring on their own.
NAME OF INSTRUCTOR: Cheryl A. Rosenbaum
WEBSITE: http://highmail.highlands.k12.fl.us/~rosenbac/
TELEPHONE: 471-5500 ext. 277
E-MAIL:
WELCOME STATEMENT: Welcome to Freshman English I (ENC 1101), a required course for all A.A. and some A.S. degree programs at South Florida Community College. The major purpose of this course is to upgrade language and writing skills at the formal level of Standard American English for use not only in college level courses but also in each student’s future career and to learn the process of writing a research paper.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Students will complete a variety of practice writing both in and out of class to meet the Gordon Rule requirement: paragraphs, free writing, journal writing, and rough drafts. In addition, students will submit at least four 500-word essays for formal grading by the instructor per semester. A 1,200-1,500 word research paper will also be required of all students as the accountability part of the research component of this course per semester. Final drafts of essays must meet all MLA writing guidelines both for format and documentation, as applicable to the essay type.
DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS
JOURNALS:
These must be a minimum of 250-350 words per week. These papers will be written using personal experience. No sources or bibliography will be required; however, you may at times find it helpful to do some research to acquaint you better with your topic. If such is the case, remember to use proper documentation whenever you paraphrase, summarize, or directly quote outside sources. See your handout on Journals for more specific information.
MIDTERM AND FINAL EXAMINATIONS:
The midterm and final exams will be a combination of objective/subjective items and may include: multiple choice, T & F, completion, short answer, and essay. More specific information will be given closer to the exam date. You should be aware that your final exam with your responses will be submitted to the dean at SFCC to ensure the validity of this dual enrollment class.
RESEARCH PAPERS:
A research paper must be a minimum of 1,200 word, typed, double-spaced, using MLA format (See Wadsworth). We will complete a research paper, in addition to other essays, each semester. Topics will be selected by the students but must be approved by the instructor. It is strongly encouraged that the student selects a topic in which he or she is interested. The paper will include a minimum of seven (7) sources, a cover page, and a bibliography page. Because this paper will require much structural and grammatical revision, it is imperative that the student complete the rough draft of this project in a timely manner.
RESEARCH PAPER PRESENTATIONS:
Upon completion of the research paper, students will work collaboratively to present an abstract of their research papers. To this end, students are encouraged to use a variety of media, such as Power Point, web pages, and other visual aids. Students must participate in this activity to receive full credit for the research paper.