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Eng 102 Introduction Summer14
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Eng 102
English Composition 2
Jeannine Stanko
Class Sections/Time/Location Section: BC81R
Dates: 7/1 – 8/9
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 6:00 – 9:45 PM
Room: N-308
Today’s Agenda Introductions
Reliable sources
Grammar diagnostic
Essay diagnostic assignment
Thursday’s assignments
Ice Breaker Choose a classmate that you don’t already know. Ask this
classmate the following questions. You will be introducing this person to the rest of the class so make sure to write down their answers!
1. What would you leave in your will for the person you care about the most?
2. What is your dream job?
3. If you were an animal, what would you be and why?
4. What is one of your pet peeves or an interesting thing that you dislike about yourself or others?
Instructor Information
Jeannine Stanko
724-396-4158
Office Hours: T/TH by appointment
Office Location: by appointment
Materials & Resources Behrens, Laurence and Leonard J. Rosen. Writing
and Reading Across the Curriculum. 12th ed. New York: Pearson Longman, 2013.
Flash drive
Tutoring Options: The Learning Assistance Center, Smartthinking.com, Writing Lab, Instructor by appointment
The Learning Commons
Learning Outcomes Use Standard Written English to create well-
structured sentences, paragraphs, and essays Review the writing process and use strategies to
further revising and editing skills Write extensive multi-paragraph essays using
argument and a variety of structural patterns considering audience and tone
Read critically, learning to summarize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate relevant information from a variety of print and electronic sources, as well as from direct observations, interviews and surveys
Make distinctions about the credibility, reliability, consistency, strengths, and limitations of resources but not limited to information gathered from Web sites
Listed Topics Review as Needed:
Grammar and mechanics
Organization, including introductions and conclusions
Peer evaluation
Writing process
Unity and coherence
Summary, paraphrase, and direct quotation
plagiarism
Listed Topics Further Develop
Analytical thinking and writing skills
using argumentative and persuasive strategies
Writing sound theses
Audience, purpose, and tone
Locating print and electronic source material
Evaluating sources and evidence
Proper documentation
Synthesizing sources
Critical thinking
Clarity: syntax, semantics, and diction
Sentence variety and coherence
Evaluation Grading scale
A = 100-90%
B = 89 – 80%
C = 79-70%
D = 69-60%
F = 59% or below
Workload Expect to write 15-20 polished pages for the
semester
Presentation 10% final grade
Grammar concept– 100 points
Choose a designated chapter in Hacker and design a lesson to present and teach that grammar concept to your peers.
Length, Punctuality, Accuracy, & Teamwork
Concept Instruction
Practice Worksheet
Reinforcement Activity
Creativity
Grammar Presentation
Essays – 50% of final grade Annotated Bibliography – 300 points
Argument Synthesis – 100 points
Classical Argument – 100 points
Assessments & Attendance 40% final grade
Final (grammar) – 100 points
Final (writing) – 100 points
Attendance – 200 points
Mulligans Each essay can be redone once
Due before next essay
Mulligan is forfeited if absent on assignment’s due date
Must submit original with revision stapled on top
Essay Submission Must be submitted at beginning of class!
Late papers forfeit mulligan
Essays will not be accepted after mulligan deadline
Computer problem is NOT an emergency.
Email essay option
Attach & copy/paste into body
Must be received before class on due date
I will respond for your reassurance (text!)
A plagiarized essay will result in failure of assignment!
Attendance: Expect to attend every class
3 absences result in class failure!
20 or more minutes late counts as an absence
After 3 late entries/early departures, begin to count as absence
Considered late after roll taken
Rough drafts and in-class work can not be made up
Homework assignments receive half-credit
If miss an assessment, mulligan is forfeited
Essays and portfolios submitted after due date also forfeit mulligan
Electronics Must be turned off & out of sight
Texting or engaging in social networking
Computer/internet activities during instruction
Receive an absence for class period
No personal calls or bathroom breaks Inform about emergencies
http://www.bing.com/videos/watch/video/teachers-texting-policy/203hnkjy
Disclaimers Disruptions – talking during instruction or
student Q&A Refer to Student Handbook for
acceptable/unacceptable behavior
Disciplinary policies & procedures of college
CCAC makes every effort to provide reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Questions about services and procedures should contact the Office of Supportive Services.
During the semester, reasonable changes to the course outline may be academically appropriate. Students will be notified of these adjustments in a timely manner.
Class Website Can access directly
www.english102sanjuan.weebly.com
All PowerPoints and visual materials used in class
Helpful links
All grades will be available on Blackboard
Questions?
Break!
Evaluating Sources
Activity Is the source reliable or unreliable?
Why?
Define the term “Peer Review” Highly prized concept in academia
Refers to rigorous and competitive selection process by which scholarly manuscripts are chosen for publication
Judged on rigor and accuracy of research and significance and value of argument
How should sources, specifically web sources, be evaluated?
Authority
Objectivity
Coverage
Accuracy
Currency
Evaluating Sources Authority
Is the document author or site sponsor clearly identified?
Does the site identify the occupation, position, education, experience, or other credentials of the author?
Does the home page or a clear link from the home page reveal the author’s or sponsor’s motivation for establishing the site?
Does the site provide contact information for the author or sponsor such as an email or organization address?
Evaluating Sources
Objectivity
Is the site’s purpose clear?
Is the site explicit about declaring its point of view?
Does the site indicate whether the author is affiliated with a specific organization, institution, or association?
Does the site indicate whether it is directed toward a specific audience?
Evaluating Sources
Coverage
Are the topics covered by the site clear?
Does the site exhibit a suitable depth and comprehensiveness for its purpose?
Is sufficient evidence provided to support the ideas and opinions presented?
Evaluating Sources
Accuracy
Are the sources of information stated?
Do the facts appear to be accurate?
Can you verify this information by comparing this source with other sources in the field?
Evaluating Sources Currency
Are dates included in the Web site?
Do the dates apply to the material itself, to its placement on the Web, or to the time the site was last revised and updated?
Is the information current, or at least still relevant, for the site’s purpose? For your purpose?
Web Sources Who placed this piece on the Web and why?
Each kind of website has a different purpose
.com
Commercial site
Purpose is to promote the view of a corporation or business
.org
Nonprofit organizations or advocacy groups
Purpose is
To provide accurate, balanced information related to organization’s mission work
To promote political views
To advocate a cause
Web Sources .edu
Associated with a college or university
Purpose varies to include school promotion, strong advocacy on student issues, objective and scholarly research
.gov or .mil
Sponsored by a government agency or military unit
Provide basic data about government policy, bills in Congress, economic forecasts, census data, etc.
Purpose varies to include objective information or promotion of agency’s agenda
Activity Is the source reliable or unreliable?
Why?
Web Sources
What is Google Scholar?
Attempts to duplicate services of licensed databases
Doesn’t make public names of journals it indexes
Unsure whether source is current or thorough
Useful substitute for researchers who don’t have access to online databases licensed by university libraries
What is a Licensed Database?
Index articles appearing in thousands of periodicals
Restricted to fee-paying customers
Can’t be accessed through web search engines
Academic Search Complete (Ebsco)
LexisNexis
JSTOR
For Thursday... Read Behrens pgs. 36 – 45
Diagnostic essay (prompt choices on next slide)
Think about which grammar topic to present
Writing Sample – Due Thursday Write an essay answering one of the following
prompts. You may use the computer, textbook, and any other necessary sources to complete this task.
Should Americans worry about companies moving jobs off-shore?
Are Americans concerned enough about the environment?
Is gay marriage atypical?
How important is sleep?