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Valencia CollegeENC 1101
Freshman Composition (3 Credits) Fall 2019 – Full Term
Sections Course Classroom Modules Open Module Due10151/13434
ENC 1101 On Campus Monday at 9:00 a.m. Sunday at 11:59 p.m.
Instructor Email Address Telephone:Karen Cowden, M.A. Ed./Developmental Ed. Specialist
[email protected] 407-582-1960
Campus/Office Hours: On Campus Hours: Virtual West CampusBuilding 5 Room 143
Monday/Wednesday 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Tuesday/Thursday 7:45 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Friday9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m
Important Dates:Class Begins..……………………………………………….
Monday, August 26th.
Drop/Refund Deadline........................................ Tuesday, September 3rd at 11:59 P.M.Labor Day – College closed .………………………….
Monday, September 2nd
Withdrawal Deadline for ‘W’ grade ………………..
Friday, November 1st at 11:59 P.M.
Veteran’s Day – College closed……………………….
Monday, November 11th
Thanksgiving Break –College closed ..……………Final Exams ………...............................................
Wednesday, November 27th - Sunday, December 1st Monday, December 9 – Sunday, December 15th
Class Ends…………………………………………………..
Sunday, December 15th
Grades Available in Atlas………………………………
Tuesday, December 17th at 9:00 a.m.
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In this course you will spend a total of seven – 10 hours per week on assignments, activities, discussions, grammar exercises, chapter readings, quizzes, essays, revision/editing/peer
reviews and other course content. If you cannot meet this expectation this term it is highly advised you choose another semester to complete the course.
Canvas works best with “Mozilla Firefox” or “Google Chrome” browsers.
Little Seagull Handbook W/Exercises (W/Out Access Card) 0393602648 Norton
Catalog Description: Development of essay form, including documented essay; instruction and practice in expository writing. Emphasis on clarity of central and support ideas, adequate development, logical organization, coherence, appropriate citing of primary and/or secondary sources, and grammatical and mechanical accuracy. Gordon Rule course in which the student is required to demonstrate college-level writing skills through multiple assignments. Minimum grade of C is required if ENC 1101 is used to satisfy Gordon Rule and general education requirements.
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College Competencies: Valencia Student Core Competencies: Think, Value, Act, & Communicate -
Think: Think clearly, critically, and creatively by being able to analyze, synthesize, integrate, and evaluate in many domains of human inquiry
Value: Make reasoned judgments and responsible commitments with empathy and fair-mindedness.Act: In personal, professional, and community settings, act purposefully, effectively, and responsibly with courage and perseverance. Communicate: Effectively communicate verbally, non-verbally, and visually with honesty and civility in different disciplines and settings with different audiences using varied means.
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All Valencia College Students have 24-HOUR TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR YOUR SUCCESS!
You must use the college-provided computer “helpline” IF YOU HAVE CANVAS ISSUES
WHEN MY OFFICE IS NOT OPEN. I can help get you to the right spot for support with the computer program(s), BUT I am not the 24-hour support
line.
Here are some links to get you started before we begin our course so that you can have your
Top Ten Success Tips from Other Students: Previous students who earned the highest possible score in this course have chosen to share some of their tips for success with you, below:
1. set an online schedule for weekly completion of assignments, lecture videos, discussions, quizzes, exams, and essays;
2. read all of the assigned sections of the textbooks using the annotation skills; 3. follow all of the directions for the activities/assignments; 4. email your professor with questions prior to submitting their work or missing a deadline; 5. use college tutoring/communication center services when necessary; 6. proofread assignments for spelling and sentence errors; 7. submit discussions on time;8. before pressing “Send,” confirmed that the right file(s) needed for the assignment were attached. 9. complete the suggested "Canvas 101" module in the "Reference Materials" section to
understand how online learning works.10. DO NOT withdraw even when things are getting tough, but choose to chat with a classmate,
advisor or professor to get back on track and make it!
In our course we will do LOTS of writing. So, it is best to have a plan. Below is a suggested “Weekly Plan of Work”.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Thursday Friday Saturday
Sunday
Read 10 -15 pages in the assigned readings
Watch videos as assigned
Annotate reading(s)
Start draft of assignment/essay
Read 10-15 more pages in the assigned readings
Complete posting in this week’s DiscussionPost
Reply to four or more peer postings in Discussion
Use the weekend, if needed, to catch-up or complete work
All items due before 11:59 p.m.
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Valencia wants all students to be successful in their classes. In this class section, use the “Thinking of Withdrawing” located above “My Grades” in Canvas to help you avoid needing to withdraw.
Go to https://youtu.be/fFlkAOh4pu4 to learn more!
We have experienced a moment when we thought the computer saved our work, or we had a ride to class, or we got sick, which made another thing
become stressful or unsuccessful. Things can happen in a moment’s notice that make our world challenging.
So, it is important you practice being professional with this course and arrange/plan in advance of a problem. Think of my class as a model for your career. If you would miss work you would need to inform your manager, just like you need to inform me. Communicate with me about issues, absences or
illness that may be affecting your work or participation. Unfortunately, due to the timeframe of our course I will be unable to accommodate all requests, yet
will attempt to be kind and compassionate to your situation. Since each student has up to three absences (missed submissions), without need of documentation,
e-mailing me excuse is not needed. Simply share the space and learn together, and as best as possible practice my
Assignments and Possible Points The purpose of this course is to “The course will focus on reading comprehension, vocabulary skills, grammar, and paragraph development. In addition, the course will address the connection between reading and writing through reading response activities” (Valencia College Catalog, 2015).
The following assignments and possible points are provide for each student to determine his or her growth towards the course purpose. Further, it is provide clarity on the equity and energy to be expended to achieve your goal of a grade.
Total Possible Points = 200
A = 200-180B = 179-160
C = 159 – 140D = 139-120
F = under 119
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Assignment Possible Points1. Canvas 101 52. Grammarly 53. D1 104. D2 105. D3 106. Essay #1 - Outline 107. Essay #1 - Draft 108. Essay #1 - Tutor Report 109. Essay #1 - Final 2410.Survey – Course Progress from
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11.D3 1012.D4 1013.D5 1014.Essay #2 - Outline 1015.Essay #2- Draft 1016.Essay #2 - Tutor Report 1017.Essay #2 – Final 2418.Researched Persuasive Project 2019.EARS 220.Student Feedback on Instruction 5
Welcome to Valencia College; we are enthused to have this opportunity to assist you in achieving your educational goals. Higher education is a privilege and an opportunity; it is your responsibility to realize that you are in control of those behaviors and actions that can enable success in this course. At our college we value a collaborative and equitable environment. There are basic principles we ascribe to in working together, known as the PJI principles. You can learn more about the Peace and Justice Institute, participate in free campus and on-line events, and community gatherings from the following website: http://valenciacollege.edu/pji/
Peace and Justice Institute PrinciplesHOW WE TREAT EACH OTHER
Our Practice of Respect and Community Building
1. Create a hospitable and accountable community. We all arrive in isolation and need the generosity of friendly welcomes. Bring all of yourself to the work in this community. Welcome others to this place and this work, and presume that you are welcomed as well. Hospitality is the essence of restoring community
2. Listen deeply. Listen intently to what is said; listen to the feelings beneath the words. Strive to achieve a balance between listening and reflecting, speaking and acting.
3. Create an advice free zone. Replace advice with curiosity as we work together for peace and justice. Each of us is here to discover our own truths. We are not here to set someone else straight, to “fix” what we perceive as broken in another member of the group.
4. Practice asking honest and open questions. A great question is ambiguous, personal and provokes anxiety.
5. Give space for unpopular answers. Answer questions honestly even if the answer seems unpopular. Be present to listen not debate, correct or interpret.
6. Respect silence. Silence is a rare gift in our busy world. After someone has spoken, take time to reflect without immediately filling the space with words. This applies to the speaker, as well – be comfortable leaving your words to resound in the silence, without refining or elaborating on what you have said.
7. Suspend judgment. Set aside your judgments. By creating a space between judgments and reactions, we can listen to the other, and to ourselves, more fully.
8. Identify assumptions. Our assumptions are usually invisible to us, yet they undergird our worldview. By identifying our assumptions, we can then set them aside and open our viewpoints to greater possibilities.
9. Speak your truth. You are invited to say what is in your heart, trusting that your voice will be heard and your contribution respected. Own your truth by remembering to speak only for yourself. Using the first person “I” rather than “you” or “everyone” clearly communicates the personal nature of your expression.
10.When things get difficult, turn to wonder. If you find yourself disagreeing with another, becoming judgmental, or shutting down in defense, try turning to wonder: “I wonder what brought her to this place?” "I wonder what my reaction teaches me?” “I wonder what he’s feeling right now?
11.Practice slowing down. Simply the speed of modern life can cause violent damage to the soul. By intentionally practicing slowing down we strengthen our ability to extend community building to others—and to ourselves.
12.All voices have value. Hold these moments when a person speaks as precious because these are the moments when a person is willing to stand for something, trust the group and offer something he or she sees as valuable.
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13.Maintain confidentiality. Create a safe space by respecting the confidential nature and content of discussions held in the group. Allow what is said in the group to remain there.
Prepared by the Peace and Justice Institute with considerable help from the works of Peter Block, Parker Palmer, the Dialogue Group and the Center for Renewal and Wholeness in Higher Education
Study tips
LEARNING IS AN ACTION VERB! Most students need to do more than just sit through lectures and reread their notes. Spend 1-2 hour blocks of time EVERY DAY actively writing or discussing concepts to make them a part of your memory. Use the words you learn often, they will sink in better. Here are some study and classroom management tips that have assisted former students:- Attend class daily and don’t be tardy. The introduction to each lecture explains the purpose of the entire lecture. Students who follow this rule won’t miss important information.- REWRITE YOUR NOTES soon after the lecture; if the instructor permits, tape record lectures and replay to refresh your memory when you rewrite your notes.- Create flash cards with questions you make up from the lecture and lab with answers on the back.- Use mnemonic devises and other games to remember concepts; go to Google images, YouTube and Khan Academy for additional pictures and videos to clarify concepts.- Make lists of confusing topics from your studying and ask questions. - Take advantage of the professor’s office hours.- JOIN A STUDY GROUP and predict what questions the professor could ask on the test.
- Get the telephone number of one or more buddies in case you are absent from a class.
Please know, Valencia College is committed to providing each student a quality educational experience. Faculty members have set high standards of instruction for themselves and for you. If you have a problem in a class, or your instructor has a problem with you, the first step is to have a private talk to your instructor in their office during office hours. If you or the professor are still dissatisfied, either party may talk with the academic dean of the division for your class. We will work together to resolve any issues that arise.
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Professor Cowden’s Philosophy, Bio and Classroom Policies
Professor Biography: Karen Cowden, M.A. Ed./Developmental Education Specialist/Endowed Chair
I am here to collaborate with you along your learning path in college.
I earned my Masters of Elementary Education from the University of Central Florida in 2003, with a specialization in Children’s Literacy and Course Design graduating with Honors. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Public Relations from Florida State University, with a minor in Journalism from Florida A&M University in 1993 graduating with Honors. I earned my Associate of Arts degree from Valencia Community College in 1991 graduating with Honors. I hold various roles within the college (and even outside of the college). Within my work in the Communications Department I teach College Preparatory Reading - Levels I & II and English for Academic Purposes. Within my work as a Faculty Fellow with the “Center for Teaching and Learning Innovation” I teach "Facilitating On-line Learning", "Teaching in the Learning College",
and "Circles of Innovation" for faculty. It is an amazing opportunity to work for a college that believes in the work-life balance, and helping all learners at any age, with any skills, enhance their lives. I was once a Valencia College (Valencia Community College back then) graduate and proud to share my experiences in learning and growing with you. It is a wonderful place to start and if you allow it to happen and take the opportunities for the clubs, free events, tutoring, and more offered through our college - you will develop the 4 core competencies (Think, Value, Communicate, Act) making you a "catch" for an employer. One thing I did learn not only as a student at the college, but from my dear Aunt Patricia, is the "5P Rule" - Prior Planning Prevents a Poor Performance. Therefore, in this course I hope to have provided you many tools to help you plan and prepare for a wonderful learning experience (and a lot of fun!).
I have been at Valencia as a faculty member since January 2007 and I am deeply involved in the governing work of the college and building a collaborative college community. I have served as or on Faculty Senate (West Campus President), Faculty Council (West Council Representative), Peace and Justice Institute (Committee Member), "Book Round" Club (Communications Division), and now as a Faculty Fellow with the Teaching and Learning Center for West Campus, particularly in Best Practices with student engagement and online format. It is such fun to be "in-the-weeds" with my colleagues making our community and courses the best and most innovative - winning us amazing awards and helping students get great careers! In addition to my work with the college, I consult with publishers on course content, technology tools, and "Best Practices" for textbooks, online programs, and conferences. One of my most professional honors is receiving my Endowed Chair, four years in a row, generously funded by the William C. Demetree, Jr. Foundation. The chair focused on building bridges with OSD (Office of Students with Special Disabilities) and Special Needs Students and faculty/deans/staff. With an award of $3,900.00 to focus on engaging technological platforms to empower students I facilitated the direction and production of 31 speech-language interpreted videos for the REA 0017 exam, which are now delivered via secure testing in the testing centers on multiple campuses. Further, I hosted two “Dinner and Learn with OSD” sessions where 75 faculty, deans, and other engaged leaders gathered to learn “Best Practices” with OSD Staff, the “Live Scribe ECHO” pen and it’s features, tips and tricks to have “sensitive, yet crucial
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conversations with OSD students”, and to collaborate with colleagues. Finally, I purchased eight “Live Scribe ECHO” pens for student use (checked out from the OSD office on west campus), as well as basic college supplies (notebooks, pens, paper, other items).
Recently I presented at NADE (National Association for Developmental Education), FDEA (Florida Developmental Education Association), FCIE (Florida Council on International Education), and SCADE (South Carolina Association of Developmental Education). While out on sabbatical in fall, 2018 I continued work on my “Professional Writing Certificate” program at the University of Central Florida. This past December 2017, my son, Ethan, turned two and he has given me an entirely new perspective on being a parent and working/doing schoolwork. If you need any support with kid friendly things in Orlando, I am here.
I hope you will find that in my course you work on concepts that really intrigue you, inspire you, and even entertain you. Reading, learning and teaching have been a passions of mine, along with writing personal journals of my adventures around the globe (just ask me to see some of them and I will e-mail you a copy) for many years. Therefore, I hope to pass along that passion with lots of empathy, and caring, to you this semester. Below you will read quite a few class and college policies. It is VITAL that you read these with detail just as you would when purchasing a car, house, or other valuable commodity. A syllabus is a contract, which means we are making an agreement between us on how to engage and experience the semester. If at any time you need support I am here to help, you comprehend and complete your contract (syllabus). So, just chat with me; and/or, come by and have a cup of coffee – I am good at cooking, too.
Peace be with you,
Karen Cowden, M.A. Ed./Developmental Education Specialist
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Academic Standards for College-Level/Professional Writing
Writing standards are essential for employees, managers, directors and business owners. You will be judged (by students, parents, bosses, and peers) on your ability to write. You are expected to proof read your writing before turning it in. If you are unaware of how to proof read for the following items, use the resources in course section: ACADEMIC WRITING, or make an appointment in the Writing Center for direction.
Assignments in this class should be written direct and concise -- get to the point. Learn to avoid long, complicated sentences if you want your newsletters, notes to clients, and assignments to be read—entirely. All submission will need to be spell checked, proofread and edited.
Basic tips before you turn in an assignment:
1. Proof read your work out loud. Yes, out loud—to yourself!2. Have someone read your paper for content and correctness.3. Go through all the items on the list, below before hitting, “Submit”.4. Use the “SEE-IT” pattern, below.5. Submit your work to Smarthinking (see directions, below).
SEE-IT pattern:
State : your answer, in the first sentence of the paragraph Explain : what you mean in the second sentence Examples : Provide a list of examples, in a sentence Image : Describe a specific situation you observed in class Re-state: your answer in a summary sentence to end the paragraph
Directions to Access Smartthinking:
Students can access Smarthinking through the Courses tab in Atlas. Please note students have an eight-hour limit of usage per semester, an increase from the previous five-hour limit. Smarthinking is best used as a back up to on-campus services and support, not a replacement. Directly above the Smarthinking link in
Grading Requirements and Rubrics The purpose of the assignments for this course is to document that you have met the standards outlined by the Southern Association of Colleges (SACS).
Essay Requirements:
All work for this class must be consistent with the Modern Language Association format (8th ed). The following format guidelines from MLA are essential to use in all submitted papers:
all work must be double-spaced (handwritten work will not be accepted for class assignments) use 12 point Times New Roman font 1” margins You must cite the source for all paraphrased work, including work from a website You must cite and note the page # for all direct quotes. All citations must be listed in the “Works Cited” section Please put page #’s on all pages of your work.
o https://style.mla.org/files/2016/08/6598_Brandon_Paper_Updated.pdf (Links to an external site.)
o Use this link to see a model of a student paper properly formatted: https://style.mla.org/formatting-papers/
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Beginning score = 0Developing score = 1Competent score = 2
Accomplished score -3
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Discussion Boards Requirements:
Your original thread should be posted as soon as possible to allow for adequate "discussion."
You will select and respond to THREE peers. Full credit will not be given for replies done at the last minute since that does not
constitute a discussion. Your original discussion/journal should be written in your own words. You must answer ALL of the questions on the assignment to receive full credit. Your discussion reply to others should respond to THEIR ideas, don’t just repeat
your own ideas. No copying and pasting is acceptable. Be kind to others and show respect for differences of opinions.
o If you disagree about something, state the facts that support your own argument. No name-calling will be tolerated.
Address the person you’re writing to by his or her NAME so the instructor can read your response in relation to what the other person wrote.
If you respond with an answer that is not related to what the person wrote, it will be evident that you never read his or her post.
Please note that replies such as “I like what you said,” “That’s a good comment,” and “I disagree with your comment” in and of themselves do not count as a complete reply. Rather, stating reasons that support the opinion, adding additional ideas/thoughts, or providing alternative ideas/thoughts count as a reply. Quality over quantity is the key. Courtesy in any disagreement is expected; thus, personal attacks or calling an idea “stupid” are not acceptable and will count against a student’s grade. At times, the professor will comment when further clarification is needed or an opportunity for deeper discussion arises
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Class and College Policies
1. Free Microsoft Programs Valencia College is pleased to announce that we are now able to offer the Microsoft Student Advantage to our current students! Microsoft Student Advantage offers students the free Office 365 ProPlus, which is a full version of Office and includes Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and more. Office 365 ProPlus is a user-based service and allows each student to install on up to five PCs or MACs and access Office mobile applications on iPhone and Android phones. Your Office ProPlus subscription will remain valid while you are an active Valencia student.
To download your free subscription to Office ProPlus:1. Log into your Atlas Account2. Click on the EMAIL icon in the upper right corner3. If given an option, select Atlas Email
& Office 3654. Click on the Settings Icon5. Select Office 365 Settings6. Select Software7. Follow the instructions provided to install the software
2. Attendance/Participation/Technology/DevicesFailure to complete assigned work by the appropriate due dates will be considered the same as absence. Technology will be used in the class for academic purposes when invited by the Professor. In other times, phones and computers need to be put away.
Important Note for International Students (F-1 or J-1 Visa): Withdrawal from this course may negatively impact your visa status. Consult the International Student Services office for more information on full-time enrollment requirements.
3. Weather EmergenciesIn the case of weather emergencies, you can find out about school closings by signing up to update your information for Valencia Alerts.
4. Security StatementWe want to reassure you that our security officers are here around the clock to ensure the safety and security of the campus community. It’s important to remain alert and aware of your surroundings, especially during the early morning or evening hours. Remember that you can always call security for an escort if you feel uncomfortable walking alone on campus. White security phones can also be found in many of our buildings; simply pick up the phone and security will answer. Finally, report any suspicious persons to West Campus Security at 407-582-1000, 407-582-1030 (after-hours number) or by using the yellow emergency call boxes located on light poles in the parking lots and along walkways.
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Valencia College is committed to providing each student a
quality educational experience. Faculty members have set high
standards of instruction for themselves and for you.
If you have a problem in a class, or your instructor has a
problem with you, the first step is to have a private talk to your instructor in their office during
office hours. If you or the professor are still dissatisfied, either party may talk with the academic dean of the division for your class. We will work
together to resolve any issues that arise.
Students on Financial AidBright Futures withdrawal information: If you withdraw or are withdrawn by the professor from any course(s) that were paid for by a Florida Bright Futures Scholarship, you are responsible for repaying the cost of tuition and fees for those course(s).
Students on financial aid should consult an advisor or counselor before withdrawing from a course; there may be financial implications to the student which he or she must know about to make an informed decision before withdrawing from a course. Students with some scholarships who withdraw or are withdrawn from a class must pay the college for the cost of the class. Other scholarship sponsors may also require repayment.
5. Withdrawal from the Class:
Withdrawing from a college course affects not only your overall G.P.A., but also your financial aid and possible ability to continue with your chosen course sequence. It is best to have a conversation WITH YOUR PROFESSOR for guidance on possible withdrawal PRIOR to making such a CRITICAL DECISION. The professor will not withdraw any student for any reason; it is the responsibility of the student to withdraw themselves before the withdrawal deadline and to be aware of the date of the withdrawal deadline.If you do not intend to complete the course, you must withdraw yourself prior to the withdrawal date. Review the complete policy at http://valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/policydetail.cfm?RecordID=75.
A student who withdraws from class before the withdrawal deadline noted on the first page of this syllabus under “Important Dates” will receive a grade of “W.” A faculty member is permitted to withdraw a student from the faculty member's class up to the beginning of the final exam period, for violation of the faculty member's attendance policy, as published in the faculty member's syllabus. A student is not permitted to withdraw from this class after the withdrawal deadline; if you remain in the class after the withdrawal deadline, you can only receive a grade of A, B, C, D, F or I. An I grade will only be assigned under extraordinary circumstances that occur near the end of the semester. If you receive an I, the work missed must be made up during the following semester, at which time you will get an A, B,C,D or F. Failure to make up the work during the following semester will result in you getting a grade of F in the course. Any student who withdraws from this class during a third or subsequent attempt in this course will be assigned a grade of “F.” International students on an F1 Visa may lose their F1 Visa due to an attendance withdrawal. Students who do not attend class during the first week of class or online students who do not complete assignments during the first week of class will be listed as No Shows. Student on financial aid will be asked to re-pay the amount of the class.
In order to academically maintain financial aid, students must meet all of the following requirements:
Complete 67% of all classes attempted, and
Maintain a Valencia GPA of 2.0 or higher, and
Maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher, and
Complete degree within the 150% timeframeDetailed information about maintaining satisfactory academic progress (SAP) can be found at: http://valenciacollege.edu/finaid/satisfactory_progress.cfm
6. Baycare Behavioral Health’s Student Assistance ProgramValencia is committed to making sure all our students have a rewarding and successful college experience. To that purpose, Valencia students can get immediate help that may
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assist them with psychological issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home or work. Students have 24 hour unlimited access to the Baycare Behavioral Health’s confidential student assistance program phone counseling services by calling (800) 878-5470. Three free confidential face-to-face counseling sessions are also available to students.
7. Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD): Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a Notification to Instructor (NTI) form from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor, preferably during the first two weeks of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities.
Valencia College values all learning styles and learners. As such, I take time to know each student’s strengths will:
- Read and review all concepts in my syllabus with the class. - Demonstrate to students that Valencia is sensitive to and concerned about meeting
the needs of all students. - Encourage students to make their accommodation needs known to me early in the
semester.- Contact information: West Campus SSB, Rm. 102 Phone: 407-582-1523 Fax: 407-
582-1326
8. Links to the College Catalog, Policy Manual, and the Student Handbook: Policy Manual - http://www.valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/1. College Catalog -
http://www.valenciacollege.edu/catalog/ (includes a description of policies) Student Handbook -
http://valenciacollege.edu/studentdev/CampusInformationServices.cfm
9. Academic Honesty/Dishonesty – Plagiarism All forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited at Valencia Community College.
Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, furnishing false information, forgery, alteration or misuse of documents, misconduct during a testing situation, and misuse of identification with intent to defraud or deceive. Any student determined by the professor to have been guilty of engaging in an act of academic dishonesty shall be subject to a range of academic penalties as determined by the professor. Each student is required to follow Valencia policy regarding academic honesty. All work submitted by students is expected to be the result of the student’s individual thoughts, research, and self-expression unless the assignment specifically states ‘group project.
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Excelsior College Online Writing Lab (OWL) has loads of material on the on plagiarism. Check their website for free support and lessons at http://owl.excelsior.edu/plagiarism/
In addition, this website contains so many resources on writing overall. And there is an ESL section.
The penalties may include, but not be limited to, one or more of the following:
Loss of credit for an assignment, examination, or project Reduction in the course grade A grade of “F” in the course
For further detail, refer to the Student Code of Conduct in the current Valencia Student Handbook.
10.Atlas & Canvas: Your Atlas account and the class Canvas page are essential tools for your success in the course. Class notifications, progress notices, special readings, and attendance warnings are sent through Canvas (check your Atlas e-mail prior to each course meeting). If you need help, technical support and computer labs are available.
11.Late Work/Make-up Policies and Procedures All students are provided the courtesy of a “lowest score automatically dropped” in their overall grade. Make-up work will NOT be provided.
12. Faculty/Student Communication –E-mail Etiquette and Issues:
Emails are formal documents (which means that a Dean or others can request to read notes if needed) that show the professional relationship between student and their professors. As such, you do have rules to e-mailing that require demonstration of academic skills. See the “Student Code of Conduct” page, below.
You can expect to wait less than 2 business days until you receive a response. o For students whose interaction in your course is
through on-line methods, we recommend that they document technical issues (copy emails, save screen shots, etc.).
o Check their emails every other day, at least.
13.Class/On-Line Rules of Student Behavior – Code of Conduct/Interruptions
The primary responsibility for managing the class environment rests with your professor, and you will find the Student Code of Conduct in the current Valencia Student Handbook: http://valenciacollege.edu/studentdev/CampusInformationServices.cfm Disciplinary action could include withdrawing a student from class or initiating a disciplinary warning, probation, suspension, expulsion, or other appropriate and authorized actions.
The consequences for interruption during a lecture/lesson will be redirection to the topic. After the second instance the student will be invited to leave the class and have a private meeting with me in my office prior to returning to the class session(s). The only issue that will be forwarded to the Dean would be those of personally attacking the professor or insubordination. I will direct any student who engages in any prohibited or unlawful acts
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Valencia College is committed to providing each student a quality
educational experience. Faculty members have set
high standards of instruction for themselves
and for you. If you have a problem in a
class, or your instructor has a problem with you, the first step is to have a
private talk to your instructor in their office
during office hours. If you or the professor are still dissatisfied, either party
may talk with the academic dean of the
division for your class. We
that result in the disruption of a class to leave the class. Violations of any classroom or Valencia rules may lead to disciplinary actions up to and including expulsion from Valencia.
14.Academic/Assignment “Emergencies “ Many times academic/assignment “emergencies” can be avoided if you practice the “5PRule”:
Have a “Back-Up” Plan - Back-up can mean several things. First, it’s important that you complete all your assignments at least 2 days in advance of the listed due date/deadline in case something “happens” or you are ill. You need to turn in all your work on time or early. Make sure you have way to get work to me before
the due date. Then, arrange or plan in advance of a problem for turning in your work be it by a relative or friend, a classmate at school, one of the Valencia tutors in the lab, or a neighbor.
15. Emergencies
I have experienced a moment when I thought the computer saved my work, or I had a ride to class, or I got sick, which made another thing become stressful or unsuccessful. Things can happen in a moments notice that make our world challenging. So, it is important you practice being professional with this course and arrange/plan in advance of a problem. Think of my class as a model for your career. If you would miss work you would need to inform your manager, just like you need to inform me. Communicate with me about issues, absences or illness that may be affecting your work or participation. Unfortunately, due to the timeframe of our course I will be unable to accommodate all requests, yet will attempt to be kind and compassionate to your situation. Since each student has up to three absences, without need of documentation, bringing me notes is not needed. Simply come and share the space and learn together, and as best as possible practice the “5 P Rule”.
16.Support Services Tutoring services are available in bldg. 7-240 (Phone: 407-582-1633) Writing Center is located in Building 5 – Room 155 (Phone: 407-582-1812)
The West Campus Writing Center is an appointment-based resource located in building 5, room 155 (Phone: 407-582-5454). At the Writing Center, consultants help students at any point of the writing/learning process. The qualified staff will go over English language assignments with students from all disciplines and courses, college wide, helping with grammar assignments; pronunciation; understanding main ideas and other reading skills; organizing and developing a speech; constructing paragraphs, essays, or research papers; and scholarship essays, letters, and resumes. The Writing Center consultant will not edit or proofread the paper. The student should make attempts at revising and editing on his or her own before coming to the Writing Center.
The hours are: Monday through Thursday, 8am-8pm; Friday, 8am-5pm; Saturday, 9am-2pm.For more information, please visit http://valenciacollege.edu/learning-support/communications/writing.cfm
Smarthinking (smarthinking.com) is an online on-demand student support site free through “Atlas” Go to the “Students” tab and look on the right-hand side of the screen for “Smarthinking”. Smarthinking offers tutoring in a variety of subjects: math, nursing, allied health, writing, reading, science, Spanish, business, computers and technology. Students have several options: Drop-In Tutoring, Scheduled Appointments, Offline Questions, and Paper Submissions to the Writing Center. Math
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5 P Rule: Prior planning prevents a
poor performance.
tutors are available 24/7, here is the schedule for all other subjects. Just added this summer are apps for both iOS and Android devices.
Students can access Smarthinking through the Courses tab in Atlas. Please note students have an eight hour limit of usage per semester, an increase from the previous five hour limit. Smarthinking is best used as a back up to on-campus services and support, not a replacement. Directly above the Smarthinking link in Atlas is a link to Learning Support’s website, a great place to check for campus-based information (http://valenciacollege.edu/learning-
support/).
Rest assured, Smarthinking tutors are: …seasoned educators - 90% have an advanced degree in their fields and they average over 9 years of teaching or tutoring experience. Drawn from college faculty, graduate students, high school teachers and retired educators, all tutors must complete Smarthinking’s online training program and are regularly evaluated for quality and consistency.
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Essay #1: Peace and Justice
The purpose of this assignment is to allow you to develop your ability to write a clear, concise, well-organized essay that demonstrates critical thinking and a mastery of grammar, spelling, and mechanics.
Total Points Possible: 75 pts.
Essay Length: 500-750 words
Prompt:
Choose one topic covered during Peace and Justice Week. In an essay, discuss how your way of thinking about that topic has changed and what you personally plan to do to contribute to an atmosphere of peace and justice in your home or community.
Assignment Requirements:
As you develop your body paragraphs, refer to pages 19-25 “Strategies for Developing the Main Point.” Use at least two strategies, and label them in the margin of your essay. For example, if I were using an example in my essay, I would write or type the word “Example” in the margin of my paper beside the example being used.
Your essay must have:1. An original title2. A strong opening sentence and introductory material3. A strong, clear thesis statement at the end of your introductory paragraph4. Body paragraphs with strong topic sentences 5. Strong supporting details that support your topic sentences and thesis statement6. A conclusion 7. A works cited page (if you borrow information from a source)
Warnings and Important Things to Remember
1. Your essay must be 500-750 words. Essays that do not meet this requirement will receive a grade of 50% (an F).
2. If you forget to include the Works Cited page and/or fail to document any or all sources in the essay itself and/or Works Cited page, your essay will receive a grade of 50% F.
3. Essays that are turned in late will be deducted five points for every day late (including weekends). After four days have passed the due date, late essays will not be accepted and a grade of zero will be recorded.
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Essay #1: Peace and Justice
The purpose of this assignment is to allow you to develop your ability to write a clear, concise, well-organized essay that demonstrates critical thinking and a mastery of grammar, spelling, and mechanics.
Total Points Possible: 75 pts.
Essay Length: 500-750 words
Prompt:
Choose one topic covered during Global Peace Week. In an essay, discuss how your way of thinking about that topic has changed and what you personally plan to do to contribute to an atmosphere of peace and justice in your home or community.
Assignment Requirements:
As you develop your body paragraphs, refer to pages 19-25 “Strategies for Developing the Main Point.” Use at least two strategies, and label them in the margin of your essay. For example, if I were using an example in my essay, I would write or type the word “Example” in the margin of my paper beside the example being used.
You may do additional research, but the additional sources must be properly documented in both the essay and Works Cited page.
Your essay must have:1. An original title2. A strong opening sentence and introductory material3. A strong, clear thesis statement at the end of your introductory paragraph4. Body paragraphs with strong topic sentences 5. Strong supporting details that support your topic sentences and thesis statement6. A conclusion 7. A works cited page (if you borrow information from a source)8. MLA formatting throughout the essay:
a. Double spaced, 12 pt Times New Roman or Ariel fontb. Heading in upper left-hand corner of first page only that contains: your name, Professor
Cowden, ENC 1101, and the due date of the essayc. Your last name and page number (formatted as a header) in the top right-hand corner of
each page. d. ½ indents on the first line of each new paragraphe. Title of essay is centeredf. One-inch margins on all four sides of the document.
Warnings and Important Things to Remember
1. Your essay must be 500-750 words. Essays that do not meet this requirement will receive a grade of 50% (an F).
2. If you forget to include the Works Cited page and/or fail to document any or all sources in the essay itself and/or Works Cited page, your essay will receive a grade of 50% F.
3. Essays that are turned in late will not be accepted and a grade of zero will be recorded.
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Essay #2: Social Psychology Cause & Effect
The purpose of this assignment is to allow you to develop your ability to write a clear, concise, well-organized cause and effect essay that demonstrates critical thinking and a mastery of grammar, spelling, and mechanics.
Total Points Possible: 75 pts.
Essay Length: 500-750 words
Prompt:
Select an issue or event and apply one of the following concepts to your chosen issue or event: Panopticism, “Discipline and Punish, Panopticism”
http://foucault.info/doc/documents/disciplineandpunish/foucault-disciplineandpunish-panopticism-html
Agency Theory, “The Milgram Experiment” by Saul McLeod http://www.simplypsychology.org/milgram.html
Herd Mentality, “‘Herd Mentality’ Explained” by Rick Nauert, PhD http://psychcentral.com/news/2008/02/15/herd-mentality-explained/1922.html
Write a cause and effect essay in which you discuss: 1. What events led to (caused) your chosen issue?2. What effects could panopticism or agency theory or herd mentality create?
Example Topics: Going to college because mom and dad said you had to go (Agency theory) Wells-Fargo embezzlement of customer money-employees pressured by bosses to open fraudulent
accounts (Agency theory) Underage drinking and/or drug use in college (Herd Mentality) Vigilante Mob-Justice—in Nigeria, a person accused of stealing (innocent or guilty) is chased down
by the village and beat to death (Herd Mentality) Ice Bucket Challenge for ALS (Herd Mentality) Kim Kardashian’s obsession with social media led to her robbery (Panopticism) Post-9/11 NSA spies on more American citizens (Panopticism)
Off-Limit Topic(s): You may not write about Hitler or the Holocaust because I have received far too many of these essays in the past.
Assignment Requirements:
You must use information in the article you chose to work with (“Discipline and Punish, Panopticism,” “The Milgram Experiment,” or “‘Herd Mentality’ Explained”), and you must document the information you borrowed in both the essay and the Works Cited page. (See “Integrating Sources” document in Blackboard for instructions on how to do this correctly).
You may do additional research, but the additional sources must be properly documented in both the essay and Works Cited page.
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Your essay must have:9. An original title10. A strong opening sentence and introductory material11. A strong, clear thesis statement at the end of your introductory paragraph12. Body paragraphs with strong topic sentences 13. Strong supporting details that support your topic sentences and thesis statement14. A conclusion 15. A works cited page (if you borrow information from a source)16. MLA formatting throughout the essay:
a. Double spaced, 12 pt Times New Roman or Ariel fontb. Heading in upper left-hand corner of first page only that contains: your name, Professor
Cowden, ENC 1101, and the due date of the essayc. Your last name and page number (formatted as a header) in the top right-hand corner of
each page. d. ½ indents on the first line of each new paragraphe. Title of essay is centeredf. One-inch margins on all four sides of the document.
Warnings and Important Things to Remember
1. Your essay must be 500-750 words. Essays that do not meet this requirement will receive a grade of 50% (an F).
2. If you forget to include the Works Cited page and/or fail to document any or all sources in the essay itself and/or Works Cited page, your essay will receive a grade of 50% F.
3. Essays that are turned in late will not be accepted and a grade of zero will be recorded.
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Portfolio/Project (Student Selected Essay Topic)
Researched Persuasive Essay Project
The purpose of this assignment is to allow you to further develop your ability to write a clear, concise argument essay that aims to persuade your audience while enhancing the reader’s experience through visual media. Through this project you will demonstrate the ability to find appropriate research materials, incorporate that research, and properly document that research using MLA style citations.
Total Points Possible: 125 pts.
Essay Length: 900-1000 words
Prompt:
Choose an issue or law that is you believe is causing more harm than good. Propose a solution to the problem the issue or law created, and write a Persuasive Argument that will convince your audience that this is a problem to be fixed.
Research Requirements: At least two secondary (research) sources, one of which is from Valencia’s library catalog and/or
Valencia’s library databases. ***Note: No Wikipedia sources, or Facebook, Twitter, Tumbler, or other social media site posts (such as an individual’s own original post and memes) will be accepted. 10 points will be deducted for each source that comes from these websites.
o Include one, but not more than two, visual media sources that enhance your argument. Suggestions are TED Talks, The New York Times
Research sources must be documented using MLA style. Refer to the MLA section of The Little Seagull Handbook or http://valenciacollege.edu/library/mla-apa-chicago-guides/ .
Your essay must have:1. An original title2. A strong opening sentence and introductory material3. A strong, clear thesis statement at the end of your introductory paragraph4. Body paragraphs with strong topic sentences 5. At least two secondary documented sources, one of which is from Valencia’s library and/or
Valencia’s library databases (free of false facts, gender bias, academically appropriate and 6. Strong supporting details that support your topic sentences and thesis statement7. A conclusion 8. In-text citations and a works cited page for all sources used. Failure to include in-text citations or a
works cited page or both will result in a score of zero points on the MLA/format/documentation section of the grading rubric.
9. MLA formatting throughout the essay:a. Double spaced, 12 pt Times New Roman or Ariel fontb. Heading in upper left-hand corner of first page only that contains: your name, Professor
Evans, ENC 1101, and the due date of the essayc. Your last name and page number (formatted as a header) in the top right-hand corner of each
page. d. ½ indents on the first line of each new paragraph
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e. Title of essay is centeredf. One-inch margins on all four sides of the document.
Warnings and Important Things to Remember
1. Your essay must be 900-1000 words. Essays that do not meet this requirement will receive a grade of 50% (an F).
2. If you forget to include the Works Cited page and/or fail to document any or all sources in the essay itself and/or Works Cited page, your essay will receive a grade of 50% F.
3. If you forget to include a visual resource (video, graphic, or podcast), your essay will receive a grade of 50%.
4. Essays that are turned in late will not be accepted and a grade of zero will be recorded.
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Topic
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Speakers/Events
Reading:Articles/Journals
Writing:Discuss/Essays
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1 Welcome/Plagiarism, Passion, Purpose and Pacing in Writing
Aug 26
Read “What is Going on in this Picture”
D1 Start Here
2 Thesis Construction Sept 2*
Lab Orientation Read “Purpose” and “Audience” (pg 2-3), “Generating Ideas” and “Coming Up with a Tentative Thesis” (pg 9-10), “Developing Paragraphs” (pgs 17-29) in The Little Seagull Handbook
D2 Active Reading
3 Topic Sentences Sept 9
Read “Purpose” and “Audience” (pg 2-3), “Generating Ideas” and “Coming Up with a Tentative Thesis” (pg 9-10), “Developi
D3 Essay Construction
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ng Paragraphs” (pgs 17-29) in The Little Seagull Handbook
4 Mechanics – Part 1 Sept 16
MLA (Library) Read“I Have a Dream,” King Jr. (407)
MLA Format
5 Introductions Sept 23
Global Peace Week
Read MLA section of Little Seagull Handbook
Outline MLA Citations
6 Body Paragraphs Sept 30
Internship/Workforce
Read Peer Review
Draft Academic Honesty
7 Conclusions Oct 7
Learning Resource Fair (Lab)
Smart-hinking
8 Essay Writing Oct 14
Presentation Skills (Library – Online)
Final
9 Thesis Enhancements Oct 21
Read Agency Theory, “The Milgram Experiment” by Saul McLeod
D3 S/V Agreement
10
Revision Skills Oct 28
Read Herd Mentality, “‘Herd Mentality’ Explained” by Rick Nauert, PhD
Read Shirley
D4 Sentence Structure
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Jackson’s “The Lottery” https://sites.middlebury.edu/individualandthesociety/files/2010/09/jackson_lottery.pdf
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Mechanics – Part 2 Nov 4
APA (Library) Read Panopticism, “Discipline and Punish, Panopticism,” paragraphs 9-12 (begins with “Bentham's Panopticon is the architectural figure”)
Read “Our Oceans Are Turning Into Plastic…Are We?” Casey (314)
D5 Sentence Errors
12
Evidence Nov 11**
Using Google Scholar (Library – Online)
Read “How to Make Your Electronic Portfolio”
Outline Punctuation
13
Quotations Nov 18
Read Peer Review
Draft Writers Survival Guide
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Editing Skills Nov 25***
Smart-hinking
15
Peer Reviews Dec 2
Learning Resource Fair (Lab)
Final
16
Portfolio Presentations
Dec 9-15
Virtual Conferences/On-Campus Conferences
*=Labor Day**=Veteran’s Day***=Thanksgiving Break
Syllabus Changes/DisclaimerThe course outline and syllabus are subject to change as needed; changes will be announced in class (or state how you will contact students with this information, such as by using ATLAS email, Canvas, etc.) in a timely manner, when necessary. Your continued participation in this course after the drop-add deadline period constitutes an agreement with and an acceptance of this syllabus.
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