Eng 102 English Composition 2 Jeannine Stanko

Class Sections/Time/Location
Section: BC03H
Dates: 1/13 5/5 Days: MW & Online Time: 11:00 11:50 AM Room:

Instructor Information
Jeannine Stanko 724-396-4158 jstanko@ccac.edu Office Hours: MWF by appointment Office Location:

Ice Breaker
Given sheet of paper & in 5 minutes Draw a picture that conveys who you are

Do NOT use words or numbers

Explain picture to a neighbor

Neighbor will introduce the artist & explain how artwork conveys who he/she is

Ice Breaker
Here are some ideas for your drawing:
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?

Materials & Resources

Behrens, Laurence and Leonard J. Rosen. Writing and Reading Across the Curriculum. 12th ed. New York: Pearson Longman, 2013.

Flash drive
Internet access with PowerPoint viewing capabilities Tutoring Options: The Learning Assistance Center, Smartthinking.com, Writing Lab, Instructor by appointment

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

In-class 3 hours per week

Spend 4 - 6 hours preparing for class weekly

Grammar Portfolio (which is your homework) 15% of final grade

2 submissions each worth 75 points

Why are we doing this??? Objective is to show mastery knowledge of various grammar topics Further instructions to follow

Essays 50% of final grade

Annotated Bibliography 100 points Summary 100 points

Critique 100 points

Analysis 100 points Argument Synthesis 100 points

Assessments & Attendance 35% final grade

Midterm 100 points Final (grammar) 100 points

Final (writing) 100 points

Attendance TBD (min. 50 pts.)

Mulligans
Each portfolio and essay can be redone

once Due before next test, portfolio, or essay Mulligan is forfeited if absent on assignments due date Further instructions for mulligan submission described in syllabus

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/teacherstexting-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 through Blackboard Can access directly www.english102dublin.weebly.com Online assignments will be available on weebly by

Fridays at 5PM. These are due March 10 and April 30. Do NOT wait until the last minute to do them. Trust me.

Writing Sample Due Wednesday

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?

Questions?