Teacher: Dr. Cynthia Jenéy
Office: S/SC 222-K
Phone: 271-4447
Class
Meets: MTWTh 10:30 AM – 1:20 PM
E-mail: jeney@missouriwestern.edu
Office
Hours: MTW 1:30-2:20 PM
WebBoard: http://webboard.missouriwestern.edu
Click on “Boards,” then select: ENG 108-15 College Writing and Research
Course
materials posted to “O” Drive: O:\English\Jeney\ENG 108
Required Text:
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Graff & Birkenstein. They
Say, I Say: The Moves That Matter in Academic Writing
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Bring this textbook with you to every class meeting.
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Aaron, Jane. Little, Brown
Essential Handbook (6th Edition) (Spiral-bound)
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Nonfiction book chosen from list provided in class (book chosen
off-list must be approved by professor)
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Choose well, and choose quickly. You will work with this book as your
primary resource and subject matter for the semester. I recommend buying your
own copy of the book after your choice has been approved (you are
responsible for having access to this book for the duration; should you use a
library copy that is recalled, you will still be responsible for finding
another copy).
Materials:
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1 Acco Binder (to hold papers and copies/printouts of research sources)
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Folder for handouts
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Notebook or notepad for note-taking
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Flash drive or other storage device for backing up your class writing.
This
Syllabus:
Read
this syllabus very carefully, and refer to it often. All information presented
here is regarded as part of your own knowledge for the course. All answers to
your questions about the class will be based on an assumption that you
understand the syllabus and seek further clarification. The professor reserves
the right to alter this syllabus and to make announced changes as need arises
during the course of the semester.
Time
& Access Management:
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Current, viable campus Library card and borrowing privileges
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Working
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Internet use (yes, know your MWSU userid and password). Labs are
available at several locations on MWSU campus. Check schedules and availability
here: http://www.missouriwestern.edu/ComputerLabs/
The Official Course
Description:
“ENG
108 students will complete three formal research based projects in addition to
other graded and ungraded work. In these assignments, students will learn how
to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate the thinking of others in order to
discover, develop, and test their own points of view. Final drafts of all
formal writing assignments must be word processed. All students are expected to
be prepared for class and participate in class discussions related to reading
and writing assignments. In addition, students will keep complete portfolios of
all their writings.”
You
should keep all assignments you have completed for this class. Before any grade
appeal will be processed for a student in ENG 100, 104, or 108, the complete
portfolio of writings will have to be submitted to the Departmental Review
Committee. In order for an ENG 104 student to be admitted into ENG 108, he or
she must earn at least a C in ENG 104.
This
Section of English 108 College Writing and Research:
This
semester’s course will be based upon the principles of rhetoric, academic
argumentation, and research. Moreover your writing and research in this class
will center upon one single work of nonfiction which you will choose from a
pre-selected list. Your final written research project will be a comprehensive,
informative and argumentative proposal that evaluates your chosen book as a
candidate for the Freshman Common Reading program here at Missouri Western, and
at other universities and colleges in the
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Most have landed on bestseller lists and some have won prestigious
awards.
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The book must be a work of nonfiction,
which is generally defined as a written text designed primarily to explain,
argue, or describe rather than entertain. For the most part its emphasis is
factual.
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The book must be based on a significant body of research – it will be
populated with quotes, summarized information, paraphrased data and ideas,
footnotes, endnotes, cited sources, and clear bibliographic information.
Nonfiction
books are very popular. They cover a wide range of subject matter including
health/medical issues, race, history, the arts, economics, culture, psychology,
and even religion. Once you have selected your book and written your survey of
reviews, you must continue to work with this book throughout the semester.
Therefore, it is a good idea to be aware of library renewal/due dates. Many are
available in paperback, and your instructor has worked to keep textbook costs
down; you are strongly advised to purchase your own copy. Used copies are often
available at lower prices through online book dealers such as Amazon.com, but
make sure that your book can be shipped overnight, because of time constraints
during Summer Session.
Class
meetings:
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Come prepared: complete reading assignments before you come to
class.
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Bring your books and be ready to discuss the content. Final grades are
based on the quality and substance of written work and on participation in
class.
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Good writing is rewarded.
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Participation in class discussion and exercises is rewarded.
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Poorly written, offensive, or incomplete drafts will count against you.
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Non-participation will count against you.
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Do not use cell phones or other communication devices during class
(it’s just rude).
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Because the class meets for an hour and 50 minutes, there will be a
break approximately half-way through. If you need to leave sooner for health or
emotional reasons, please consult with the professor before class begins.
Wandering in and out of the classroom will not be allowed.
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Good academic habits should produce satisfactory results. Any failure
to act in a civilized, academic manner is interpreted as an act of disruption,
and the uncivilized brute responsible will be ejected forthwith from the
premises either by the professor, or by the local constabulary.
Due
Dates:
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PAPERS ARE HANDED IN ON TIME: PRINTED, in MLA or APA format, on good
quality white paper. Unless specifically requested by the instructor, emailed
assignments are NOT accepted.
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Due dates for all required assignments and scheduled dates for in-class presentations are listed in the
course schedule. If you are unsure, ask.
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Meet all deadlines. Late papers are impossible due to the size of the
class and the cumulative nature of assignments.
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There is no provision for “make-up” of missed presentations,
assignments, exercises, activities, or quizzes. An assignment not received on
its due date can constitute a failure to meet one of the minimum requirements
of the course. Such a failure in turn will mean failure of the course.
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Make a note of all due dates, and plan accordingly. This includes
the Final Exam date: do not ask that final exam dates be changed or
rescheduled. See instructor for details.
Attendance:
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A student with more than 2 absences will automatically receive a
failing grade for the course (this is the equivalent of missing more than
two weeks of class during a regular semester).
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Do not miss class. In summer sessions, ONE CLASS PERIOD=ONE WEEK of regular-semester attendance. If this is
your first summer course, you may feel overwhelmed at first, and that’s normal.
You’ve signed on to earn the same credits that are normally earned in 3 months,
so be prepared to read, write, and study several hours a day outside of class.
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Do not email your professor about absences. If you are/were/will be
absent, it is your responsibility, and that of no other. In cases of hardship
and extreme circumstances, please contact the professor in advance. (Note:
Weddings and vacation trips do not constitute “hardships” or “extreme
circumstances”).
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You should refer to this syllabus and the class schedule to keep
yourself up to date regarding course work. You may wish to exchange contact
information with a classmate regarding announcements, assignments, changes,
class notes, and additional assigned readings or writing.
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While I always try to remain courteous toward students, I will lose
respect for students who cut class and/or fail to read, study, and come
prepared.
Your
Job:
Employment
issues are the sole responsibility of the student. Failure to attend class,
meet deadlines, or participate in assigned work is not excused due to workplace
considerations.
Contacting
Dr. Jenéy:
Polite
phone or written messages requesting further help with class assignments are
given priority and are answered within 48 hours, as per campus policy. I can be
available in my office after class Monday through Thursday if
Email:
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Do not abuse the privilege of electronic communication. Campus policy
requires that professors respond to reasonable email requests within 48
hours (translation: if it can’t wait, you probably need to call or stop
by my office ASAP).
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Priority messages: please use email for
questions, ideas, and drafts of your papers. If you’re up to speed, attending
class, and want some feedback, need help understanding the reading or
assignment, or want to discuss ideas about your paper.
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All email messages must identify the student, the course number and
section number.
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Talk to the professor in person concerning personal illnesses, absences
or missed assignments. Speak to me
during office hours, not during class.
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All nastygrams (rude or abusive messages) are saved and forwarded to
the dean of students.
[Disclaimer:
Emails may or may not receive a response, since the campus webmail systems are
prone to typical technological failures.]
Assignments:
Requirements
for the course are four papers, regular (approx.1/week) posts to the electronic
forum, and a final exam. The final exam will be an “exit interview” about the
work you have done, and the progress you have made as a writer throughout this
semester. Grades will be weighted as
follows:
20% Paper #1
20% Paper #2 Class Project
30% Paper #3
10% In-Class Presentation
20% Attendance, WebBoard, In-Class Participation, Final Exam, and Miscellaneous Assignments
100% Total
A
note about the writing in this course: although we will all encourage each
other to be open and to explore ideas, experiences, thoughts, emotions, and
beliefs, essay assignments and in-class writing shall be considered public texts. Be mature. Be courteous. Be
excellent.
Legal
stuff:
This
course has a strict policy against writing about any un-prosecuted crime or
suspected illegal activity which you have witnessed, or in which you have been
involved. When in doubt, I will always err on the side of safety.
Academic
Honesty Policy:
You will receive a grade of F for
any paper that shows evidence of cheating and/or plagiarism. You have the
burden of proving that a paper showing evidence of cheating or plagiarism has
in fact been written by you. You should keep thorough evidence of your writing
processes for all papers so that you can meet this burden of proof. Any time
another writer’s words, ideas, or information appear in your paper they must be
properly punctuated and cited. Evidence proving plagiarism may lead to further
penalties. Please note carefully the statement on plagiarism on the
departmental website, found at
http://www.missouriwestern.edu/eflj/lg/plagiarism.html.
Paper
Format:
Formal
Assignments should be typed (word-processed), double-spaced, with 1-inch
margins all around. The preferred typeface is Times New Roman (or a similar
font), and the preferred size is 12 point. Type your name and the date in the
upper right-hand corner. In the upper-left hand corner type “Jeney” and
“English 108-15.”
Special
Needs:
The
Disability Services Office provides comprehensive services and programs for
students with visual, hearing, mobility and chronic impairments, as well as
learning disabilities. They ensure that students with disabilities have equal
access to all programs and activities offered at Missouri Western as mandated
by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. For assistance, please
feel welcome to contact them:
Michael Ritter, Coordinator
Disability Services Office
Eder Hall, Room 203N
(816) 271-4330
Email: mritter@missouriwestern.edu
SCHEDULE: ENG 108-15 JUNE 2008 |
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M 2 |
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Introduction; syllabus;
course policies. Use internet to access
information about listed books: Online Library Resources vs. “Google”
searches. Discuss Paper #1 Book Review Survey Looking for Book Reviews. |
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T 3 |
They Say, I Say (TSIS) “Introduction pp. 1-14. Assign Paper #1 Book Review
Survey; Nonfiction book sign-up sheet; Looking for Book Reviews (cont.) Synthesis Writing |
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W 4 |
TSIS
Chapter 1 pp. 17-27 Little, Brown Essential Handbook (LBEH) 125-133: Synthesizing Sources Nonfiction book sign-up
sheet Searching for Book Reviews
Online. |
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TH 5 |
Synthesis Writing TSIS
Chapter 2 pp. 28-38 LBEH 22-40
“Effective Sentences” Working with Book Reviews
(cont.) In-class heuristic. Add
Book Reviews to your Acco Binder. |
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M 9 |
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Workshop: Add Book Reviews to your Acco
Binder. Little, Brown Essential
Handbook (LBEH) pp. 1-13 TSIS
Chapter 3 39-47; Quoting TSIS Chapter 4 51-63:
Responding LBEH
133-141; Integrating sources into your text |
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T 10 |
Bring book reviews to class TSIS Chapter 5 64-73:
Handling objections LBEH 22-40
“Effective Sentences” (continued) |
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W 11 |
Assign
Paper #2 Source & Subject Analysis TSIS
88-97: “Why it Matters TSIS
101-114: “Tying it All Together” Working Draft Workshop:
Bring complete working draft of Book Review Analysis Paper to class |
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TH 12 |
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Paper #1 Book Review
Survey Due.
LBEH 107-125 Discuss Paper #2 Source
& Subject Analysis |
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M 16 |
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LBEH 107-125 (continued) LBEH 125-133 (review) LBEH 143-152 Discuss Paper #2 Source
& Subject Analysis |
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T 17 |
LBEH 107-125 (continued) LBEH 125-133 (review) LBEH 142-152 Avoiding
Plagiarism Chapter 11 Proposals;
Assign Paper #3 Analytical Proposal Research for Annotated
Bibliography Discuss Critical Analysis
& Final Project |
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W 18 |
LBEH 143-152 Paper #2 Source &
Subject Analysis DUE Discuss Critical Analysis
& Final Project |
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TH 19 |
TSIS 115-122 TSIS
123-132 |
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TH 23 |
LBEH 142-152 Avoiding
Plagiarism (review) TSIS 115-122
(continued) TSIS
123-132 (continued) |
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M 24 |
IN-CLASS PRESENTATION |
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T 25 |
IN-CLASS PRESENTATION |
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W 26 |
FINAL EXAM—FINAL PROJECT
DUE |
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