Академический Документы
Профессиональный Документы
Культура Документы
Spring 2014
Instructor: Stephanie Jones
Email: Stephanie.jones.928@my.csun.edu
REQUIRED TEXTS:
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho Paperback April 25, 2006
ISBN-10: 0061122416
ISBN-13: 978-0061122415
The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven by Sherman Alexie.
ISBN-10: 0802121993
ISBN-13: 978-0802121998
The Hero's Journey: Joseph Campbell on His Life and Work (The Collected Works of Joseph
Campbell) by Joseph Campbell
ISBN-10: 1608681890
ISBN-13: 978-1608681891
They Say / I Say
ISBN-10: 0393935841
ISBN-13: 978-0393935844
The Little Seagull Handbook (Second Edition) Spiral-bound
ISBN-10: 0393935809
ISBN-13: 978-0393935806
INTRODUCTION:
Welcome back! After a productive fall semester, we are back for the spring. Now that we have
built a strong foundation of writing skills in Eng. 114A, we will build on these skills in
increasingly advanced ways in Eng. 114B. To that end, we will use online blogs, multi-layered
group projects and in-depth philosophical discussions to create intricate arguments about
increasingly complex ideas.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Prerequisites: Successful completion of ENG 114A, expository prose writing with a focus on both
content and form. Specific emphases will include the exercise of logical thought and clear
expression, the development of effective organizational strategies, and the appropriate gathering
and utilization of evidence. Includes instruction on diction, syntax, and grammar, as well as the
elements of prose style.
COURSE GOALS:
Demonstrate competence in university writing
Demonstrate the ability to use rhetorical strategies that include the appeal to audience, logic,
and emotion
Understand writing as a recursive process and demonstrate its use through invention, drafting
and revision (creating, shaping, and completing)
Demonstrate the ability to use conventions of format, structure, style, and language appropriate
A: 93-100% A-: 90-92% B+: 87-89% B: 83-86% B-: 80-82% C+: 77-79%
C: 73-76% C-: 70-72% D+: 67-69% D: 63-66% D-: 60-62% F: 0-59%
ESSAYS, HOMEWORK, GROUP WORK AND CLASS PARTICIPATION
Essays: Essays should be written in proper MLA style, 12-point Times New-Roman font with
one-inch margins. Each draft must meet the minimum page count requirement to receive full
credit. First drafts will be used for self/peer editing but must also be turned in to me.
Homework: Homework is a very important part of class. Readings and blog post will be assigned
each week. They will be worth 10 points each. You must complete a total of 10 post to receive
full credit in this category.
Participation: Discussions are a big part of this class, so participation is very important. All
students are expected to contribute to any and all in-class conversations and activities. Consistent
absence will affect your overall grade. Please see attendance policy for details.
Group Work: 50 percent of your project and portfolio grades will come from group work. You
cannot receive a passing grade in this course without being a productive and considerate group
member.
Make-up work: Essays will be lowered one grade for each class day they are submitted after the
due date. After the fourth class period, all make-up essays will receive zero credit. Re-write will
only be given to students who come to my office hours and sign the re-write contract.
CLASS POLICIES/ATTENDANCE/FOOD/TECHNOLOGY
Attendance is required at all classes. Your grade will be lowered one letter grade for every three
absences you incur. Three tardies equals one absence.
Food and drinks will be permitted as long as they are not disruptive.
Cell phones must be put away at the start of class. If I see you texting on your cell phone, you
will receive one absence without a formal warning.
RESOURCES:
The Learning Resource Center, located in the Oviatt Library, is a free service which provides
tutoring help to students working on essays. Students meet with tutors for 30-minute sessions.
Call 818-677-2033 to make an appointment. I encourage you to make appointments early since
they book up fast.