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English 101—Online Class, Fall 2016 Los Angeles Southwest College Class Information: Course Name: English 101, College Reading and Composition I Section Number: 0935 Class Website: https://ilearn.laccd.edu

Contact Information: Jane Doe Email: [email protected] Phone (Office): 323.241.5370 The best way to contact me: The best way to contact me is through the email address above. Response Time: Please allow 24-48 hours for a response. Office Hours in ConferNow area of our Canvas Course:

See details about how to log in at:   http://www.lasc.edu/students/onlineservice s/Ready-for-Online-Study.html

Wednesdays: 9:00 am – 10:00 am Thursdays: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Welcome: (see example below) This semester, you will work to develop your writing, reading, vocabulary and critical thinking skills. The goal is for you to be a better reader, thinker and more confident writer by the end of this course. The skills you learn here will help you succeed both in and out of class. This class is a community. We all have the same objective: to learn. Online students often feel isolated but it's important to know you are not in this alone! I need each of you to approach our online class with a great attitude and a willingness to help each other. Many problems and questions can be resolved by asking a fellow student. I am always here to help you but I truly believe your experience will be better if you communicate with your fellow students throughout the semester. Let's work together to make this semester great for everyone! Our Course Website in Canvas: All class activities take place online in Canvas (our course management system) at https:// ilearn.laccd.edu. There are detailed instructions for logging in at LASC's Online Classes website. Every week, our home page will show a new Welcome Video with information about the goals and activities for the week. Additionally, the course is divided into Modules. After you watch the Welcome Video, go to Modules for instructions and tips on how to do the rest of the work. Modules open before 9 AM every Monday. There are assignments due every week, including quizzes, essays, and written class discussions. Everything is asynchronous (meaning that you do not have to participate at set times). Pay careful attention to due dates and times. Prerequisite: (will vary by course) English 28 with a passing grade, or appropriate placement recommendation based on assessment results and other multiple measures.

2 Course Description: (will vary by course) English 101 is designed to further knowledge of the principles of composition and the nature of academic and intellectual discourse, including procedures of research and the methods of writing a college research paper. Students will refine their writing and reading skills in a variety of subjects and thematic perspectives by writing concise essays that focus on writing strategies such as reflection, exposition, evaluation, problem solving, and persuasion, and by reading, interpreting, and critically analyzing literature. In this course, students will develop skills to read effectively and critically with the goal of organizing information logically and posing arguments effectively. Student Learning Outcomes: (will vary by course) Develop the ability to: 1. Write college-level essays (at grade 13.0 and above) that demonstrate strong argument, content and depth of development. 2. Analyze and evaluate academic texts at grade level 13.0 and above, dealing with a variety of subjects, concepts, and issues. 3. Avoiding plagiarism, use research methods and tools in academic course work. 4. Write a multi-paragraphed (5 or more) essay reflecting coherent and well-organized ideas that competently address the topic with no more than 7 varied error types. Textbooks:

You will need these books right away! I have left copies of the books at the library front desk if you need to make copies while you wait for your books.

Levitt, Steven D., and Stephen J. Dubner. Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything. New York: Harper Perennial, 2009. (ISBN: 978-0-060731-33-5) MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers. 8th ed. Modern Language Association, 2016. (IBSN: 9781603292627) Course Materials: List any software or equipment (e.g., a camera or scanner) needed for the online portion of the class. For a hybrid class, list materials students will need in class. • The most recent version of Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome to use as your browser. Both can be downloaded for free by clicking on the links above. • Microsoft Word or Microsoft Office. Office365 can be accessed through your student email address ([email protected]). • Some instructional documents throughout the course will be provided in the PDF format, so please update your Adobe Reader to the current version. This software is free and can be downloaded from Adobe's website at http://get.adobe.com/reader/. • •

A notebook for taking notes while you look at course materials. Suggested: a built-in webcam and microphone

3 Grading: Evaluation:

Grading Scale:

Weekly Online Discussions:

150

Journals & Research Paper Milestones:

150

Essay 1:

100

Group Project 2 (Campus Research):

150

Essay 3:

100

Department Exam:

150

Essay 4 (Research Paper):

200

900-1000 points= A 800-899 points= B 700-799 points= C 600-699 points=D 0-599 points= F

Note: To receive a passing grade in this course, students must turn in all coursework and pass the final exam. In other words, students’ grade in this class is dependent on successful performance in all areas of the class, not just one area. All components must be successfully completed to receive a passing grade. *Last day to drop without a “W”: Sunday, September 11, 2016 *Last day to drop with a “W”: Sunday, November 20, 2016 Course Requirements and Assignment Guidelines: Assignment

Description

What’s Expected of You

Reading Assignments

You will have reading assignments to complete from Freakonomics and MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers. Do your best to keep up because writing assignments will be based on these readings.

It’s very important to keep up with all of the readings in order to succeed on assignments, quizzes, and discussions.

They Say/ I Say Journals

Online Discussions

These should be typed and in MLA format.

Your journals will consist of a brief summary of what you read (100+ words) and your thoughts and feelings about what you read (150+ words).

Every week, there will be a class discussion for you to participate in online. Here you will see a discussion posted every week. There will be a video (or videos) for you to watch and an article to read along with questions for you to answer about the video/article.

Every week you will do two things: 1. Respond to the questions I post about the videos in at least 150-300 words. 2. Respond to at least two posts from your classmates in at least 100 words.

4 Essays and Major Writing Projects

You will turn in 4 essays/projects over the semester. Your essays will range from 5001000+ words. These essays should be typed on a computer and in correct MLA format. There are computer labs in several locations on campus, including in the Student Success Center, in the TEC Building, and in the Library.

You must turn in all rough drafts, peer reviews, and prewriting, with your final draft on top. Your final draft should be thoroughly proofread. Peer Review: We will be peer reviewing rough drafts for Essay 1. Failure to complete the peer review will result in the reduction of your essay grade by 10%.

Revisions: Essays 1, 2 and 3 may be revised and resubmitted for re-evaluation. Revisions must be turned in within two weeks of when you receive the graded essay back.

Project 2

Essay 4

Department Exam

For your second major writing assignment, you will work in groups that I assign to gather information about what LASC students want from their college experience and how the school is meeting students’ needs. You will also use social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, etc.) to raise awareness of this project and to let people know about your research. Finally, you will, as a group or individually, compose a letter to LASC’s President.

For Project 2 you will turn in:

Your final essay will be at least 1,200 words and will be a persuasive paper that incorporates outside research and MLA-style in-text citations and a Works Cited list. You will choose one of the topics that we discuss in our Weekly Discussions. You must turn in this paper on time to pass the class with a “C” or better. Failure to turn in this paper will result in an “F” in the course.

You must turn in this paper on time to pass the class with a “C” or better. Failure to turn in this paper will result in an “F” in the course.

The department exam is a common final given to all English 101 students. English faculty chooses the topic. If you do not take the final, you will not pass the class. The final is designed to test what you have learned throughout the semester, so the final is worth a large portion of your final grade.

1. The survey you design as well as the responses to your survey 2. An explanation of your social media and online outreach efforts 3. The letter you write to LASC’s President explaining your findings and what you think LASC’s next steps of action should be

I will do everything I can to help prepare you for Essay 4. You can also receive help from the librarians in LASC’s Library.

Prepare for this exam by participating throughout the semester, reading the articles carefully, annotating the articles, and taking notes.

Course Policies Attendance This class is asynchronous, meaning that you can do the work when it fits your schedule. That does not mean it is self-paced. Because the discussions and exchange of drafts are an integral part of this course, we have to

5 move through the semester as a group. You must keep up week-by-week. If you know you will miss a significant amount of time because of a planned event (like a business trip or a wedding), let me know in advance so I can open quizzes ahead of time for you. Students may be dropped from class for failure to participate during the first week of the class. Preparedness An online class can require more self-discipline than a face-to-face one. You need to do the assigned readings before posting to the discussions, and make time to give thoughtful responses to other students’ essays, to take in the responses you get from me and from your peers. You are responsible for finding the uninterrupted time to complete the final exam. Netiquette This semester, you will post weekly to the discussions as well as critique other student’s draft essays. The term “netiquette” is a combination of the words internet and etiquette. You may not agree with the views and opinions expressed by your peers, but you don’t have the right to be disrespectful. Personal attacks, profanity, vulgarity and comments that are not productive additions to the conversation will be deleted and you will not receive credit for the assignment. For more information on netiquette, click here. Netiquette Reminders: • • • • • • • • •

Use respectful and appropriate language in your forum discussions and in all areas of the class. Please do not use texting language, lol. Avoid CAPS as they come across like YOU'RE SCREAMING. You are expected to read all forum posts. You are to respond to the appropriate number of posts for each forum. All messages are public, so be careful and courteous when you post. Make your posts and replies thorough. Complete sentences and thoughts are mandatory for forum posts. Use a person's name when you reply to their post.

Academic Integrity: While certain activities assigned may be specified as collaborative work, it is expected that the remainder of assignments are the original work of the student. Cheating of any kind (including plagiarism) will result in a “0” for that assignment and, at the instructor’s discretion, may result in an “F” for the course. Plagiarism is the act of presenting someone else’s words or ideas as your own (for example, checking the internet for a little information on a subject and then using that information as if it were something you thought of). It also consists of cheating on quizzes or exams, or having someone else write your essays for you. Any student who presents another’s work as his or her own will fail this course and risk further action taken by L.A. Southwest College and the L.A. Community College District, including expulsion from the college. Failure to complete or cheating of any kind on the final paper or on the final exam will result in an “F” in the course regardless of semester average. Late Assignments: There are no late exams/quizzes allowed without emergency documentation. If you feel that you have a situation that constitutes an emergency, please email me. There is a 24-hour late period for homework and discussions to be submitted at a reduced point value (a 10% reduction). That means you have 24 hours to submit late work after the due date, but your score will automatically be reduced by a full letter grade when submitted late. Campus Resources: Student Success Center: LASC, like many other colleges, offers services and resources beyond the classroom and teachers to help students achieve academic goals. The SSC offers tutoring, a study lab,

6 workshops, as well as a computer lab open 8am-8pm Monday through Thursday. The SSC is located on the third floor of the Library in the Cox building. Library: The LASC Library provides instruction on how to use the online catalog, periodical and research databases. In addition to a large collection of books, periodicals and videos, the Library has course textbooks which students may use while in the Library. Web access is available on the second floor. Office of Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSP&S): LASC recognizes and welcomes its responsibility to provide an equal educational opportunity to all disabled individuals. The Office of Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSP&S) provides support services for all verified disabled students pursuing a college education. DSP&S students may qualify for: priority registration, registration assistance, special parking permits, sign language interpreters and assistive technology. DSPS can be contacted in the following ways: • • •

By phone at (323) 241-5480 Online at [email protected] or http://www.lasc.edu/dsps/ In-person in the Student Services Building, Room 117

Grievances: Anyone who believes a college decision has adversely affected status, rights, and/or privilege as a student should consult the instructor for resolution, and, if needed, confer with the Department Chair, as a second level of authority if no resolution is found. Beyond that, the student can make an appointment with the Dean if there is still no resolution. The Dean may refer the grievance to the Dean of Student Services. Schedule: Follow the schedule in our course Modules, and see details below. If you ever feel lost or confused, email me at [email protected].

EXAMPLE; Complete for all weeks of the course UNIT 1: THE WRITING PROCESS AND RESPONDING TO A READING WEEK 1 (AUGUST 29-SEPTEMBER 4): All of the following materials can be found in the Orientation and Week 1 Modules Due Thursday by 11:55 pm: • Review all of the materials in the Orientation Module • Complete the Syllabus Quiz • Post a reply in the Introduction Discussion: Answer the questions I posted in 150-300 thoughtful words Due Sunday by 11:55 pm: • Review all of the materials in the Week 1 Module • Reply to at least two of your classmates in the Introduction Discussion