Syllabus for English 102: Comp. II
(Online Sections)
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Course DescriptionSimply put, this class is going to teach you to argue. Now some of you might be thinking, “Heck yeah! I’m good at arguing. Ask my mom. I argue with her all the time.” However, we’ll quickly dispel the myth that an argument is simply a confrontation, and each of you will discover that our ever-changing, technologically-advancing society presents many arguments in ways that often go unnoticed. Through discussion entries, class discussions and assigned papers, you will learn how to recognize, understand and compose different types of arguments.
More specifically, in this class you will learn to
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Other Ways to Contact Dr. Heafner
Office: 904 in Building 900 Office Phone: 843-349-7110
Office Hours: M-F (9:30-10:50) (Fri is by appt. only) I will certainly be available at other times too, so please feel free to call me or email me. Because of last-minute meetings or required chair duties, I might occasionally need to step out during these times. If you’re making a special trip to campus, then please call or email ahead of time to ensure I’ll be there. I will certainly be available at other times too, so please feel free to call me or email me if you cannot make it to my scheduled office hours. A Map of the Conway Campus
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Materials Needed for the Course
Please buy the following at one of the campus bookstores, online, or through local vendors:
- The Norton Field Guide to Writing with Readings and Handbook, 5th Edition, by Richard Bullock, et. al. (New York: Norton, 2019). ISBN 978-0-393-65580-3
- They Say/I Say (with Readings), 5th Edition, by Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein (New York: Norton, 2018).
ISBN 978-0393538731 - Online Cloud Storage (e.g. Google Docs/Drive, Dropbox.com, MS OneDrive) or a USB Storage Device—SAVE ALL YOUR WORK. (I would recommend making two copies). "My computer crashed" or “I lost it” are not good excuses for late papers or missing portfolio components.
Your Assignments and How You'll Be Graded_________________________________________________________
MAKE SURE YOU CLICK ON AT LEAST ONE OF THE FOLLOWING ASSIGNMENTS to access the specific info about each assignment. YOU'LL NEED THIS INFO FOR THE "INTRO TO COURSE QUIZ." ____________________________________________________ Formal Papers (Click on This for Important Info) “Using Roberts’ Advice” Essay (10 points) Definition Essay (10 points) Research Essay (25 points) Discussion Posts (Click on This for Important Info) 10 Discussion Entries (25 points) Exams (Click on This for Important Info) Midterm Exam (10 points) Final Exam (10 points) Quizzes (Click on This for Important Info) 5-10 Quizzes on the Material (10 points) Note: All grading is on a 10-point scale; therefore, all assignments add up to 100 points (or 100% of the course grade). |
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The Add/Drop Period is the first 5 days of the semester for full term classes. Add/Drop periods are shorter for accelerated format courses. The following week of the semester is Financial Aid Attendance Verification period. You must attend at least one meeting of all of your classes during that period. If you do not, you will be dropped from the course(s) and your Financial Aid will be reduced accordingly. |
Attendance
I don’t ever lecture for an entire class, and usually we will discuss the material as a group. Therefore, if you don’t show up, two things will surely happen.
1) You will be missed!
2) You will be withdrawn from the course if you miss more than 4 classes.
Attendance is tracked by the sign-in sheet. If you do not sign-in, then you will be marked absent.
1) You will be missed!
2) You will be withdrawn from the course if you miss more than 4 classes.
Attendance is tracked by the sign-in sheet. If you do not sign-in, then you will be marked absent.
- Tardies may be counted as absences, so don’t make a habit of being late. Once warned, then all tardies will count as absences.
- Sleeping in class—no matter how long—will automatically result in an absence.
- Unauthorized cell phone or tablet usage will automatically result in an absence--no matter when the infraction occurs.
- If you leave class early (without prior permission), then that will be considered an absence.
Class Participation |
Cell Phones and Computers
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Though not a part of the grading percentages, your participation can affect your final, averaged grade. Basically, if you show up prepared and make an attempt to discuss the material and/or complete the in-class assignments, then it will probably help your grade if you’re borderline at the end of the semester. If you never talk, show general lack of interest, fail to complete more than a few reading assignments and/or offer less-than-helpful advice to your colleagues in the workshops, then borderline grades will likely remain as is.
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Unless authorized, under no circumstances may you use a cell phone in class—for calling, texting, reading texts, gaming, or web surfing. If you break this rule, then you might be asked to leave the class but will most certainly be marked absent—no matter when the infraction occurs. Let there be no mistake—if you look like you’re texting or using your phone, then you’re texting or using your phone. There will be no argument or discussion, so I highly recommend keeping your hands away from your phone during class.
Also, personal computers of any type (e.g. laptops, tablets, phones, e-music devices) may not be used in class except when authorized by Dr. H. The same is true for classroom computers (where applicable). They need to be turned off completely when class begins. |
Classroom Conduct
Treat everyone in the class with respect. It’s okay to disagree. What’s not okay is to turn the disagreement into a confrontation. Also, cursing in class and/or online is not appropriate nor allowed. Find a way to express yourself without foul language. If a disruption occurs, then the student will be warned. After that, Academic Affairs will become involved. See below.
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Academic HonestySpecifically, the P-Word
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You are bound by the college's policies on academic honesty, which bar you from presenting another person's work or ideas as your own, allowing someone to write an assignment or part of an assignment for you, or failing to properly acknowledge source materials. The college takes violations of these policies seriously, and so do I. Anyone caught plagiarizing will automatically fail the course. I will also report the offense to Academic Affairs.
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Knowing the boundaries between acceptable and unacceptable practices is sometimes tricky, and we can discuss any questions you have in class or in my office. I have placed an easy to understand link about plagiarism below. You are also responsible for reading the sections of college’s handbook that pertain to this topic. You should also save all the notes, materials, and drafts that lead up to a finished paper and come to me before an assignment is due if you have any doubts about the originality of your work.
HERE IS A WONDERFULLY EASY TO UNDERSTAND EXPLANATION OF PLAGIARISM.
Here is a link to our college’s handbook, which offers detailed information on Misconduct and Academic Honesty.
https://www.hgtc.edu/devcatalog/current/studentrights/code.html
HERE IS A WONDERFULLY EASY TO UNDERSTAND EXPLANATION OF PLAGIARISM.
Here is a link to our college’s handbook, which offers detailed information on Misconduct and Academic Honesty.
https://www.hgtc.edu/devcatalog/current/studentrights/code.html