English 101-003: Freshman Composition I

MWF 9:30-10:45
Louisiana Tech University
Fall Quarter 2023
Instructor: Anthony Goodwin, M. A.
E-mail: [email protected]
Office & phone: GTM 258; 257-5243
Office Hours: MWF 10:45-12:15, 3:15-3:45
R 8:00-12:00 (by appointment)
Class Website: Moodle.latech.edu

Prerequisites:
18 or above on the English ACT, or 450 or above on the verbal SAT

Measurable Course Objectives/Competencies

Students successfully completing and receiving credit for English 101 must be able to do the following by completion
of the course:
1.Recognize faulty arguments or “non-argumentative persuasion,” and identify clear bias. Be able to distinguish
between logos, pathos, and ethos in argumentation; use logic to evaluate and communicate in class discussion and
in writing the effectiveness of various arguments. [see FCCG, Section III, pp. 40- 45].

2.Write reflectively and analytically about topics, published articles, and related issues using standard, academic
English grammar [see FCCG Section III, pp. 46-49; 51-63, and sample student essays in Sections VI and VIII].

3.Write a well-supported and logically sequenced Rhetorical Analysis Essay of 900-1000 words in correct MLA
format, and a logically sequenced Argumentative Research Essay of around 1200 words [no fewer than 1,000
words, in correct MLA format; with effectively integrated academic sources] that is audience-appropriate,
developed with clear rhetorical strategies, and supported with authoritative academic evidence [see FCCG Section
III, and the sample essays demonstrating course competency in Sections VI and VIII]. The Rhetorical Analysis
Essay represents at least 20% of the total course grade, and the Research Essay represents at least 25% of the toral
course grade.

4.Recognize the difference between paraphrase, summary, cut and paste plagiarism, and mosaic plagiarism [see
FCCG, pp. 71-75].

5.Describe the difference between revision and editing and be able to provide specific, substantive feedback on an
unfinished essay [see FCCG, pp. 16-26].

6.Demonstrate in at least two essays the ability to effectively evaluate and apply secondary source-based
documentation, current MLA internal/parenthetical and Works Cited format for quotations, paraphrases, and
summary source information. Demonstrate the ability to make attribution or explanation from secondary sources in
the grammatical structure of the sentence [see FCCG 64-69; 71-86 and sample essays in Sections VI and VIII].

Required Textbooks and Materials

Lunsford, Andrea A., John J. Ruszkiewicz, and Keith Walters, editors. Everything’s an Argument with Readings, 9th
Edition, Bedford/St. Martin’s, 2022.
The Freshman Composition Course Guide, 2023-2024 ed. English Dept. LA Tech U [FCCG]. English Dept. LA
Tech University (available in the bookstore)
A college ruled notebook for in-class assignments.
E-mail address and access to the Internet (Check http://Moodle.latech.edu regularly for announcements)
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COVID-19 related information
1. Students can access COVID-19-related information, guidelines, FAQs, and policies at Louisiana Tech’s
website: https://www.latech.edu/coronavirus/
2. Students testing positive for COVID-19 report directly to the faculty in order to arrange classroom absence
arrangements. Course progress/arrangements should be consistent with stated absence policy (real-time
virtual participation or opportunity for make-up later should be indicated). Short-term COVID-19
arrangements are not disability accommodations.
3. Information and contact numbers and sites for Louisiana Tech Counseling Services are located
at: https://www.latech.edu/current-students/student-advancement-affairs/counseling-services/
4. Students who miss face-to-face class for COVID-19 related reasons, and have followed University protocol,
will have access to course materials and grade opportunities while away from face-to-face class, or makeup
opportunities when able to return to class.
5. If I become ill or need to self-quarantine following a potential exposure, we will conduct class on Moodle
until I am cleared to return to campus, at which point we will resume face-to-face class meetings.

Emergency Notification System

All Louisiana Tech students are strongly encouraged to enroll and update their contact information in the Emergency
Notification System. It takes just a few seconds to ensure you’re able to receive important text and voice alerts in the
event of a campus emergency. Emergency contact information will be collected by Louisiana Tech University and
sent to FirstCall Interactive Network. FirstCall has been contracted by the State of Louisiana’s Board of Regents to
transmit emergency alerts in the event of a campus emergency. The information provided to FirstCall is secure and
will not be used for proprietary or non-emergency purposes.
Campus community can be contacted three ways:
 On-campus voice call – dorm room telephone numbers are in the ENS system
 Email – University email addresses are in the ENS system
 Off-Campus/Cell Phone Voice Call, Text Messaging – To enter your cell or off-campus phone number:
 Log into your BOSS account
 Under “Personal Info” select “Personal Phone Numbers”
 Choose a phone number field and enter your off-campus number, then select Type value “Emergency Voice
Call” to receive a voice call notification
 Cell phone numbers with SMS: select Type value “Emergency Text Msg” to receive a text message alert
 You can use both voice call and text messaging by using two number fields with different Type selections
***If you have questions, call Student Affairs at 318.257.2445.

Emergency Contingency Plan

*If for any reason we are not able to meet as a class because of an emergency, we will continue with this course
through our Moodle online class site.

Evaluation
Essay # 1 (Definition Essay) 1000 words 15%
Essay # 2 (Rhetorical Analysis Essay) 1200 words 20%
Essay # 3 (Research/Dialectic Essay) 1500 words 25%
Essay # 4 (Multimodal/Narrative) 1000 words 15%
Journals (short assignments) 20 assigned 15%
Quizzes 10 total 10%
100%
Grading Scale
100% to 90% A
89% to 80% B
79% to 70% C
69% to 60% D
59% to 0% F
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A Grading Example:
Essay 1 13.20% 88% (grade earned) x 15%
Essay 2 15.00% 75% (grade earned) x 20%
Essay 3 23.50% 94% (grade earned) x 25%
Essay 4 12.00% 80% (grade earned) x 15%
Journals 12.75% 85% (grade earned) x 15%
Quizzes 8.00% 800 (Total)/10= 80% x 10%
Total 84.45%

Here’s how to calculate your grade at any point throughout the quarter
So let's say it’s still early in the quarter, and you have an Essay #1 grade (75%) and a Quiz #1 grade (90%) but
nothing else completed yet. The following example shows you how to calculate your current score. The .17 or 17%
you’re dividing by below represents the total percentage of the course assignments completed up to this point.
(0.75 X 15%) + (0.90 X 2%) / 0.17 = your current overall weighted percentage in the course.
For this example, that would be a 76% at that point in the quarter.

All students will be expected to submit all essays to Turnitin.com. Essay grades will not be recorded until
essays have been uploaded to Turnitin.com.

Keep track of your own grades throughout the quarter. Do not rely solely on the Moodle grade book or any
“automated” emails that Moodle sends regarding grade changes. I update the grade book periodically and, as
a result, you will receive an email every time I do so. If you have a question about your grade, please ask me.

Policy 2217
Final Grade and Academic Appeals Procedure.
https://www.latech.edu/administration/policies/p-2217/

Plagiarism Policy
Like you, I believe cheating is a dishonorable act. Remember that cutting and pasting work or switching words in and
out of text from the Internet (even from unsigned texts) is plagiarism. Most plagiarism is half accidental: it is using
sources sloppily and forgetting to give credit to sources. However, even accidental plagiarism is a serious offense and
comes with disciplinary consequences. Plagiarized work on any assignment will receive a ZERO, and your overall
class grade may be lowered to failing. Remember: lifting work from the Internet without using quotation marks and
citing the source; “mosaic” copying; submitting someone else’s essay as your own; forgetting to document sources;
and copying pages from a printed book are all plagiarism. Remember that the Tech Honor Code also prohibits
students from submitting any essay or assignment for course credit that has been submitted for credit elsewhere or in
any other course. I fully support the Louisiana Tech University Honor Code. You are advised to consult the online
student handbook and familiarize yourself with the code, but above all know that cheating and plagiarism in this
class will be dealt with severely. This means that transgressions will be reported to the University, which could result
in severe penalties, including expulsion from school. NOTE: You must sign the appropriate Plagiarism Statements
(located in the front of the 2021-2022 Freshman Composition Course Guide) and hand it in on the day we discuss
Tech’s plagiarism policy. If I don’t get the signed Plagiarism Statement, you don’t get grades.

Attendance and class participation are both mandatory if you want to pass this course
*According to the University policy 2206, “excessive unexcused absences” is defined as missing “more than 10% of
total class time.” Official University excuses are the only exception. These included any activities such as sports,
band, etc.

*“Official University Excuses must be presented to the faculty member prior to the absences.”

*With the exception of official University excuses, I allow you (3) absences (excused or unexcused) before your
grade average will be penalized. Each day missed (beyond the 3 that are allowed) will result in a 1% reduction from
the overall 100% possible.
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*More than three consecutive absences from class can automatically fail you for the entire class.

*Missed in-class work cannot be made up unless you have an official University excused absence, or if it is an
excuse I consider valid.

*It is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to keep track of your absences.

*It is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to ask me what work you missed during your absence.

*It is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to sign the attendance sheet before leaving class. YOU WILL BE COUNTED
ABSENT IF YOU DO NOT SIGN.

*Tardies “Occasional” tardiness is acceptable. If it becomes a habit, you’ll be counted absent.

Avoid the following or you will be counted absent for the entire class period
*Scheduling an advising appointment during our class time IS NOT EXCUSABLE.

*Doctor’s appointments, court appointments, or meetings with other faculty members should be made for times that
do not conflict with our class. Only appointments scheduled BEFORE the start of the quarter will be taken into
consideration.

*You will be counted absent for the day if you are seen sleeping or repeatedly conversing during class.

*My class is not a study hall for your other courses. If you’re seen doing course work for something other than
English, you’ll be counted absent for the day.

*Never, under any circumstance, should you listen to any ear buds, earphones, etc. during class time!

*DO NOT STARE AT YOUR CELLPHONES DURING CLASS!!! Show some personal restraint. It’s not just how
“things” are nowadays. YOU DON’T NEED TO BE IN CONSTANT CONTACT WITH ANYONE DURING OUR
CLASS TIME. If you cannot or are unwilling to avoid using your cellphone in the classroom, I will manage your
technological addiction by marking you absent for the day.

*If you cannot prevent your personal life from interfering with my class, then you don’t need to be in my class.

*If you leave class early without notifying me in advance as to why you are leaving, you’ll be counted absent.

Journals (Other Assignments)

*You will do several informal writing assignments both in and outside of class.

*These assignments represent your thoughts and/or answers to questions on the assigned literary readings and are
usually one to two pages in length.

*They must have your name, the date, and topic written at the top of the page to receive full credit. If the assignment
is handed in by the due date, written on the assigned topic, and of sufficient length, it will receive full credit. If any
submitted assignment does not meet the above criteria, it will receive no credit.

*These assignments serve four purposes: they give you writing practice on the course topics, they offer a regular
forum where you can develop thoughts on the readings without worrying about grammar, they inspire (or encourage)
you to express (in writing) ideas which may develop into essay topics, and they prime your brain for class discussion.

*They won’t be graded for grammar or spelling; however, the more you practice editing your writing, the better your
writing will be.

*Generally, in a face-to-face administered course, you’ll work on and submit each journal before the end of class. In
the event that there isn’t enough time in class to complete the journal, it will be due at the beginning of the next class
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meeting. In an online-only or hybrid (online and in-class) course, journals must be submitted by the end of the next
scheduled (or what is generally considered the next scheduled) meeting. For example: If a journal is assigned on
Monday, it would be due by end of day on Wednesday. If a journal is assigned on Tuesday, it would be due by the
end of day on Thursday. Etc.

*We may or may not finish each of the journal assignments listed in the tentative schedule. There may also be some
added that aren’t currently listed.

*THESE JOURNALS CANNOT BE MADE UP WITHOUT AN OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY EXCUSE.

Doctor’s appointments, court appointments, car trouble, general sickness, etc. DO NOT COUNT.

Rough Drafts
*Rough drafts are required, with the exception of the response essay.

*The purpose of bringing a rough draft to class is to allow your peers to help critique your work while you critique
their work.

*Allowing you time for peer review is meant to aid you in the editing of your essays and hopefully improve your
score at the same time.

*However, if you fail to bring your rough draft to class on the assigned days, it will result in a 10 pt. reduction on the
grade of that particular essay.

Quizzes
*Quizzes can be given at any time during class. If you’re late, or if you leave class early, you risk missing the quiz.

*Quizzes may be over lecture material, outside readings, etc. Anything discussed in class or assigned during or
outside of class is fair game.

*If you miss a quiz for any reason (other than an official university excuse), you cannot make it up.

*QUIZZES CANNOT BE MADE UP WITHOUT AN OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY EXCUSE. Doctor’s appointments,

court appointments, car trouble, general sickness, etc. do not count.

Four Essays
*The essays will allow you the opportunity to showcase your writing skills and your ability to establish and sustain a
legitimate argument on a given topic.

*They will also allow me to assess whether or not you’ve actively read the assigned material and made a valid
attempt to analyze it.

*It is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to view the comments on previously graded essays in order to avoid those mistakes
on future essays and improve your writing. If you don’t know how, ask me.

*I provide basic essay guidelines for each essay that you will write in this course. Failure to adhere to these
guidelines can result in a (0) grade for the assigned essay.

Essay Format
*Essays should have 1” margins on all sides, be printed in a 12-point font size, and have the following heading
(double spaced) in the top left-hand corner of the first page:

Student’s Name
English 101 (section number)
Date
Essay #
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Word count

*Please number pages in the upper right corner using the header page # function.

*Please do not include a cover page.

*All essays will be typed, double-spaced, and printed in black ink. Times New Roman font is required.

*Follow MLA documentation style at all times. Double space your entire essay.

*Essays missing ANY of the above formatting requirements will lose 10 points.

Common Sense Computing Advice

*Technical difficulties are no excuse for not having your work.

*When composing and editing on the computer, save frequently.

*Save to your removable storage device or computer before you send your document to the printer.

*Always print a hard copy of your work before you shut down a work session.

*If you happen to have computer trouble which results in a damaged or lost composition, I will expect to see a recent
hard copy of the previous draft with your revision marks included. This draft will be due at the assigned date and
time and will include a note explaining your difficulty.

*Computer trouble is not an excuse to hand in a less-than-final draft, and a final draft will always be required.

Computer Classroom Rules

Downloading unauthorized material (including screen savers) or visiting unauthorized Internet sites is a misuse of
state property. Please read the rules and guidelines below. Ask me if you have any questions about them. Know that if
you decide to remain in this class, you are agreeing to respect and abide by all the rules and restrictions listed below.

The following are departmental rules. They are posted on the computer classroom doors:

NO FOOD
NO DRINKS
NO PRINTING OF MULTIPLE COPIES
NO CHANGES TO HARDWARE
NO CHANGES TO OR DOWNLOADING OF SOFTWARE
NO MISUSE OF STATE PROPERTIES
NO SAVING OF DOCUMENTS TO COMPUTERS

IF YOU CANNOT FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE RULES, OUR ENTIRE CLASS MAY BE MOVED
PERMANENTLY TO A REGULAR CLASSROOM OR RESTRICTED FROM USING THE COMPUTER
EQUIPMENT.

Additionally, you will respect the following restrictions:

1) Unless we are using the computer for a class activity, the monitor should be turned off, and the
keyboard set aside.
2) At any time, you may only have open the program the class is using at that moment.
3) If we are using the Internet or Moodle, there will be NO extracurricular surfing including no
Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, etc.

** If you break any of the above rules, I will ask you to leave class immediately and mark you absent for that class
day. Repeated violation will result in the entire class losing the privilege of meeting in the computer classroom.
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Remember that this is a writing class, not a computer class. We meet in the computer classroom because it gives us
the opportunity to write in class, and because the internet connections available here will allow us to share materials
more easily. But there is no substitute for face-to-face dialogue and discussion. Computers are just tools. Thus, you
will not receive a high grade for being a wizard at computers, only by writing clear, intelligent, well-structured, and
well-developed essays.

IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

*You must submit each essay to Turnitin.com. You can only submit once per assignment so be absolutely certain that
what you submit to Turnitin is what you want me to grade. I’ve spent way too much time in the past deleting
submissions and having students resubmit because they didn’t open their files and check what they were submitting
before doing so. IF YOU MUST RESUBMIT (FOR ANY REASON), IT WILL RESULT IN A 5 POINT
DEDUCTION FOR THAT ASSIGNMENT.

*Essays are due (before) the time shown on Turnitin/Moodle. ESSAYS SUBMITTED AFTER THE ASSIGNED
DATE AND TIME (11:59 PM) WILL BE PENALIZED 10 POINTS. EACH DAY PAST THE ASSIGNED
DATE AND TIME WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL 10 DEDUCTION ON THE ASSIGNMENT.

*If you have a class that overlaps with this class, you need to drop one of the classes.

*I grade each essay holistically. While I DO COUNT each and every grammatical, structural, and punctuation error,
I do not mark them all on your essay. I may mark the errors in a section of your work to show you what you’re doing
wrong. I will provide you with an extensive comment at the bottom of each graded essay. It is your responsibility to
read the comments I make on your essays. If at any time you want me to elaborate as to why your essay received a
particular grade, beyond what the comments say, you can come by my office or see me after class. The standards
for grading are on page 3, 4 of the FCCP.

*I will not proofread your essay before you submit it. I will only answer specific questions you may have (ie. thesis,
quoting, introduction, conclusion questions, etc.).

*Emails sent to me should be for addressing questions where “yes” or “no” answers them. I will not spend more time
responding to an email than it would take me to respond to you in person.

*I do not round grades. The reason why I do not is because there is a 10 point range within each grade that can be
awarded (ie. 100-90, 89-80, 79-70, 69-60, etc. That is a large enough range. If you fall below a particular range by
however many tenths of a point, then you haven’t really earned the grade with which you feel you’re close enough to
receive.

*I don’t offer extra credit. You have many opportunities to improve your grade throughout the quarter, so don’t ask.

*No amount of begging or pleading on your part will persuade me to give you a better grade than you have earned.
You needing to be able to compete in University athletics, be accepted into a degree program, maintain financial aid
or TOPS, etc. will not change your final grade. Scheduling an appointment with the writing center, participating in
peer reviews, and meeting with me after class or during office hours can help your grade.

*I correspond with you through Moodle (as a class) and through your LA Tech email (as an individual), so it would
be wise of you to check them frequently. Forgetting to check the two forms of correspondence is an excuse but not
one I will consider valid.

*Unless otherwise stated, you will be responsible for the assignments and activities listed on the syllabus. I will let
you know in advance if there is a change.

*I will not tell you your reading assignments for the next class meeting. IT’S ON THE SYLLABUS!

*Tablets, netbooks, laptops, Kindles, etc. are not to be turned on during class time. Turning them on during class
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forces me to compete for your attention as well as the attention of other students who can view your computer screen.
You will be counted absent for the day and receive a zero for any assignment due that day.

*It is your responsibility to bring your textbook, the FCCP, and the most recently assigned essay to class each day.
We may not use these every class meeting, but you’ll need them in case we do. Not having one of them could result
in you losing points or not being able to complete an in-class assignment.

*Class quizzes, assignments, assigned readings, etc. WILL NOT WAIT FOR YOU TO OBTAIN A TEXTBOOK. If
you cannot obtain a textbook within the first 2 days of the course due to financial, shipping, some personal issue, you
will receive zeros on the assignments.

*If you have something to contribute to class discussion, please raise your hand and wait to be called on. Otherwise,
we as class, descend into utter chaos.

*If time allows, we’ll work on our essays in class. If you do not have a copy of the essay you are currently working
on when you arrive for class, you will begin a new essay and work on it throughout the class period. That means you
may not leave early since you’re unprepared, and you may not run to your car, dorm room, etc. to get the essay you
forgot.

*THERE ARE COMPUTERS AND PRINTERS ON CAMPUS THAT YOU ALREADY PAY TO USE!!!

*Assigned essays should be turned in using Microsoft Word. If you use a different program, then you need to be able
to convert it to a Word document before submitting it to Turnitin. Formatting errors that are the result of using
something other than Word WILL COUNT AGAINST YOU.

You need to ask yourself if you can manage this class with whatever else you currently have going on in your life
(sororities, fraternities, sports, jobs, familial responsibilities, relationships, financial issues, etc.). All of these things
are important; however, by taking this course, you’re saying that you can manage the requirements and deadlines of
this course.

Accommodations
Any student who needs classroom accommodations based on ADA guidelines should register with Services
for Students with Disabilities as soon as possible and bring the appropriate papers to me by the second-
class meeting. I am willing to assist every student who schedules an appointment with me, but students are
responsible for seeking help if assistance is needed. For information on Testing and Disability Services, go
to www.latech.edu/ods.

* In the event of a question regarding a final grade, it will be the responsibility of the student to retain and present
graded materials that have been returned for student possession during the quarter.

* If you have a question, do not hesitate to ask. I cannot help if I don’t know that there is a problem. This should be a
great quarter for you, and I’m glad to be a part of it.
* This syllabus is a contract between you (as the student) and me (as the instructor). By taking this class, you are
agreeing to follow all the guidelines given above and to be responsible for your actions.

The following is the General Schedule for the class. Note that you are responsible for any changes to the
schedule made by the instructor in class or posted on Moodle. You should check Moodle regularly for special
announcements or schedule changes.

English 101 Tentative Schedule (subject to change, so keep it updated!)

** Readings will be done during class time.
**Bring your writing to class every day.
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9-8 F Introduction
Go over syllabus, Turnitin, Grademark (rubric)
What is Plagiarism?

9-11 M Go through FCCP

Grammar/Mechanics review
Personal pet-peeves in essay writing
In-class diagnostic essay (Respond to “The Falling Man” essay)

9-13 W 13 Rules for Using Commas

Composition terminology
Essay basics Powerpoint lecture

9-15 F Prewriting Powerpoint lecture

Journal 1 (pre-writing practice/ discussion with topics)
MLA Basics/[email protected]

9-18 M READ: “What Do We Mean When We Talk About Equality?” (Definition)

Extended Definition Essay Powerpoint lecture
In-class definition exercise/discussion
Essay 1 (Definition) Assigned/Guidelines
Definition Essay Terminology
Definition Essay Planning Worksheet

9-20 W READ: “Friending: The Changing Definition of Friendship in the Social Media Era” (Definition)
Plagiarism statements are due no later than today!!!!
Thesis Statement Lecture
Journal 2 (Thesis practice worksheet)

9-22 F We will not meet face to face today.

Use this time to work on your Definition essay.
READ: “We’re All Victims Now”

9-25 M READ: “Who Are You Calling Underprivileged?” (Definition)

Rhetorical Situation lecture
Journal 3 (Rhetorical Situation)

9-27 W Essay #1 (Definition) due *Rough Draft

READ: “Move Over, Millennials” (Definition)
Rhetorical Triangle lecture
Journal 4 (Rhetorical Triangle)

9-29 F Essay #1 (Definition) due by the end of the day

Ethos, Pathos, and Logos in slogans/marketing
Summarizing Lecture
Journal 5 (Summarizing 1984 article)

10-2 M READ BEFORE CLASS: “The Coddling of the American Mind”—p.1-7 (Rhetorical)
How to do a rhetorical analysis
Overly Annoying Quoting and Italicizing
Journal 6 (Rhetorical analyses of historical texts)

10-4 W READ BEFORE CLASS: “The Coddling of the American Mind”—p.8-14 (Rhetorical)
Essay#2 (Rhetorical Analysis) Assigned/Guidelines
Citation for “The Coddling...”
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In class reading of “Why We Crave Horror Movies (Rhetorical)
Journal 7 (“Why We Crave” analysis questions)

10-6 F READ: “It’s Not About You” (Rhetorical)

Journal 8 (Rhetorical Triangle of Memes)
Citing Images in MLA

10-9 M READ: “Insanity is Healthy” (Rhetorical)

In class reading of “Tolerance Turned Upside Down” (Rhetorical Analysis)
Journal 9 (Analysis of the reading)

10-11 W READ: “This is Water” (Rhetorical)

Quoting with style and grace (FCCG pg. 76-77)
Four Rules for Incorporating Quotes
Journal 10 (Responding to a quote)

10-13 F Proper Paraphrasing Powerpoint lecture

Logical fallacies
Journal 11 (Paraphrasing Satire)

10-16 M Essay #2 (Rhetorical Analysis) due *Rough Draft

Essay #2 Self-Evaluation
Rhetorical Question Rules
Journal 12 (“Talking ‘Bout My Generation”)

10-18 W Essay #2 (Rhetorical Analysis) due by the end of the day

READ: “The Risk of Free Speech versus Political Correctness” (Dialectic)
Essay #3 (Research/Dialectic) Assigned/Guidelines
Class time will be spent working on Essay #3 (Research/Dialectic)

10-20 F We will not meet face to face today.

Use this time to work on your Research/Dialectic essay.
READ: “The Rival Conceptions of God” (Dialectic)

10-23 M READ: “Man or Rabbit?” (Dialectic)

Good vs. Not-so-good sources lecture
Prescott Memorial library article search
Research/Dialectic essay example/discussion

10-25 W Essay #3 (Research/Dialectic) due *Rough Draft

Essay #3 (Research/Dialectic) Self-Evaluation
READ: “A Modest Proposal to Convert Shopping Malls” (Satire)
Journal 14 (Arguing with Movie Critics)

10-27 F Essay #3 (Research/Dialectic) is due by the end of the day

READ: “Why Young Americans are Drawn to Socialism” (Dialectic)
Conflicting genres: distorted movie trailers
Journal 15 (Developing a response for different situation, voice, and audience)

***October 27th is the last day to drop courses or resign w/ “W” grades (“F” grades after this date).

10-30 M READ: “Superman and Me” (Narrative)

How to write a narrative/reflection
Narrative Essay Planning Worksheet
Essay# 4 (Multimodal/Narrative) Assigned/Guidelines
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11-1 W READ: “College Satire Examples” (Satire)

Dialogue Rules
Satirical Techniques Definitions
Journal 16 (Satire analysis)

11-3 F We will not meet face to face today.

Use this time to work on your Narrative essay.

11-6 M READ: “Sarcophagus” (Narrative)

How Visual Rhetoric Works
Journal 17 (Visual Rhetoric in Advertising)

11-8 W READ: “Salvation” (Narrative)

Journal 18 (Analyzing political cartoons for audience, purpose, etc.)

11-10 F Journal 19 (Soundtrack of My Life)

11-13 M Essay #4 (Multimodal/Narrative) is due by the end of the day

Essay #4 Self-Evaluation
Journal 20 (Found Social Media assignment)

11-15 W Last day of class

All late submissions (approved in advance) are due by the end of class time today.