English 1B Online
Introduction
to Literature
Mr. Jensen
Fall 2009
Office: B-15D
(760) 252-2411 Extension 7298
djensen@bcconline.com
(online assignments and correspondence)
II. Course Objectives and Student Learning Outcomes:
The course will enable the student to:
Understand the universality of cross-culture archetypes.A. Identify and discuss genres of literature.
B. Analyze and discuss themes and devices in works of literature.
C. Compare and contrast themes and devices in works of different schools and periods.
D. Compose original essays that analyze works from major genres.
E. Participate in class discussions on literary topics.
F. Develop an aesthetic appreciation of literature.
G.
Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Students will be able to read and analyze a short work of literature—a poem or a short, short story—and compose an essay that analyzes the meaning and structure of the work. Assessment method:
2. Students will incorporate direct quotations from specific works of literature to strengthen points made about the works in their assigned essays Assessment method:
From the course objectives and student learning outcomes listed above, list the one that interests you the most and tell me why it interests you.
III. Benchmark Learning Measurement
The instructor will use a pretest and post test to assess students' literary understanding.
IV. Activities to Achieve Objectives and Outcomes
The above objectives will be achieved through the use of posted lectures, discussions, readings, analytical essays, objective tests, and written responses to questions.
V. Materials Required
A. Texts: Literature: The Human Experience by Abcarian and Klotz, 9th edition, ISBN 0-312-43651-3
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
B. A flash drive or other saving device to back up assignments from your hard drive. KEEP ALL WRITING ASSIGNMENTS JUST IN CASE FOR SOME REASON THERE IS A FAILURE IN SUBMISSION.
C. Access to a computer with Internet connection. There are computers at the Barstow Community College and Ft. Irwin computer labs available for your use.
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I understand that I must have Literature: The Human Experience by Abcarian and Klotz, 9th edition and
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald by August 17, 2009.Email Updates
One of the primary
methods of contact in an online course is email. Your college is capable of
extracting student names and email addresses from our registration system.
The purpose of extracting this information is two fold. The information will
be used by the instructor to remain in contact with the class in order to
provide information necessary for the students' academic success. The
information will also be used to send emails to the students from the
college administration. The emails sent by the college administration will
consist of links to course surveys which will be used to improve our online
courses, important announcements for students, and links to college surveys,
which will be used to satisfy requirements placed on the college by the
California Community College Chancellor's Office. The college will not use
this information to advertise any products and will not share student email
addresses with any other organization.
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As a student I understand it is my responsibility to ensure my email address
is up to date in the registration system, and that failure to do so can
seriously impact my ability to successfully complete my courses. Further, I
consent to receive email communication from my instructor and from the
college administration. This consent will remain in force until it is
revoked in writing or I am no longer taking classes with the college. Upon
submitting the syllabus, I agree to enter the registration system, check my
email address and change it if necessary. I understand a tutorial is
available to assist me with this procedure. I also understand I can contact
760-252-2411 x7700 to receive additional assistance if I encounter any
difficulties when attempting to change my email address.
VI. Major Assignments and Tests
Schedule of Major Assignments and Tests
Major assignments are due before midnight on the designated dates.
| Lesson One | Sunday, August 23 |
| Lesson Two & Short Story Paper | Sunday, August 30 |
| Lesson Three | Sunday, September 6 |
| Lesson Four & Drama Paper | Sunday, September 13 |
| Lesson Five & Online Midterm | Sunday, September 20 |
| Lesson Six | Sunday, September 27 |
| Lesson Seven & Poetry Paper | Sunday, October 4 |
| Lesson Eight | Sunday, October 11 |
| Novel Paper | Wednesday, October 14 |
| Lesson Nine | Friday noon, October 16 |
| Final Exam (completed and received) | Friday noon, October 16 |
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I understand the major assignments and agree to turn them all in by the above due dates.
Dates are subject to change, but any changes will be given at least a week in advance. In addition to the above, you will have short writing assignments and discussion questions.
The standard length for the literature papers is 500 words. To receive credit for the course, all writing assignments must be successfully completed. Taking the midterm examination and the final examination is mandatory.
Readings:
Students will read an average of 75-100 pages per week from the text. Please remember that reading assignments are doubled up in this nine-week version of an eighteen-week semester course.
Plagiarism:
is a crime punishable by failure in the class, expulsion, and legal action. It is the student's responsibility to learn how to give proper credit for materials taken from other sources. MLA (Modern Language Association) style must be used for documentation. ALL ESSAYS, TESTS, AND ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS MUST BE ORIGINAL COMPOSITIONS WRITTEN FOR THIS CLASS. ALL ASSIGNMENTS AND TESTS ARE SUBJECT TO A PLAGIARISM SEARCH.Plagiarism--presenting the work of another as your own
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I understand the policy on plagiarism and agree to abide by it.
Attendance and late papers:
Attendance is calculated by mandatory participation in the discussion group. Students are required to post original paragraphs weekly as well as comment on classmates' postings.
Prompt completion of assignments are vital to the learning process. Late assignments will affect a student's grade. LATE WORK WILL NOT RECEIVE A GRADE OF HIGHER THAN A "D."
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I understand that ALL of my assignments must be turned in on time, INCLUDING discussion group postings and that failure to do so will result in a grade for the late work of no higher than a "D."
VII. Evaluation and Grading
A student's grade will be calculated as follows:
| Literature papers | 400 points |
| Lesson Quizzes | 180 points |
| Discussion Group Questions | 135 points |
| Midterm and Final Examinations | 300 points |
| Total Points | 1015 points |
| Total Points Earned Divided By Total Points Possible Equals Percent | Letter Grade |
| 90-100% | A |
| 80-89% | B |
| 70-79% | C |
| 60-69% | D |
| 0-59% | F |
Students
are responsible for dropping the class if they stop submitting work;
otherwise, they will receive a failing grade. The last day to drop this
class with a W is
Holistic Grading Guide for Writing Essays and Paragraphs
A
–The thesis statement or topic sentence is clear and well defined. The introductory paragraph of the essay is excellent.
–Body paragraphs or supporting sentences show logical development and clear relationships. Body paragraphs contain topic sentences. Transitions are used effectively. Ideas are illustrated with specific examples.
–The conclusion or concluding sentence signals the end of the essay or paragraph by summarizing points or idea.
–The writer follows all of the specific requirements for the assignment.
–The written piece shows a superior writing style and originality in presenting ideas.
–The writing contains no writing errors or few writing errors that detract from the content.
B
–The thesis statement or topic sentence is obvious but may need development. The introductory paragraph of the essay is good.
–Body paragraphs or supporting sentences show good development and relationships. Body paragraphs contain topic sentences and supporting details. Transitions are used. Ideas are illustrated with examples.
–The conclusion or concluding sentence signals the end of the essay or paragraph. The concluding paragraph summarizes the major points of the essay.
–The writer follows the requirements for the assignment.
–The written piece shows an above-average writing style.
–The writing may contain a few errors that detract from the content.
C
–The thesis sentence or topic sentence is apparent but may be vague or too general. The introductory paragraph of the essay may need some improvement.
–Body paragraphs or supporting sentences may show loose development or lack examples. Body paragraphs may contain undeveloped topic sentences. Transitions could be used more effectively.
–The conclusion or concluding sentence may lack a signal of the end of the essay or paragraph. The conclusion may lack a summary of major points.
–The writer follows most of the requirements for the assignment.
–The written piece shows an average writing style but lack of original thought.
–Writing errors may detract from the content.
D
–The thesis sentence or topic sentence is unclear or undeveloped. The introductory paragraph of the essay may be in need of improvement..
–Body paragraphs or supporting sentences may lack development. Examples are not used to support ideas. Body paragraphs may lack topic sentences. Transitions are not used effectively.
–Conclusion or concluding sentence may be lacking.
–The writer may not have followed the requirements of the assignment.
–The written piece may show below-average writing style.
–Writing errors detract from the content.
F
–The thesis or topic sentence is ineffective or lacking. The introductory paragraph of the essay is in need of major improvement.
–Body paragraphs or supporting sentences are undeveloped or incoherent. Information is not presented in a logical manner. Transitions and topic sentences may be undeveloped or lacking. Ideas lack development.
–The conclusion or concluding sentence may be lacking.
–The writer does not follow the requirements of the assignments.
–The piece shows an immature writing style.
–Serious writing errors detract from the content.
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I understand the above grading policy and
will abide by its terms.
On-Campus Final:
There will be an on-campus final exam given at Barstow College and at Ft. Irwin during the last week of class. Be sure to call the computer lab and find out its operating hours. COMPUTER LABS CLOSE EARLY ON FRIDAYS. TAKE YOUR FINAL BY NOON ON THE LAST FRIDAY OF THE CLASS. If you cannot take the exam at a college computer lab, you will have to find an approved proctor, for example, a military educational officer, a clergy member, a librarian, or an educational official at an approved site, such as a military educational center, a church, a library or a school.
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I understand that I must send the syllabus to this course to receive my username and password and to remain enrolled in this course. Finally I understand that if I cannot come to the campus (either in Barstow or Ft. Irwin) to take the final, it is my responsibility to find a proctor, to have the proctor approved by the instructor, and to arrange for a means of contact between my instructor and the proctor.
Disability Statement:
If you have a disability which may impact your success in this course, you may contact the Disability Student Programs and Services (DSPS) office to arrange any reasonable accommodations and supports to which you are entitled. It is the responsibility of the student to initiate these procedures. The DSPS department can be contacted by calling 760-252-2411 x7224 or 760-252-6759 TTY/TDD or emailing dsps@bcconline.com.
In the box below type: I understand that if I have or suspect I have a disability I can contact the DSPS program at the number or email address listed above and request reasonable accommodations. Further I realize it is my responsibility to contact the DSPS department.
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