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- 1. Welcome to EWRT1A Dr. Kim Palmore Office F1-1L ph. 408 674 3005 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Gv0H-vPoDc
- 2. Agenda The Course Descriptionand Details • Canvas • Green sheet/Syllabus • Kaizena Argument essay Brainstorming • Outlining • Thesis Topic Sentences Counterargument
- 3. What is aHybrid Class? A hybrid class meets both in the classroom and electronically. For this course, it means that we will meet once a week for 2 hours and 15 minutes, and that you will complete the remaining 2 hours and 15 minutes of this five unit course on your own, via presentations on the website. We will not meet together; rather, you will simply go to the online presentations and work through them on your own. I will answer questions by email. These presentations must be completed in a timely manner each week.
- 4. Using Canvas Even thoughthis English class is fully face-to- face, we will use Canvas to communicate, see grades, access course documents and assignments, and submit homework. As I informed you by email before our term began, our class is now published on Canvas. You should be able to access this course by logging into Canvas and using your college credentials. Go to https://deanza.instructure.com Use your college credentials to log in. You will be taken to the Canvas dashboard where you should see our course: S17: English Composition If you do not have access to this course via Canvas, please let me know as soon as possible.
- 5. Class presentations Essay Assignments The Syllabus: Information, Expectations, and Policies The Syllabus: The Course Calendar Some Reading Assignments Writing Tips Helpful Links Your Daily Homework Assignment
- 6. The Syllabus: Part1 Information, Expectations, and Policies Course Requirements Assignments and values Participation Required Materials Books Computer Access One Bluebook Class Policies Plagiarism Conduct and Courtesy
- 7. Texts and Required Materials: RiseB. Axelrod and Charles R. Cooper, The St. Martin’s Guide to Writing 8th Edition Suzanne Collins. The Hunger Games. A large blue book for in-class essay #1.
- 8. Course Requirements: Active participationin class discussions and regular attendance. You will earn real points for your participation in activities. Keeping up-to-date on the assignments and reading. Formal writing: one in-class essay; three out of class essays, the final two with research components. A series of homework posts to the class website Reading quizzes and in-class assignments.
- 9. Writing Submissions Create youraccount. Go to Kaizena.com or simply use the link on our class website home page. Click “Sign up.” Choose “Student.” Enter your group code (you can find this on the right side of the website or in the slideshow directions for how to use Kaizena). Files are added to Conversations in Kaizena. To add a file to a conversation, click the "Add File" button. Once I have graded your paper, you can access it by going to the “conversations” link in Kaizena. Click on the highlighted sections of the paper to find both audio and written comments concerning your essay and links to materials that will help you improve your writing. We will discuss how to submit your essay in greater detail in the class before your first essay is due. Feel free to go through the “Kaizena” presentation under the “Create Accounts” tab on the Canvas webpage if you want to preview the process. All out of class essays will be submitted electronically before the due date.
- 10. Your grades willbe available via canvas
- 13. Writing Submissions Kaizena allowsme to respond to your essay with both voice and written comments and to insert helpful links. Create your account. Go to Kaizena.com or simply use the link on our class website home page. Click “Sign up.” Choose “Student.” Enter your group code (you can find this on the right side of the website or in the slideshow directions for how to use Kaizena. Files are added to Conversations in Kaizena. To add a file to a conversation, click the "Add File" button. Next, choose to add a file from Google Drive or to upload a file from your computer. Use the box that pops up to find your file. When you find your file, click it; next, click "Select" (for a Google Docs file) or open (for an uploaded file). The file will be added to your conversation. If you experience formatting errors when you upload a Word file, try saving the file as a PDF, and uploading it again. Once I have graded your paper, you can access it by going to the “conversations” link in Kaizena. Click on the highlighted sections of the paper to find both audio and written comments concerning your essay or links to materials that will help you improve your writing. All out of class essays are to be submitted to me electronically before the due date.
- 14. It isyour responsibility to talk to me your absences or other conflicts. Work done in class cannot be made up. Also, please arrive on time, as you will not be able to make up work completed before you arrive, including quizzes. Attendance: Success in this course depends on regular attendance and active participation. Participation points will be part of our daily activities. If you are not in class, you cannot earn these points. You should save absences for emergencies, work conflicts, weddings, jury duty, or any other issues that might arise in your life.
- 15. Late Work: Ido not accept late work. I do, however, extend an opportunity to revise one essay for a better grade. If you miss an essay due date, you may submit that essay when the revisions are due. This does disqualify you from revising another essay. Revised essays receive no feedback.
- 16. Conduct, Courtesy, andElectronic Devices: Please speak freely and candidly; however, while your thoughts and ideas are important to me and to the dynamics of the class, you must also respect others and their opinions. Courtesy will allow each person to have the opportunity to express his or her ideas in a comfortable environment. Courtesy includes but is not limited to politely listening to others, not slamming the classroom door or walking in front of classmates if you do arrive late, and maintaining a positive learning environment for your fellow classmates. To help maintain a positive learning environment, please focus on the work assigned: turn off all cell phones and IPods before class, and do not text- message in class. If you must use your phone, please step outside so as to minimize disruption.
- 17. Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism includesquoting or paraphrasing material without documentation and copying from other students or professionals. Intentional plagiarism is a grave offense; the resulting response will be distasteful. Depending upon the severity, instances of plagiarism may result in a failing grade for the paper or the course and possible administrative action. All assignments will be scanned and scrutinized for academic dishonesty. Please refer to your handbook for more information regarding plagiarism.
- 18. The Syllabus: Part2 The Course Calendar
- 19. Syllabus The syllabus isa tentative schedule. It may be revised during the quarter. Use it to determine how to prepare for class. Week and Days Homework Project Title What we will do in class
- 20. Homework There iswriting homework for each class meeting. This is both to help you think about your reading and to help you produce ideas for your essays. In order to earn an A on your homework, you must do the following: Complete all of the posts. Post on time. Be thoughtful in your responses All homework will be posted under the homework panel on our Canvas site. Homework is due before our next class meeting.
- 21. Posting Homework On thefront page of the website, you will find the homework post after each class. Below that post on the left is a “comment” link. Click right on the word “comments,” and a comment box will open. Scroll to the end of the posted comments, and post your work into the comment box; finally, click “Post Comment.” Let’s take a look at the website
- 22. Homework is due: Thehomework from the live class is due 72 hours after our class ends. The work from the hybrid class is due 24 hours before our next face to face class.
- 23. Suggestions Your homework forthis class is worth 150 points because it requires significant work. Take this part of the course very seriously. It is easy to skip a few assignments, and then a few more, but failing the homework section of this class will be detrimental to your grade. Make a word document for your homework. Write the assigned work there. Date it and record the post #. Revise and edit before you post. Post your homework in a timely manner. This will keep you on track by reminding you of how many you have done or missed. At the end of the quarter, I will ask you to assess your work, so make sure you stay on top of what you have accomplished!
- 24. In order todo the homework, you must establish an account. To make your own FREE Word Press account, go to Wordpress.com. The system will walk you through the steps to set up your own user-friendly Word Press blog. Alternatively, you can sign into our website through Facebook. If you prefer not to use your own name, you may use a pseudonym. Just make sure you sign in with YOUR Word Press username before you post on our class page so you get credit for your work. Please email me your username once you have established which account you shall use for the quarter. If you cannot establish your website and username, please see me as soon as possible, and I will help you with the process. Much of our work will take place online, so establishing this connection is mandatory. Your Username
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- 26. Name your bloghere Then Click here! Then follow the rest of the simple steps to create your own blog and username. Remember, you post your homework on our class webpage—not on yours!
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- 29. To activate youraccount, simply go to your email and click the link that wordpress will send you. Use your “username” to sign in when you post your homework.
- 30. This class is goingto be so easy! Is this class too hard? Will I be the teacher’s favorite? Is this class History 10? I will be the favorite!
- 31. Let’s get readyto write! You are headed into the woods for several weeks. The possibility that you will encounter carnivores, bad water, rough terrain, weather, insects, and poison ivy is very real. You are wearing jeans, a t-shirt, and tennis shoes. You have an empty daypack. From the lists on the next slides, choose which additional supplies you would take with you on your trip. Note in detail why you would choose these items.
- 32. Group 1 (Choose2) Blanket (one wool double) Sleeping Bag (one single, nylon and down) Two extra pair of socks (wool) A rain coat (yellow) Reflective heat jacket Hiking boots (water proof) Group 2 (Choose 1) Waterproof matches (one box of 20) An empty container/bottle (One gallon-plastic) Rope (25 feet) Tarp (8x10) Iodine Tablets (one jar of 20)
- 33. Group 3 (Choose1) Bow & Arrows (6) Small Knife (6” blade) A large heavy sword (2.5 feet, 10 lbs.) A hammer (common household type) A fishing line & hook (100 feet of line and 3 hooks) Group 4 (Choose 1) A box of crackers (16 oz.) A package of beef jerky (16 oz.) A bottle of water (one gallon) A package of cheese (16 oz.) A bag of apples (10 small apples)
- 34. After you finishchoosing your supplies, get into groups of three or four and discuss your choices. Explain your reasons for choosing your supplies to the other people in your group. It will behoove you to argue vigorously so you all understand the benefits of each item. When you have all settled on your final lists, note not only why you are taking certain supplies, but also why you are not taking others.
- 35. Write an essayarguing for the supplies you have chosen to take with you into the wild. Present the issue to readers, and develop an argument for the purpose of confirming, challenging, or changing your readers’ views on which supplies are the most important for survival. Your final essay should be around 750 words. You don’t need outside sources for this essay. Essay #1: The argument essay: an in- class writing exam
- 36. Introduction and Thesis Focus yourpresentation of the issue: Your introduction should explain to the reader both the situation you face and why you have limited resources. Thesis: Compose a thesis that makes your position unambiguous, appropriately qualified, and clearly arguable. (Your thesis will likely be near the end of your introduction).
- 37. Body Paragraphs Paragraph one:topic sentence supporting your first item. Give reasons for your choice and support them with examples, scenarios, or anecdotes. Paragraph two: topic sentence supporting your second item. Give reasons for your choice and support them with examples, scenarios, or anecdotes. Additional Paragraphs: Repeat using the same or similar strategies
- 38. Counterargument: Write a counterargumentthat addresses why you wouldn’t take the items the other people in your group think are very important. You should address specific supplies others in your group chose to take. You may do this in each body paragraph as you argue for your choice, or you may do it as a separate paragraph after you finish arguing for your tools. For example, you might start by writing, “while some people might prefer a sleeping bag, I found it to be a poor choice compared to the blanket.” Then you can explain why.
- 39. Conclusion: If your adventureis over, describe how it ended and how you have recovered, suffered, or benefitted from it. OR If the adventure is ongoing, consider predicting your future in the wild. What are you chances of success? What do you see as your biggest challenge? How might you fail?
- 40. Buy/Order: The HungerGames and The St Martin’s Guide to Writing. Make your Kaizena account Post #1: Your essay outline with a thesis. Review class presentation for help. Bring: a hard copy of your outline, a pen, and a blue book to our next face to face class and be prepared to take in-class essay test #1.
- 41. When you finishyour homework for class #1: Do your online class: presentation 2 Finish the in-class work Do and post the homework on the front of the website, under homework slide #2 The homework from the live class is due 72 hours after our class ends. The work from the hybrid class is due 24 hours before our next face to face class.
Editor's Notes
- #2 Slide 1: Good afternoon and welcome to English 1. I am Dr. Kim Palmore, and that video outlined just a few of the many tips that you will enjoy this semester. Right now, I would like you to fold the 3x5 card on your desk in half, like this. Then, write on it the name you prefer to be called. Finally, please add the pronouns that you use: she hers/he his/they them, for example. Also there is a roll sheet circulating. If you are enrolled in this class, just write your name as it likely appears on the roster. If you are trying to add, please include your name and your email address.
- #3 Slide 2: Agenda: Today’s class is divided into two parts. The first part will cover the nuts and bolts of the course. During the second part of the class, we will review the basic features of the argument essay. We will do some brainstorming together, and then do a review of outlining, the thesis, topic sentences, and the counterargument. Don’t worry if you can’t remember how to write an argument essay. I will provide plenty of help.
- #5 Slide 3: If you are already enrolled in the course, you undoubtedly received my pre-class email, and you know that even though this course is fully face-to face, we will be using the convenient features of Canvas. You can see your grades, access documents and assignments, and submit your homework all online. I will also communicate with you via Canvas
- #6 Slide 4: Canvas Here is a picture of our course. Note that the homepage provides links via the menu across the top of the picture. There are more links on the left that will help you navigate the site. Canvas is user friendly, but if you have questions, I will answer them via email or at the beginning of our next couple of classes. After we cover some of the course basics, I will give you a more complete demonstration of the website.
- #7 Slide 5: The syllabus is listed in two parts on the website. Part 1 provides information, course expectations, and class policies. You will also find the list of required
- #8 Slide 6:Texts and Required Materials: We will use a textbook, The St. Martin’s Guide to Writing, and a novel, The Hunger Games for this class. You will also need a large Blue Book for your first in-class essay exam. You can buy all three at the bookstore, or you can order the two books online. You have two weeks to get your books. You will need your bluebook by our third meeting for the in class essay.
- #9 Slide 7: Course Requirements: Regular attendance and active participation in class discussions are essential to your success in class. You will earn real points for engaging in activities. You must also keep up to date on reading and assignments. You will take various in-class writing assignments. Your homework will generally be essay brainstorming and drafting. Finally you will also complete formal writing assignments, including one in-class essay and three out of class essays, the final two having increasing research components.
- #10 Slide 8: Kaizena: I use an electronic system called Kaizena to collect your essays. This software allows you to upload your essay just like you would attach it to an email. In Kaizena, I can give you both audio and written comments, and I can embed links that will give you helpful tips on improving your writing. In order to use Kaizena, you simply join a Kaizena group by using the link on our homepage to add yourself to your class. When you get closer to submitting your first out of class essay, I will cover the submission process in greater detail. If you would like to preview that information, click on the “Kaizena link” under the “Create Accounts” tab on the Canvas webpage.
- #11 Slide 9: Grades: Here is an overview of the assignments and point values for the semester. Notice that our first essay is worth 75 points. This essay serves as a sample of your timed writing skills, and shows me places we can begin our work to improve your writing. The next two essays are each worth 150 points; these essays will require increasing research and documentation skills on the way to our final research essay project. Also notice that your website posts are worth 150 points. The hefty point value is tied to a significant amount of brainstorming, prewriting, and revision. Please do not neglect your homework. Finally, the last graded part of the class is rooted in your participation in discussion, activities, and writing workshops.
- #12 Slide 10: Grade Breakdown: Here is the grading scorecard for the essays. They follow the standard grading scale, but please do notice that there is no C- grade. You must pass the class with a C in order to move forward.
- #13 Slide 11: Intro to Class Policies: I would like you to read the syllabus carefully after class today, but I would like to cover a few important policies here.
- #15 Slide 12: Attendance: Your success depends on your attendance. Participation points will be earned as part of our daily activities. If you are not in class, you cannot earn these points. Please save absences for emergencies. It is your responsibility to notify me if you have a conflict that keeps you from our meetings. Please do so in advance when possible.
- #17 Slide 13: Conduct, Courtesy, and Electronic Devices: Please speak freely in class, but also respect others when they speak. Courtesy will allow each person to discuss ideas in a comfortable and safe environment. Courtesy also means not slamming doors, walking in front of others, and maintaining an engaged and positive learning environment. To that end, please turn off your devices when class starts. If you must use your phone, please step outside to do so.
- #18 Slide 14: Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism is a grave offense. It includes the intentional use or misuse of material without documentation. It also includes copying from other students or professionals. As we will learn about documenting sources, I encourage you to ask me, or consult our documentation resources, to make sure that you understand how and when to cite. There is a video on our site that discusses the intricacies of plagiarism.
- #19 Slide 15: The Course Calendar: The course calendar is a schedule of both our in-class activities and your homework.
- #20 Slide 16: Notice the semester week, days, and classes are listed on the left. The project title is listed above the course work. Here it says “The Argument,” which is the kind of essay we are working on. Below that is the daily class agenda. Note here, we are reminded of today’s outline: Course introduction and an introduction to essay #1. You can use this information to prepare for each class. To the right of the daily agenda is the homework. The information here will also be presented on the final slide of our daily PowerPoint.
- #21 Slide 17: Homework: There is writing homework after each class meeting, including today’s. This will help you think about your reading and produce ideas for your essay. I promise you that it will all be relevant to the writing project we are doing. In order to earn an A on your homework, you must thoughtfully complete all of the assignments on time. You must post your homework in the appropriate place on Canvas. It is always due before our next meeting.
- #22 Slide 18: Posting homework: On the homepage of the website, you will see a homework panel. Use the comment link to post. Let’s take a quick look at the website itself so you can see exactly what I mean. On the homepage, you will find the homework panel from the previous class. Scroll down to directly below it. See the comment button? Click there. See the box where it says “Enter your comment here.” That is where you post your homework. (click in the box to show the “post comment” button. When you finish posting, click the “post comment” button. That is it. You are done. As long as we are here, let’s look at a few more features. For example, see the course information button? That is where you will find the syllabus, assignment sheet, and course materials information. Click on the dropdown menu to see your choices. I will click on the assignment sheet to demonstrate. Notice that it is in a format that allows scrolling. Feel free to read from here. If you prefer printed material, just click on the link above it to get a pdf that you can download and print out. Click on Presentations to review or preview course information. Each week is listed with the presentations for each day to the right of it. The “Essays” button to the right of presentations connects you to each of the assignments for the class. Clicking on the essay # itself will take you to the assignment, but if you hover over an essay #, you will be able to choose from another dropdown menu, where you can find grading rubrics, student examples, and peer revision documents. On the right side of the page, you will find some helpful links. You can make an appointment by clicking on the appointment button, you can visit my homepage, or you can use the “Submit to Kaizena” button to submit your essay. To sign up, just scroll down a bit farther. The box with the directions also includes your course code. Click the box to go to Kaizena. At the bottom of the webpage, I have embedded helpful writing and research videos for your convenience
- #31 Class 19: Please spend some time familiarizing yourself with the website. Read the Information, expectations, and policies portion of the Syllabus. Look over the daily calendar. We will visit particular course and college policies at the beginning of our next meeting, after you have familiarized yourself with the website and course materials. Please be prepared for both discussion and a question and answer period. Any Questions?