This document outlines the syllabus for a 1-credit course called "The Legal Profession" taught by Karen Graziano at Villanova University. The course introduces students to different areas of law and legal careers through readings, research projects, informational interviews and writing assignments. It aims to help students understand the legal profession and prepare for the law school application process. Major assignments include memos, a personal statement, letters of recommendation, and a final presentation. The course utilizes discussions, workshops and individual feedback to improve students' legal writing and analysis skills. Grading is based mainly on written assignments, with class participation also accounting for part of the final grade.
This document provides the syllabus for a college writing course. It outlines the course description, goals, required texts and materials, assignments, grading scale, attendance policy, and weekly schedule. The main assignments include five writing projects of different genres like personal essays, reviews, proposals, and argumentative essays. Students will complete drafts, get peer feedback, and submit final versions. Other requirements are spontaneous writings, homework, presentations, vocabulary quizzes, and submitting a final portfolio. The course aims to develop students' expressive and persuasive writing and reading skills through practicing different techniques.
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This document provides information about an English Composition I course including the course details, required textbooks, instructor information, course objectives, writing requirements, policies, and schedule. The key points are:
1) The course meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in room HUM 301 from 4:30-5:45 PM. Required textbooks include A Good Fall by Ha Jin and Writing: A Manual for the Digital Age.
2) The instructor is Prof. Rigolino and their contact information is provided. The course objectives are to develop students' writing, critical thinking, research, and presentation skills.
3) Students will write 4 essays, complete in-class writings, journals, and homework. Class participation
This document provides guidance on redesigning course syllabi to make them more engaging for students. The traditional black and white text-heavy syllabus is described as intimidating and unengaging for students. Recommendations are given to incorporate color, images, and technology to create a more visually appealing and informative syllabus. Specific suggestions include using Word and PDF to design multi-page syllabi that cover course descriptions, objectives, assignments, grades, policies, and resources on separate pages with headings and text boxes. The redesigned syllabus should be personalized, interactive, and engage students in the course material from the first page. Proper syllabus design is described as taking significant time but providing benefits to student understanding and experience.
This document provides the syllabus for an introductory gender and sexuality studies course. It outlines the course details including time, location, instructor contact information, learning objectives, and assignments. The main assignments are short response papers, a group presentation, a midterm paper, quizzes, and a final exam. Students will critically engage with course readings and materials to understand the social construction of gender, sexuality, and systems of power and oppression. Active participation in class discussions and completing all assignments are required to pass the course.
This document provides the syllabus for an English Composition I course. It outlines the course objectives, assignments, schedule, policies, and required materials. Students will complete 4 essays, journals, and a final portfolio. The course aims to develop students' critical reading, writing, and research skills through various writing assignments and workshops. It will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and requires adherence to attendance and academic integrity policies.
This document provides the syllabus for an English Composition I course. It outlines the course objectives, which include developing writing skills across different modes and genres. It lists the required textbooks and describes major assignments like 4 essays, journals, and a final portfolio. The syllabus also details policies on attendance, late work, academic integrity, and accommodating disabilities. A tentative schedule is provided that outlines the sequence of topics, readings and due dates for the semester.
This document is the syllabus for an English 102 college writing course taught in the spring 2019 semester. It outlines the course goals of focusing on expository, argumentative, and research writing. The instructor's contact information and office hours are provided. The major assignments include four writing projects, journal entries, and a library research week. The required textbook and course policies on attendance, plagiarism, and classroom conduct are also summarized.
This document provides the syllabus for a college writing course. It outlines the course description, goals, required texts and materials, assignments, grading scale, attendance policy, and weekly schedule. The main assignments include five writing projects of different genres like personal essays, reviews, proposals, and argumentative essays. Students will complete drafts, get peer feedback, and submit final versions. Other requirements are spontaneous writings, homework, presentations, vocabulary quizzes, and submitting a final portfolio. The course aims to develop students' expressive and persuasive writing and reading skills through practicing different techniques.
This course syllabus outlines the details of a rhetoric and composition course, including objectives, assignments, grading, and policies. Students will examine communication practices and apply them to their own compositions in various modes. Major assignments include a rhetorical analysis essay, research process portfolio, researched argument essay, and multimodal project. The course aims to develop skills in persuasive writing, research, and information literacy. Regular responses and participation are required along with adherence to netiquette and attendance guidelines. Late or missing work impacts grades significantly.
This document provides information about an English Composition I course including the course details, required textbooks, instructor information, course objectives, writing requirements, policies, and schedule. The key points are:
1) The course meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in room HUM 301 from 4:30-5:45 PM. Required textbooks include A Good Fall by Ha Jin and Writing: A Manual for the Digital Age.
2) The instructor is Prof. Rigolino and their contact information is provided. The course objectives are to develop students' writing, critical thinking, research, and presentation skills.
3) Students will write 4 essays, complete in-class writings, journals, and homework. Class participation
This document provides guidance on redesigning course syllabi to make them more engaging for students. The traditional black and white text-heavy syllabus is described as intimidating and unengaging for students. Recommendations are given to incorporate color, images, and technology to create a more visually appealing and informative syllabus. Specific suggestions include using Word and PDF to design multi-page syllabi that cover course descriptions, objectives, assignments, grades, policies, and resources on separate pages with headings and text boxes. The redesigned syllabus should be personalized, interactive, and engage students in the course material from the first page. Proper syllabus design is described as taking significant time but providing benefits to student understanding and experience.
This document provides the syllabus for an introductory gender and sexuality studies course. It outlines the course details including time, location, instructor contact information, learning objectives, and assignments. The main assignments are short response papers, a group presentation, a midterm paper, quizzes, and a final exam. Students will critically engage with course readings and materials to understand the social construction of gender, sexuality, and systems of power and oppression. Active participation in class discussions and completing all assignments are required to pass the course.
This document provides the syllabus for an English Composition I course. It outlines the course objectives, assignments, schedule, policies, and required materials. Students will complete 4 essays, journals, and a final portfolio. The course aims to develop students' critical reading, writing, and research skills through various writing assignments and workshops. It will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and requires adherence to attendance and academic integrity policies.
This document provides the syllabus for an English Composition I course. It outlines the course objectives, which include developing writing skills across different modes and genres. It lists the required textbooks and describes major assignments like 4 essays, journals, and a final portfolio. The syllabus also details policies on attendance, late work, academic integrity, and accommodating disabilities. A tentative schedule is provided that outlines the sequence of topics, readings and due dates for the semester.
This document is the syllabus for an English 102 college writing course taught in the spring 2019 semester. It outlines the course goals of focusing on expository, argumentative, and research writing. The instructor's contact information and office hours are provided. The major assignments include four writing projects, journal entries, and a library research week. The required textbook and course policies on attendance, plagiarism, and classroom conduct are also summarized.
This 3 sentence summary provides the essential information from the English 101 syllabus document:
The document is the syllabus for English 101 being taught in the spring 2020 semester by instructor Johanna Tollefson. It outlines the course goals, learning outcomes, required textbook, policies on attendance, late work, plagiarism, and campus resources available to students. The course focuses on developing skills in critical reading, writing, revising, and incorporating sources to meet college-level writing expectations.
This document provides an overview of the ENGL 102 College Writing and Rhetoric course for Spring 2017. Key details include:
- The course will focus on improving persuasive and expository writing skills.
- It will be taught by Lauren Yarnall on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:30-1:20 PM in Brink 107.
- Students will complete 5 major writing assignments of different types along with daily homework assignments to practice key skills and prepare for the major assignments. This will include keeping a dedicated journal for invention exercises.
- Students are expected to attend class regularly, participate actively, and follow technology and email etiquette policies to create a respectful learning environment
This document is a syllabus for an English 101 course taught by Professor Alicia Bolton in Fall 2012. It provides contact information for the professor and embedded librarian, an overview of required materials and assignments, grading policies, course policies on attendance, plagiarism, and late work, and a tentative schedule of readings and due dates. The course will focus on developing writing skills through four essays, homework assignments, quizzes, and an electronic portfolio. Students are expected to closely follow the policies in the syllabus and complete all assigned readings and work by the due dates.
This document is a syllabus for an ESL 201 course at Irvine Valley College. It provides information about the instructor, course description, student learning outcomes, required materials, class policies, assignments and grading. The course focuses on academic writing and covers how to develop a central thesis, organize paragraphs, integrate sources, and adhere to language conventions. Students will complete essays, blog posts, short writes and work in the Language Acquisition Center. Important dates include exams, drop deadlines and holidays. The final grade is calculated based on essays, exams, blog posts, portfolios and participation.
This document provides information about an English 102 course titled "Writing and Rhetoric" taught in fall 2021. It outlines the course policies, assignments, and required textbook. The course will focus on applying rhetorical concepts and critical thinking skills to analyze assigned texts. Students will complete writing assignments, give and receive peer feedback, and read sections from "The Norton Field Guide to Writing" each week. The primary assignment will analyze texts through an eco-criticism lens but other approaches can also be discussed. Students must follow policies on attendance, technology use, academic honesty, and respectful classroom conduct.
This document outlines the syllabus for an English 102 course titled "Writing and Rhetoric" taught in fall 2021. The course will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30-11:20am and will focus on applying rhetorical concepts, research skills, critical thinking, and the writing process to assigned texts. Students will read sections from The Norton Field Guide to Writing each week and discuss them in class. The primary writings assigned will be from the eco-criticism movement. Course policies outline attendance, classroom conduct, technology use, deadlines, academic honesty, and campus resources for students.
This document provides the syllabus and policies for a composition course at Michigan Technological University. It outlines the course details including meeting times, instructor information, course description and objectives. It also details the assignments and their point values, which include responses, essays, and projects. Additionally, it outlines policies regarding attendance, late work, grading scale and professionalism. The course aims to help students improve their written, oral and visual communication skills through various drafting assignments.
This document provides an overview of the ENG160-10 Composition I course for Fall 2012, including course details, objectives, requirements, policies, and schedule. The main points are:
- The course will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:25-10:40am in LC 110. The required textbook is Writing: A Manual for the Digital Age and students will write 4 essays of 3-4 pages each, comprising 75% of the grade.
- By the end of the course students will gain skills in critical reading, writing for different audiences and purposes, and using proper research and citation formats.
- Students must submit a final portfolio containing revised work to pass the course. If
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This document provides an overview and syllabus for an introductory college writing course. The course focuses on strategies for critical reading, writing, revising, and incorporating sources. It will cover four major writing assignments, discussion boards, and invention work. Students must complete all assignments, earn a passing score on their final portfolio, and receive a passing grade from the instructor to pass the course. The syllabus outlines course objectives, requirements, policies, grading, and a tentative schedule.
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This 3-sentence summary covers the key information from the English 102 syllabus document:
The syllabus outlines the goals, requirements, and policies for an online English 102 course, including improving persuasive writing skills, completing 4 modules focused on reading, writing and rhetoric, submitting assignments in Microsoft Word format, and being graded on a point system for modules and assignments with over 500 total points needed to receive a passing grade of A, B, or C. The document provides contact information for the instructor, lists the required textbook, and provides resources and policies for students in the online course.
This document provides information about an English 102 college writing and rhetoric course. It outlines details such as class time, instructor information, attendance policy, assignments including revisions and homework, learning outcomes, and policies regarding plagiarism, technology use, and disability support services. The goal of the course is to help students become better communicators through practicing skills like reading, writing, speaking, and applying rhetorical strategies. Becoming Rhetorical by Jodie Nicotra is the required textbook.
This document outlines the course details for Mechanical Engineering 5680 at Ohio State University for Autumn 2015. The course will be taught by Dr. Sandra Metzler on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:10 am to 12:30 pm in Scott Lab E200. It will cover topics such as solid modeling, motion simulation, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and computer-aided manufacturing. Students will use software like SolidWorks and complete labs involving CNC machining, robotics, and injection molding. The grading will be based on homework, labs, quizzes, projects, and exams. Safety protocols are outlined for the labs.
This document provides information about an English 1A course, including the instructor's contact details, course goals and requirements, assignments, grading scale, textbooks, and policies. The main goals of the course are to prepare students to analyze college texts and write college papers by developing skills such as reading analysis, essay writing, thesis development, and personal writing style. Students will complete four formal papers, online posts and discussions, and be assessed on their writing process, analysis of diverse texts, argument writing, and citation skills. The hybrid class meets twice a week in person and requires additional online work. Students are expected to adhere to academic honesty, attendance, and participation policies.
This document provides information about the ENG160-10 Composition I course for the fall 2012 semester. It includes details such as the course location and time, required texts, instructor contact information, course description and objectives, an overview of topics to be covered, assignments including four essays, and a tentative schedule. Students will develop skills in critical reading, writing, research, and oral presentation. The course aims to improve students' writing process and ability to compose in different genres for various audiences.
This document provides information about an online Religions of the World course at Patrick Henry Community College for the Fall 2013 semester. The 3-credit course examines major world religions and is taught fully online by instructor Hannah Simpson. The course description, objectives, assignments, grading scale, policies, and schedule are outlined in detail. Students will study religions through readings, presentations, discussions, and assessments with a focus on critical thinking and written communication skills.
This document provides an overview of an online English composition course. It outlines course objectives which include developing critical thinking and writing skills through writing analytical, evaluative, and persuasive essays. Students will learn the writing process and hone their academic writing. The course will require reading assignments, weekly discussions, peer reviews, drafting essays, and final revisions. Students must have access to a computer and internet to complete the online work, which includes 10 hours of weekly work. The course will be graded based on discussions, peer reviews, essays, revisions, and tests.
This document provides information about the ENG160-10 Composition I course for the fall 2012 semester. Key details include:
- The course will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:25-10:40 am in LC 110.
- Required texts and materials are listed.
- The course focuses on developing writing, reading, and research skills.
- Students will write 4 essays of 3-4 pages each and complete other assignments.
- Attendance is required and excessive absences will impact grades.
- Students must submit a final portfolio to pass the course.
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This document provides an overview of an English 101 course, including student learning outcomes, contact information for the instructor, grading policies, major assignments, and homework requirements. Students will develop critical reading, thinking, and research skills through four multi-draft essays, a midterm exam, and a final project presentation. Assignments are due on specified dates throughout the semester and grades will be based on a percentage scale. The instructor provides resources and encourages students to schedule appointments or office hours for any writing assistance.
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This document outlines the syllabus for an ENGL 102: Writing and Rhetoric course taught in fall 2021. The class will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30-11:20am and will focus on developing students' writing, research, and critical thinking skills through analyzing assigned texts. Students will read sections from The Norton Field Guide to Writing each week and apply rhetorical concepts to their own writing. The primary assignments will include journals, peer reviews, and four essays analyzing texts through an eco-criticism lens. Attendance is mandatory, late work is not accepted, and academic dishonesty is strictly prohibited. The course policies, resources, and tentative schedule are also
This 3 sentence summary provides the essential information from the English 101 syllabus document:
The document is the syllabus for English 101 being taught in the spring 2020 semester by instructor Johanna Tollefson. It outlines the course goals, learning outcomes, required textbook, policies on attendance, late work, plagiarism, and campus resources available to students. The course focuses on developing skills in critical reading, writing, revising, and incorporating sources to meet college-level writing expectations.
This document provides an overview of the ENGL 102 College Writing and Rhetoric course for Spring 2017. Key details include:
- The course will focus on improving persuasive and expository writing skills.
- It will be taught by Lauren Yarnall on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:30-1:20 PM in Brink 107.
- Students will complete 5 major writing assignments of different types along with daily homework assignments to practice key skills and prepare for the major assignments. This will include keeping a dedicated journal for invention exercises.
- Students are expected to attend class regularly, participate actively, and follow technology and email etiquette policies to create a respectful learning environment
This document is a syllabus for an English 101 course taught by Professor Alicia Bolton in Fall 2012. It provides contact information for the professor and embedded librarian, an overview of required materials and assignments, grading policies, course policies on attendance, plagiarism, and late work, and a tentative schedule of readings and due dates. The course will focus on developing writing skills through four essays, homework assignments, quizzes, and an electronic portfolio. Students are expected to closely follow the policies in the syllabus and complete all assigned readings and work by the due dates.
This document is a syllabus for an ESL 201 course at Irvine Valley College. It provides information about the instructor, course description, student learning outcomes, required materials, class policies, assignments and grading. The course focuses on academic writing and covers how to develop a central thesis, organize paragraphs, integrate sources, and adhere to language conventions. Students will complete essays, blog posts, short writes and work in the Language Acquisition Center. Important dates include exams, drop deadlines and holidays. The final grade is calculated based on essays, exams, blog posts, portfolios and participation.
This document provides information about an English 102 course titled "Writing and Rhetoric" taught in fall 2021. It outlines the course policies, assignments, and required textbook. The course will focus on applying rhetorical concepts and critical thinking skills to analyze assigned texts. Students will complete writing assignments, give and receive peer feedback, and read sections from "The Norton Field Guide to Writing" each week. The primary assignment will analyze texts through an eco-criticism lens but other approaches can also be discussed. Students must follow policies on attendance, technology use, academic honesty, and respectful classroom conduct.
This document outlines the syllabus for an English 102 course titled "Writing and Rhetoric" taught in fall 2021. The course will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30-11:20am and will focus on applying rhetorical concepts, research skills, critical thinking, and the writing process to assigned texts. Students will read sections from The Norton Field Guide to Writing each week and discuss them in class. The primary writings assigned will be from the eco-criticism movement. Course policies outline attendance, classroom conduct, technology use, deadlines, academic honesty, and campus resources for students.
This document provides the syllabus and policies for a composition course at Michigan Technological University. It outlines the course details including meeting times, instructor information, course description and objectives. It also details the assignments and their point values, which include responses, essays, and projects. Additionally, it outlines policies regarding attendance, late work, grading scale and professionalism. The course aims to help students improve their written, oral and visual communication skills through various drafting assignments.
This document provides an overview of the ENG160-10 Composition I course for Fall 2012, including course details, objectives, requirements, policies, and schedule. The main points are:
- The course will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:25-10:40am in LC 110. The required textbook is Writing: A Manual for the Digital Age and students will write 4 essays of 3-4 pages each, comprising 75% of the grade.
- By the end of the course students will gain skills in critical reading, writing for different audiences and purposes, and using proper research and citation formats.
- Students must submit a final portfolio containing revised work to pass the course. If
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This 3-sentence summary covers the key information from the English 102 syllabus document:
The syllabus outlines the goals, requirements, and policies for an online English 102 course, including improving persuasive writing skills, completing 4 modules focused on reading, writing and rhetoric, submitting assignments in Microsoft Word format, and being graded on a point system for modules and assignments with over 500 total points needed to receive a passing grade of A, B, or C. The document provides contact information for the instructor, lists the required textbook, and provides resources and policies for students in the online course.
This document provides information about an English 102 college writing and rhetoric course. It outlines details such as class time, instructor information, attendance policy, assignments including revisions and homework, learning outcomes, and policies regarding plagiarism, technology use, and disability support services. The goal of the course is to help students become better communicators through practicing skills like reading, writing, speaking, and applying rhetorical strategies. Becoming Rhetorical by Jodie Nicotra is the required textbook.
This document outlines the course details for Mechanical Engineering 5680 at Ohio State University for Autumn 2015. The course will be taught by Dr. Sandra Metzler on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:10 am to 12:30 pm in Scott Lab E200. It will cover topics such as solid modeling, motion simulation, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and computer-aided manufacturing. Students will use software like SolidWorks and complete labs involving CNC machining, robotics, and injection molding. The grading will be based on homework, labs, quizzes, projects, and exams. Safety protocols are outlined for the labs.
This document provides information about an English 1A course, including the instructor's contact details, course goals and requirements, assignments, grading scale, textbooks, and policies. The main goals of the course are to prepare students to analyze college texts and write college papers by developing skills such as reading analysis, essay writing, thesis development, and personal writing style. Students will complete four formal papers, online posts and discussions, and be assessed on their writing process, analysis of diverse texts, argument writing, and citation skills. The hybrid class meets twice a week in person and requires additional online work. Students are expected to adhere to academic honesty, attendance, and participation policies.
This document provides information about the ENG160-10 Composition I course for the fall 2012 semester. It includes details such as the course location and time, required texts, instructor contact information, course description and objectives, an overview of topics to be covered, assignments including four essays, and a tentative schedule. Students will develop skills in critical reading, writing, research, and oral presentation. The course aims to improve students' writing process and ability to compose in different genres for various audiences.
This document provides information about an online Religions of the World course at Patrick Henry Community College for the Fall 2013 semester. The 3-credit course examines major world religions and is taught fully online by instructor Hannah Simpson. The course description, objectives, assignments, grading scale, policies, and schedule are outlined in detail. Students will study religions through readings, presentations, discussions, and assessments with a focus on critical thinking and written communication skills.
This document provides an overview of an online English composition course. It outlines course objectives which include developing critical thinking and writing skills through writing analytical, evaluative, and persuasive essays. Students will learn the writing process and hone their academic writing. The course will require reading assignments, weekly discussions, peer reviews, drafting essays, and final revisions. Students must have access to a computer and internet to complete the online work, which includes 10 hours of weekly work. The course will be graded based on discussions, peer reviews, essays, revisions, and tests.
This document provides information about the ENG160-10 Composition I course for the fall 2012 semester. Key details include:
- The course will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:25-10:40 am in LC 110.
- Required texts and materials are listed.
- The course focuses on developing writing, reading, and research skills.
- Students will write 4 essays of 3-4 pages each and complete other assignments.
- Attendance is required and excessive absences will impact grades.
- Students must submit a final portfolio to pass the course.
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This document provides an overview of an English 101 course, including student learning outcomes, contact information for the instructor, grading policies, major assignments, and homework requirements. Students will develop critical reading, thinking, and research skills through four multi-draft essays, a midterm exam, and a final project presentation. Assignments are due on specified dates throughout the semester and grades will be based on a percentage scale. The instructor provides resources and encourages students to schedule appointments or office hours for any writing assistance.
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This document provides information about an English composition course at Monroe County Community College during the winter semester of 2016. The course will focus on research writing and completing a research paper. It will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30-10:50 am in room 229. Required texts include "They Say/I Say" and novels Hamlet, Maus, and optionally All the Light We Cannot See. Students will learn research strategies, proper documentation, and composition skills to complete a capstone research project. The grading breakdown and course schedule are also outlined.
This document is a syllabus for an English 102 college writing course. It outlines the course goals, learning outcomes, assignments, grading policies, and expectations. The main goals of the course are to improve students' skills in persuasive and expository writing for various audiences, purposes, and genres. Students will focus on community awareness and thinking rhetorically about interactions in their environment. Major assignments include essays analyzing a sense of place and a community issue, as well as a public service announcement. The syllabus provides details on class structure, participation expectations, assignments, grading scale, academic honesty policies, and instructor contact information.
This document provides the syllabus for an English 102 course titled "Writing and Rhetoric" taught in fall 2021. The course will be taught on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30-10:20pm by Professor Michael Decker. Students will analyze assigned texts using rhetorical concepts and complete writing assignments that demonstrate critical thinking, research, and revision skills. Major assignments include analyzing texts through various lenses and completing a researched portfolio. Required materials include the textbook "Becoming Rhetorical" and sections from "The Norton Field Guide to Writing" each week. The syllabus outlines attendance policies, technology rules, academic honesty, and campus resources available to students.
This document outlines the details of the Composition I course, including:
1) Course meeting times and locations for the three sections
2) Required textbooks and materials
3) An overview of the course objectives to develop students' writing abilities
4) Requirements including four essays, in-class writings, and a final portfolio
5) Attendance policy stating that more than three absences will result in an automatic failing grade
This document provides information about an ENG160 Composition I course offered in fall 2012, including:
1) Course meeting times and locations for the three sections.
2) Contact information for the instructor, Prof. Rigolino, and a list of required texts.
3) An overview of the course objectives, writing requirements, grading breakdown, attendance policy, and portfolio requirements. Students must complete all assignments to pass the course.
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I. GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION
Course Number:
ENGL 1204
Course Title:
English Composition I
Course Description:
An approach to purposeful writing stressing self-expression through written communication by logical presentation of ideas with emphasis on content, organization, and mechanics.
II. CLASSROOM POLICY
Students and faculty of Barton Community College constitute a special community engaged in the process of education. The college assumes that its students and faculty will demonstrate a code of personal honor that is based upon courtesy, integrity, common sense, and respect for others both within and outside the classroom.
The college reserves the right to suspend a student for conduct that is detrimental to the college’s educational endeavors as outlined in the college catalog.
Plagiarism on any academic endeavors at Barton Community College will not be tolerated. Learn the rules of, and avoid instances of, intentional or unintentional plagiarism.
Anyone seeking an accommodation under provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act should notify Student Support Services.
III. COURSE AS VIEWED IN THE TOTAL CURRICULUM
English Composition I is an approved general education course at Barton Community College, which can be used to fulfill degree requirements as a fundamental course acceptable as general education credit towards any degree (A.A., A.S., A.G.S., or A.A.S degree).
This course transfers well and may be used to help fulfill credit and course requirements for general education at most if not all Kansas Regents’ institutions. General education requirements vary among institutions, and perhaps even among departments, colleges or programs within an institution. Also, these requirements may change from time to time and without notification. The students shall assume the responsibility to obtain relevant information from intended transfer institutions during their tenure at Barton County Community College to ensure that they enroll in the most appropriate set of courses for the transfer program. Most will not accept this course unless the student earns a C or better. Transfer equivalencies are located online at this website:
http://www.bartonccc.edu/transfer
The learning outcomes and competencies detailed in this syllabus meet, or exceed the learning outcomes and competencies specified by the Kansas Core Outcomes Project for this course, as sanctioned by the Kansas Board of Regents.
IV. ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING / COURSE OUTCOMES and
V. COURSE COMPETENCIES
Barton Community College assesses student learning at several levels: institutional, program, degree and classroom. The goal of these assessment activities is to improve student learning. As a student in this course, you will participate in various assessment activities. Results of thes.
This document provides information about the ENG160 Composition I course for fall 2012, including:
- Three section meeting times and locations.
- Required texts and materials.
- Course description and objectives focused on developing writing, thinking, and research skills.
- Assignments including four essays, journals, quizzes and a final portfolio.
- Grading breakdown, attendance policy, and procedures for submitting assignments and revisions.
This document provides information about the ENG160 Composition I course for the fall 2012 semester. It outlines the course sections, times, instructor contact information, required texts, course description and objectives. It also details the writing requirements, assignments, policies on attendance and plagiarism, and a tentative schedule. Students will complete 4 essays, journals, and a final portfolio to demonstrate their progress in developing writing skills.
This document outlines the details of the Composition I course, including:
- The course sections, times, locations, and instructor information.
- The required texts and a brief course description focusing on developing writing skills like critical reading, different writing styles, and the writing process.
- The grading breakdown, attendance policy, and portfolio requirements for passing the course.
- Writing assignment details, revision policies, and the academic integrity and disability accommodation policies.
Composition II SyllabusDallas College North Lake CampusLynellBull52
Composition II Syllabus
Dallas College North Lake Campus
Contacting Your Instructor
Instructors typically respond to emails from students within 24 hours. However, over the weekend and holiday periods responses may be delayed. Find out more about contacting your instructor.
Instructor Contact Information
Name: Jared Westover
Email: [email protected]
Office Phone: 972-273-3487
Office Location: A-213
Office Hours: Online and by appointment
Division Office and Phone: Liberal Art Division- 972-273-3480
Course Information
Course Title: Composition II
Course Number: ENGL 1302
Section Number: 72002
Semester/Year: Fall 2020
Credit Hours: 3
Class Meeting Time/Location: Online
Certification Date: 02/1/2021
Last Day to Withdraw: 04/15/2021
Course Prerequisites
ENGL-1301
Course Description
Intensive study of and practice in the strategies and techniques for developing research-based expository and persuasive texts. Emphasis on effective and ethical rhetorical inquiry, including primary and secondary research methods; critical reading of verbal, visual, and multimedia texts; systematic evaluation, synthesis, and documentation of information sources; and critical thinking about evidence and conclusions. (3 Lec.)Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of individual and collaborative research processes.
2. Develop ideas and synthesize primary and secondary sources within focused academic arguments, including one or more research-based essays.
3. Analyze, interpret, and evaluate a variety of texts for the ethical and logical uses of evidence.
4. Write in a style that clearly communicates meaning, builds credibility, and inspires belief or action.
5. Apply the conventions of style manuals for specific academic disciplines (e.g., APA, CMS, MLA, etc.)
Texas Core Objectives
The College defines essential knowledge and skills that students need to develop during their college experience. These general education competencies parallel the Texas Core Objectives for Student Learning. In this course, the activities you engage in will give you the opportunity to practice two or more of the following core competencies:
1. Critical Thinking Skills - to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information
2. Communication Skills - to include effective development, interpretation, and expression of ideas through written, oral, and visual communication
3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills - to include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions
4. Teamwork - to include the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal
5. Personal Responsibility - to include the ability to connect choices, actions, and consequences to ethical decision-making
6. Social Responsibility - to include intercultural competence, knowledge of civic respo ...
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This document is the syllabus for an English 102 college writing course taught online during the summer of 2017. The instructor is Shannon Dryden and the course focuses on community awareness, critical thinking about one's environment and place within it, and effective written communication. Over the course of the semester, students will complete four major assignments exploring these themes, including an essay on sense of place, an annotated bibliography, a research-based response essay, and a public service announcement. Students will also participate in weekly discussion boards, maintain a writing journal, and provide peer reviews of classmates' work. The goal is for students to improve their skills in persuasive and expository writing across disciplines and beyond college.
This document provides the syllabus for an online graduate course on leadership and team development offered at Amberton University. The course will be taught from September to November 2014. It lists the instructor's contact information and office hours. Required textbooks and materials are specified. Course competencies are outlined, along with assignments used to demonstrate mastery of each competency. Course policies on plagiarism, written assignments, late work, and academic resources are provided. The grading criteria and assignments - including a research paper, case study, quizzes, and oral presentation - are described in detail. The course will be delivered through online lectures and discussions. A weekly course outline with assigned readings and due dates is included.
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A person who helps another person with their work.
Audience: The intended readers or listeners of a piece of writing or speech.
Bibliography: An alphabetical list of sources cited in a work.
Citation: A reference within a text to a published or unpublished source.
Conclusion: The final part of an essay that summarizes the main points and restates the thesis.
Database: An organized collection of electronic information that can be searched.
Documentation: The in-text citations and bibliographic entries that credit sources used.
Draft: A preliminary version of a piece of writing that is still being worked on.
Edit: To refine and improve a piece of writing by revising content and correcting
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1. Karen Graziano, The Legal Profession Syllabus, 1-Credit Course Page 1 of 6
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES
THE LEGAL PROFESSION
KAREN GRAZIANO, J.D.
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Number and Section: ASPD2002-001
Course Meeting Time: 11:30am-12:45pm
Location: Tolentine 317
Office Hours: By Appointment
E-mail Address: karen.graziano@villanova.edu
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces students to areas of law and legal paths available in firms, organizations, corporations,
non-profits, and government agencies through the use of the LexisNexis database, professional research
sources, readings, and informational interviews. Students will learn what it means to “think like a lawyer” as
they are introduced to hallmarks of the legal profession, including analysis and synthesis of legal issues and legal
writing. Through the coursework, students will gain a clear understanding of the role of a lawyer. They will learn
essential skills to understand and maneuver successfully through the law school application process by reading
and critiquing examples of recommendation letters, personal statements, and other required elements. They
will prepare for the process by drafting a personal statement and other essential pieces of the application
process, including a law-related resume and addendums. The skills necessary to help bridge the gap between
college and law school will be addressed to enable students to transition well to the challenges of law school.
COURSE LEARNING GOALS AND OUTCOMES
Gain an understanding of different legal work environments: law firms, legal non-profits, organizations,
corporations, and government agencies.
Learn how to use LexisNexis to conduct professional research.
Develop your ability to target your writing for law admissions, including learning how to write persuasive
personal statements and letters to recommenders.
Understand and practice writing as a process that includes prewriting, drafting, writing, rewriting, and editing.
Become knowledgeable about the legal profession by interviewing legal professionals and law students.
Learn skills to assist in the transition from college to law school.
Understand the law school environment and culture.
Understand the law school application process.
WRITING & READING ASSIGNMENTS
You will write several memos, an informational interview, a personal statement, a letter to a recommender, a
final project, and two PowerPoints.
You will submit background research as well as your brainstorming, outline, and edits.
This class includes regular reading assignments such as legal journal articles and books.
A student’s work must be original. A student’s work must be completed for and during this course. Written work
completed outside of the course and submitted for this course is unacceptable. (See Academic Dishonesty)
TEACHING METHODOLOGIES
Methodologies include discussions, brainstorming/freewriting, writing, researching, individual conferences,
small group activities, peer evaluation, exercises, writing workshops, journal writing, and/or individual and
group presentations.
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
Each class requires student participation. Students are expected to lead class discussion.
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ATTENDANCE POLICY
Students are expected to attend every class and to be punctual. Attendance will be taken in each class.
If a student misses any class time, he or she must notify the instructor and make up any missed work.
If a student encounters an emergency situation or must miss class for an extended period of time, he or she
should contact the instructor immediately.
Students are expected to attend and participate actively in each class.
Because of the extensive feedback generated in the in-class workshops, attendance is vital to a student’s
success.
Frequent, unexplained absences and tardiness will significantly affect the final grade. Any student who is absent
must contact the instructor to arrange make-up work at the instructor’s discretion.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Villanova University makes reasonable academic accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Services for students with physical disabilities are provided by stephen.mcwilliams@villanova.edu.
The Learning Support Services office coordinates and provides services for students with disabilities that impact
learning.
Students seeking accommodations for learning disabilities must first register with the Learning Support Office by
contacting 610-519-5636 or at nancy.mott@villanova.edu as soon as possible. Registration is required to receive
accommodations.
Please contact me after class or during office hours to discuss accommodations.
LATE PAPER POLICY & MAKEUP POLICY
Assignments are due at the beginning of the class period.
Late papers will be downgraded up to one letter grade per class period.
Any change in this policy must be arranged before the assignment due date.
If a student is absent when an assignment is due, he or she must email the assignment to meet the deadline.
The student must bring a hard copy of the assignment to the next class.
If a student misses any class time, he or she must make up the work. It is the responsibility of the student to
inquire about missed work.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY & UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR: STUDENT ACCOUNTABILITY
Submitting words or ideas of another without citing or attributing them to their author possibly constitutes
plagiarism. Plagiarized papers will receive a failing grade, and an individual submitting plagiarized work as his or
her own work will be subject to Villanova’s plagiarism policy. Further consequences include the possibility of
failing the course and/or further disciplinary action.
Submitting work completed outside of this course will result in a failing grade.
Students can use computers in class only when the professor specifically requires them to complete in-class
assignments.
Class disruptions impede upon students’ ability to perform course goals successfully; therefore, if a student
disrupts class, he or she will be dismissed from class. The student will receive a zero for the class period that will
be calculated into his or her participation grade and final grade in the course. The student will be required to
complete a make-up assignment for the missed class and must contact the professor before returning to the
next class. Class disruptions may include talking, making phone calls, and text-messaging.
Cell phones must be turned off while in class.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMITTED PAPERS
For each assignment, you will be required to submit the assignment either online through Blackboard or in class.
You will be advised which method to use to submit your assignments.
For rewrites submitted in class, you must submit your essays in a two-pocket folder with your name printed
clearly in the upper right corner of the front cover.
Use Times New Roman 11 pt. and identify the Word Count at the bottom of the page.
Number your pages in the header as follows (in the right-hand corner): Name, The Legal Profession, Section …,
Draft 1, Page 1 of 2.
You must indicate if the essay is Draft 1 or Rewrite 1.
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You must submit all brainstorming and edits with each paper.
You must include your name and the essay number on every page of your essay.
Your grade will be lowered if you do not submit papers following the above requirements.
You must keep a copy of all work submitted.
Papers will be submitted in class and through Blackboard.
REQUIRED TEXTS & COURSE MATERIALS
1. A Grammar Text -- Hacker, Diana. A Writer’s Reference. 4th
Edition. Boston: Bedford Books of St. Martin’s Press,
1999. OR Easy Writer: Pocket Guide, Lunsford, 3rd
Edition, 2006.
2. Stropus, Ruta K. and Taylor, Charlotte D. Bridging the Gap Between College and Law School: Strategies for
Success. Durham, NC: Carolina Academic Press, 2nd
Edition, 2009.
3. Miller, Robert H. Law School Confidential: A Complete Guide to the Law School Experience: By Students, For
Students. New York, NY: St. Martin’s Press, 3rd
Edition, 2011.
4. Moliterno, James E. and Lederer, Fredric Ira. An Introduction to Law, Law Study, and the Lawyer’s Role. Durham,
NC: Carolina Academic Press, 3rd
Edition, 2010.
5. Legal Journal Articles & News Articles – Available on the Lexis Database.
6. A good dictionary, e.g. Webster’s New Collegiate Dictionary.
7. Several two-pocket folders to submit essays.
8. A binder or folder to hold all writing and articles read during the course.
9. A ream of paper to print out articles from Blackboard or from Lexis.
10. A Flash Drive. (You are required to use a Flash Drive for presentations.)
EVALUATION PROCEDURE
The writing assignments will account for 85% of your final grade. The remainder of your final grade is based on your
active and consistent participation. Full & Complete Participation in ALL assignments, daily and long-term, is a significant
criterion in arriving at a final grade. To arrive at a final grade, the following will be weighted as shown:
85% Graded Writing Assignments & Presentations 15% Active & Consistent Participation
30% Memos on Project; Informational Interviews Clear Evidence of Completed Reading
30% Final Project on an Area of Law & Professional Positions Personal Statement/Recommendation
20% Presentation on an Area of Law & Professional Positions Discussions
5% Final Evaluation Memo
Note: The weighting criterion may change based on the students’ needs in this course and on revised strategies to better
meet course objectives.
BALLPARK PAPER-GRADING STANDARDS:
***WARNING: The Assignment Due Dates are provisional. Definite dates will be announced in class and/or distributed
over email or on the Blackboard Calendar. Also, the instructor reserves the right to make adjustments in this course to
better meet the needs of the students. GRADING CHART: A = 94-100; A- = 90-93; B+ = 87-89; B = 83-86; B- = 80-82; C+ =
77-79; C = 73-76; C- = 70-72; D+ = 67-69; D = 63-66; D- = 60-62; F = < 60
COURSE SCHEDULE:
CLASS #1: August 28th
Introduction: “Thinking Like a Lawyer” and Investigating the Legal Profession
Topic: What is “thinking like a lawyer”?
Areas of Law
Legal Profession Research Project Introduction
Personal Statement: Brainstorming
Assignments: Readings – Due Class #2
Law School Confidential: Part One, xix-116
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An Introduction to Law, Law Study, and the Lawyer’s Role: Chapter 1: The Beginnings (pages 3-11), Chapter
2: The Profession (pages 13-33), Chapter 7: Law Library Survival (pages 141-146)
Assignments: Background – Due Class #2
Complete the Introduction
Complete the Brainstorming Exercise
List of Questions: About Law School & Employment
CLASS #2: September 4
Legal and Professional Research: An Introduction to LexisNexis
Learn how to use LexisNexis & Research an Area of Law
Select an Area of Law to Conduct Professional Research
Research Professions using Library and Career Center databases
The Law School Application Process: Understanding the Application Process, Role of LSAC, and Culture of Law
School & Evaluating Writing
Explain the Application Process and the role of LSAC and the LSAT
Evaluate Examples of Personal Statements and Recommendation Letters
Brainstorming Exercise for Writing Letters to Recommenders and Personal Statement
Assignments: Readings: Due Class #3
Law School Confidential: Part Two, 117-250
Legal Profession Articles – On Blackboard
Assignments: Professional Research: Due Class #3
Legal Profession Research Project: Part 1: Select an Area of Law To Research
Legal Profession Research Project: Part 2: Select three current issues in that Area of Law, Describe the issues
in a Memo, and identify the key players (Agencies, Organizations, Corporations, Nonprofits, and Law Firms)
Brainstorming for your Personal Statement and Letters to Recommenders
CLASS #3: September 11
Working in the Legal Profession - Guest Speaker
Learn about the legal profession from a Judge’s perspective
Gain insight about legal writing and research skills
Assignments: Readings: Due Class #4
Law School Confidential: Part Three, 251-356
Assignments: Professional Research: Due Class #4
Legal Profession Research Project: Part 3: Identify three internships and three full-time positions that relate
to that area of Law – Include the job descriptions.
Legal Profession Research Project: Part 4: Identify 2 Attorneys to Interview – use GoNova, personal
networks, and/or legal journal articles to identify attorneys.
Interview a law student about his/her experience.
***SPECIAL LEGAL EVENT: Mock Admissions: September 12 – 5:00pm-6:00pm
CLASS #4: September 18
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Day in the Life of an Attorney
Learn about the Work of an Attorney
Law School Application Process: Mock Admission Panel
Conduct a Mock Admission Panel – Evaluate Examples of Applicants
Assignments: Readings: Due Class #5
Law School Confidential: Part Four, 357-403
Bridging the Gap Between College and Law School: Strategies for Success, Chapter 1: The Law School
Experience
Assignments: Law School Application: Due Before Fall Break!
1st
Draft Personal Statement
1st
Draft Letter to Recommender
Assignments: Law School Application: Due Class #6 (After Fall Break)
Take-Home Evaluation: Complete in a Memo
****SPECIAL LEGAL EVENT: Pepper Hamilton Site Visit – 3:30pm-7:30pm
CLASS #5: September 25
Legal Employment
Learn about Trends and Opportunities in Legal Employment from a Law School Career Director
CLASS #6: October 2
Law School Application Process: Evaluating Law Schools
Evaluate Law Schools
Understand use of Addenda
Write an Effective Resume for Law School
Communicate Effectively with Law Schools
Assignments: Readings: Due Class #7
Legal Profession Research Project: Part 5: Complete 2 Interviews
Discussions
Lead the discussion in the one of the following chapters:
o Chorowsky, Jack. Thinking Like a Lawyer. Volume 80, University of Detroit Mercy Law Review, page
43, Summer 2003. (80 U. Det. Mercy L. Rev 43) & Wegner, Judith. 2003 AALS Annual Meeting
Discussion: Better Writing, Better Thinking: Thinking Like a Lawyer, The Journal of the Legal Writing
Institute, Volume 10, Page 9, 2004. (10 Legal Writing 9)
o An Introduction to Law, Law Study, and the Lawyer’s Role:
Chapter 3: The Nature of Law
Chapter 4: Law as a Literary Profession
Chapter 5: Common Law Development and the Classroom Experience
Chapter 6: A Return to Judicial Interpretation
Chapter 8: Client Service
Chapter 9: Law School
o Bridging the Gap Between College and Law School: Strategies for Success:
Chapter 2: Learning to Read and Brief Law School Cases
Chapter 3: Effective Notetaking in Law School
Chapter 4: Putting It Together, Part One: Synthesis
Chapter 5: Putting It Together, Part Two: The Role of the Law School Outline
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Chapter 6: Putting It Together, Part Three: Flowcharting
Chapter 7: Law School Examinations
Chapter 8: Tips on Exam Preparation
Chapter 9: Time Management
Chapter 10: Additional Strategies for Success
Chapter 11: Bridging the Gap as a 2L or 3L: What Else Can I Expect in Law School?
Chapter 12: The Importance of Gaining Legal Experience
***MIDTERMS – WEEK OF October 8th – No Class
***FALL BREAK – Week of October 15th – No Class
CLASS #7: October 23
Professionalism & Legal Careers: How to Make the Most of Your Legal Education - Presentation
Learn how to position yourself successfully in law school
Learn how to manage your financial debt to ensure future satisfaction
Assignments: Project
Work on Legal Profession Research Project: Part 6: (See Week 8)
2nd
Draft Personal Statement
2nd
Draft Letter to Recommender
Assignments: Due Class #8
Legal Profession Presentation
Legal Profession Research Project: Part 6: Write a final memo describing the area of law, issues in that area,
and professional positions that relate (within government agencies, law firms, organizations, and nonprofits)
o Include the following: Interviews of Lawyers and Legal Professionals, Information about the Current
Legal Issues Encountered in their office/organization, and Descriptions of Internships, Entry Level
Positions, and more Senior Level Positions. Answer the questions: What does a legal professional do
in that area of law in that organization/firm/agency? What specific Legal Issues does the legal
professional work on? Explain the legal issues.
CLASS #8: October 30
The Legal Profession: Transitioning from College to Law School
Assignments: Due Class #9
An Introduction to Law, Law Study, and the Lawyer’s Role: Chapter 10: The Interrelationship Between Law
School and Law Practice
CLASS #9: November 6
Presentations – Present Research about Specific Legal Environments within an Area of Law and Interviews with
Legal Professionals
PowerPoint Presentations
FINAL ASSIGNMENT:
Final Assignment Due – Submit on Blackboard
Professional Development Assignment: Attend 2 Professional Development Events & Write a Response- Submit
on Blackboard
Evaluation Memo of your Work in the Course