English 102

 

First Instructor	Assistant Professor, Dr. Joel Peckham—Ph.D. in English with a Dissertation on American Literature from The University of Nebraska, Lincoln, 1999
Office Location	Old Capitol Building 109
Office Hours	M-F  8:30-9am,  M,T,TH,F 11-1,  M-F 2-3,  TTH 8-8:30pm
Office Phone Number	(478) 445-7137
Email Address	[email protected]
Homepage	http://www.geocities.com/joelpeckham

 

 

Second Instructor	Assistant Professor, Mrs. Isaac – M.A. in English with a Creative Writing Thesis from East Tennessee State University, 1993
Office Location	Old Capitol Building 112
Office Hours	M-F  9:00-9:50; 12:00-12:50; 2:00-2:30
Office Phone Number	(478) 445-1469
Email Address	[email protected]
Homepage	http://launchpad.gmc.cc.ga.us/humanities/isaac

 

English 102	Composition II
Prerequisite	Satisfactory score on the English 101 CLEP or “C” or better in English 101
Quarter Hours	5
Final Exam Time

 

Course Description: English 102 is a continuation of English 101, and thus it is primarily a class in composition; in addition, there will be instruction using a library to write a research paper and instruction in the reading and discussing of literature.  A student must pass the Graduation Writing Competency Exit Exam (GWCEE) given at the end of this class (or at some later date) in order to graduate.

 

Student Learning Objectives: By the end of the quarter, students will be able to demonstrate the ability:

(1)   to discuss literary works orally;

(2)   to write critical essays involving the elements of interpretation, technical analysis, and evaluation;

(3)   to use a library to do research;

(4)   to prepare an outline and write a short research paper, which is documented in the MLA style and uses at least one source from the Internet (also, if practicable the paper should be typed on a computer);

(5)   to define literary terminology;

(6)   to read a “classic” novel (optional-if required by the teacher).

 

 

 

 

Course Content: 

A.     Reviewing, on an as needed basis, grammar, punctuation, and the elements of good writing;

B.     Writing two to three short literary (or non-literary papers or a combination of literary and non-literary paper);

C.    Reading and analyzing literature in various genres (poetry, short stories, drama, and novels [optional]);

D.    Write a short documented paper, using the MLA (minimum 20% of student’s final grade);

E.     Make an oral report (optional and may count as one paper grade);

F.     Completing other assignments as directed by the instructor.

 

Course Materials:

Two Required Textbooks:

Harris, Muriel. Prentice Hall Reference Guide to Grammar and Usage. Upper Saddle

River, NJ: Prentice Hall, 2003.

Kirszner, Laurie G. and Stephen R. Mandell. Literature: Reading, Reacting, and

Writing. Portable Ed. USA:  Thomson Heinle, 2001.

 

Other Materials:

Writing instruments (blue or black pens and/or pencils)

College Rule Notebook Paper AND a 70 pg. spiral notebook or composition book

3 ½” Floppy Disk with label for your Research Paper

Money for Photocopying your Research Sources

Set up your password to use GMC’s computer lab

 

Methodologies of Instruction and Learning/Assessment:

A.       Instruction Methodology :

Assignment	Description of Assignment	Grading of Assignment
Written Competency Exam This exam will fulfill your written competency requirement. (You will be able to use your style guide, a dictionary, and a Thesaurus.  This will be a standard five-paragraph essay.)	This is a timed essay written on a topic that will be given to you on that day. You will be able to take two days to complete the assignment, but no longer than that.	Each Essay is graded using the Written Competency Evaluation Form. I will show the students this form when we discuss taking the exam.
Poetry Analysis Paper – As a class we will read and discuss poems, and you will have practice exercises.	A one-page analysis of a poem that the student chooses.	Major Errors – 10 pts. Minor Errors – 5 pts.
Ethics Paper – As a class we will read and discuss a play, and you will have group exercises.	A two-page analysis of an ethics in a play that we read and discuss in class.	Major Errors – 10 pts. Minor Errors – 5 pts.

 

Writer’s Journal (Your journal is kept in the spiral notebook, and you should ALWAYS bring it with you.)	You will write paragraph responses to stories, poetry, and drama. Sometimes the topics will be assigned by the instructor.	You will write 25 paragraphs worth 2 points each. The notebook will be collected once every two weeks.
Res. Paper  Progress— We will choose topics and begin research for the research paper	You will complete your research for the research paper, hand in a works cited page, and write the first paragraph by mid-term	5 points for completed works cited page 10 points for photocopied sources 10 points for completed thesis and 1st paragraph
Outline for Research Paper – In Class Practice	A one-page, typed Formal Outline for your Research Paper	-5 pts. for every inaccuracy in content and format
Research Paper – For the research paper you are asked to focus on a literary work through the lens of a particular literary approach. For this essay you must develop your own thesis question and support it using both textual evidence and research (at least 5 sources, only one from the internet).	A 4-5 page, typed Documented Research Paper written in MLA Format with an MLA Works Cited Page.	Content, grammar, punctuation, and style errors are (-5 pts.) and Each MLA error is (-10 pts.)
Resources for Res. Paper You will have a day of instruction at the library on how to find sources, and then you will locate your sources outside of class. (I will not accept a research paper without the sources attached!)	You will attach a copy of all sources used in your research paper. I will NOT accept original materials. Every quote or paraphrase that you use must be highlighted.	You will receive 10 points if you have photocopied the pages of all sources used and if you have highlighted the passages that you cited or paraphrased. For each source not included and highlighted, it is (- 2 pts.)
Midterm – Literary Terminology will be learned through: Group Activities, Individual Exercises, and by Question and Answer Sessions.	There could be multiple choice, true and false, matching and essay questions over the short stories read and the terminology learned.	The test is worth 125points. The test will be labeled as to how many points each question is worth.
Fiction / Drama Test – Literary Terminology will be learned through: Group Activities, Individual Exercises, and by Question and Answer Sessions.	There could be multiple choice, true and false, matching and essay questions over the poems and plays read and the terminology learned. There are NO make-ups for the final so do not miss this exam.	The test is worth 125 points. The test will be labeled as to how many points each question is worth.

 

B.        Assessing Your Grade: Students’ grades will be determined by tests and completed writing assignments.  Compositions will count 60%, research paper will count 20%, and tests and other assignments will count 20%.

 

Your Grade               Total Possible Points        Assignment

 

To be Graded by Dr. Joel Peckham

 

           

                                    150                                         Poetry Analysis Paper

                                    150                                         Ethics Paper on Drama

                                    50                                            Writer’s Journal

                                    25                                            Research Progress Check

                                    125                                         Midterm

 

 

To Be Graded by Mrs. Susan Isaac

 

                                    150                                         Written Competency / Final Exam

                                    150                                         Literary Criticism Research Paper

                                    15                                            Outline for Research Paper

                                    10                                            Resources for Research Paper     

                                    125                                         Fiction / Drama Test

                                    50                                            Writer’s Journal        

 

Add your scores

                                    For Grade See Chart Below

 

Grade Calculation Chart

GMC Grade Distribution	Letter Grade	Mrs. Isaac’s Grading Scale (Add your total points earned to find your grade)
90-100	A	900-1000
80-89	B	800-899
70-79	C	700-799
65-69	D	650-699
64 and below	F	649 and below

 

Any grade review must be initiated with the faculty member, division chair, or assistant dean within thirty days of the end of the grading period in which the grade was reported.

 

Students with Disabilities:

Students with disabilities for which accommodations may be required must notify the instructor during the first week of class if they wish to benefit from any accommodations.  Arrangements for accommodations are made through the Disabilities Officer in Student Personal Services.

 

Administrative Procedures: 

A.     Completion of the drop/add process and the withdrawal process is the responsibility of the student. Remember, if you drop after the drop/add period, then you will be billed for the class.

B.     Students are expected to attend all classes! Regardless of the circumstances, students who miss (5 days of for a 5 hour, 5 day class; 4 days for a 5 hour, 4 day class; and 2 days for a 5 hour, 2 night class) will be dropped from the class with a “W” or “WF” or “F” depending on whether or not the absences would be excused or unexcused. If you have an emergency that causes you to miss these days, then it is up to you to make sure that I am notified, so that I won’t drop you with a “WF”.

C.    Students are expected to be on time to class. Three times late to class will result in one absence. If you come into the classroom, after five minutes, then you are considered tardy. If chronic tardiness occurs, then I will have a conference with the student.

D.    I do not allow makeup work for exercises, tests, or papers without written documentation. If you know you won’t be in class when an assignment is due or when a test will be given, then see me ahead of time, and I will try to accommodate you. However, No FINAL EXAMS will be given early without permission of the Dean.

E.     A student who is caught plagiarizing or cheating will receive a zero on their work and a conference. All students involved in a cheating or plagiarizing incident will receive a zero. Every student should cover and protect their work. If a student is caught cheating more than once, then the student will receive an “F” for the course and will be required to meet with the Departmental Chair and/or the Dean. There is also a possibility that the case could go before the Honor Council.

 

Ethics:

GMC emphasizes character and ethical behavior in all aspects of the curriculum.  During the quarter, ethical issues/dilemmas will be discussed as they pertain to ENG 102.  The students will write an ethical paper discussing a situation in a play that they have read in class.

 

GMC HONOR CODE:

Since the primary goal of education is to increase one’s own knowledge, academic dishonesty will not be tolerated at GMC.  Students and faculty are expected to abide by the GMC Honor Code:  I will neither lie, cheat, steal, nor tolerate those who do.

 

Behavioral Policy:     WELCOME TO THE COLLEGE CLASSROOM!

It is my job as the instructor to make sure that the class you are attending runs smoothly and is an environment conducive to learning. I expect all my students to behave as ladies and gentlemen. I expect all students to have a proper respect for not only me, but for their fellow students. If you like to be the center or attention, then you can do so somewhere else.

 

CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR FOR GMC and MRS. ISAAC:

Appropriate Posture:        Do not slouch, put your feet on the furniture, or lay your head down on your desk. If you are ill, then you need to see the nurse. Also, do not lean back in the chairs.

 

NO Eating and Drinking:  There will not be any eating and drinking in the classroom. It is disruptive. Please plan your schedule to allow yourself time to eat.

 

NO Sleeping in Class:       Do not fall asleep in class or put your head down in class. It is disruptive and embarrassing for me as well as for you. If you are afraid of falling asleep, then stand up.

 

Proper Attire:           Please come to class wearing appropriate attire. I do NOT allow hats or any type of headgear to be worn in class. They obstruct the view of other students, and I cannot see your face. This includes ball caps. Also, do not wear sunglasses in class without a formal explanation and a note from a doctor as to why you have to wear sunglasses indoors. (NOTHING SHOULD BE ON YOUR HEAD BUT HAIR!)

 

Electronic Devices:           Turn off all electronic devices. I will not have cell phones ringing in class, or math calculators being used.

 

Leaving Class:                    You are never to get up and walk out of my class without talking to me before class starts. You cannot get up and go to the bathroom during class. Please take care of all your bodily needs before class starts. If you are suddenly ill, then that is another matter.

 

Disruptions in Class:        I will not tolerate any behavior that disrupts the flow of class. I find any interruption of my lectures or students’ speeches rude and disrespectful. This includes raising your hand to ask inappropriate questions or irrelevant questions. If you feel the need to ask a question that only pertains to yourself, then please wait until class is over to ask me that question.

 

Consequences:      If I have to correct you on any of these behavioral problems, then I will automatically take ten points off of your FINAL grade for every offense committed. If the President, Dean, or another Faculty Member corrects your behavior while you are in my class, then it is twenty points off your final grade. If you seem to be a problem, then I will talk to you myself outside of class. If this does not work, then we will schedule a meeting with my departmental chair and possibly the Dean. Please be aware that you can be removed from my class for causing excessive behavioral problems.