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Composition I English 101 A (EG 101A) Spring 2020 Course Days/Time: Instructor: Office Hours:

Course Location: Email: Office Location:

Course Description. Composition I is designed to help students strengthen their writing, reading, discussion, and critical thinking skills through an intensive introduction to rhetoric-- the art of communicating effectively. The course also provides students with introductions to library research for academic purposes, as well as the roles and responsibilities of being a successful student at Emporia State University. Student Learning Outcomes. Upon completion of EG 101, students will: 1. Apply key rhetorical concepts purposefully through analyzing and composing a variety of texts. 2. Create texts that respond to a variety of rhetorical situations (e.g., purpose, audience, author, context, genre, medium). 3. Analyze the effectiveness of texts by the use of rhetorical appeals ( ethos, pathos, logos, kairos). 4. Locate and evaluate primary and secondary research materials. 5. Integrate their own ideas effectively and ethically with those from rhetorically appropriate sources with appropriate citation conventions. 6. Apply revision strategies on all major written texts. 7. Critique their own and others’ process and development as a writer. 8. Apply the conventions of standard edited American English. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement. Emporia State University supports an inclusive learning environment where diversity and individual differences are understood, respected, appreciated, and recognized as a source of strength. We expect that students and faculty at Emporia State will respect differences and demonstrate diligence in understanding how other people’s identities, perspectives, behaviors, and worldviews may be different from their own. If there are aspects of this course that result in barriers to your inclusion or the inclusion of those around you, communicate immediately with your instructor. In the event you are not comfortable having a conversation with your instructor, contact your academic advisor, the Director of Composition (Dr. Kat O’Meara [email protected]), the Chair of the Department (Dr. Kevin Rabas [email protected]), the Dean of your School or College, the Dean of Students, or the Chief Diversity Officer at ESU.

Composition Program Values Statement. You belong here. So do your classmates. Debate, critical inquiry, and intellectual diversity are essential elements to higher education and the process of learning. You are expected to demonstrate the utmost courtesy for your peers, who may have differing arguments, viewpoints, worldviews, and/or experiences.

General Education Program Goal 1a. Acquire proficiency in core skills necessary for academic success; demonstrate effective communication skills in writing. Composition Program Mission Statement:

Fostering a rhetorical foundation for student success.

Composition Program Vision Statement:

Preparing ESU students for a lifetime of learning and success through the development of transferable skills in critical writing, reading, and thinking.

Emporia State University Mission Statement:

Preparing students for lifelong learning, rewarding careers, and adaptive leadership.

Emporia State University Vision Statement:

Changing lives for the common good.

EG 101 Course Competencies. Students in EG 101 can expect to encounter: ●

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Acclimating to writing for the academy ○ Critical reading ○ Annotations, active reading ○ Time management ○ Professional writing/ communication Focus on rhetorical situation (purpose, audience, context) ○ Student as writer and rhetorician ○ Discourse communities The writing process (invention, recursive, multiple drafts, feedback, revision, etc.) Rhetorical devices (ethos, pathos, logos, kairos) Practice in formal writing workshops (e.g., peer review/response): reading and commenting on peers’ paper drafts Intro to persuasion and persuasive writing Accessing and analyzing multimodal texts (email, Canvas, podcasts, blogs, etc.) Intro to writing across the curriculum/writing in the disciplines (WAC/WID) Introduction to genres and genre analysis Logical fallacies Introduction to scholarly research and citation/attribution ○ Finding and evaluating scholarly sources ○ Quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing from sources ○ Composing in-text and end citations Metacognition: Regular reflection after every major writing project and in the final portfolio

Required Materials Textbook. Composing the Self: Composition I at Emporia State University (3rd Ed.). Fountainhead Press, 2019.

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Word processing for writing activities (Microsoft Word or Google Docs preferred) Daily access to ESU email Access to printing for in-class work purposes Folder specifically for this course, notebook, and writing utensils

Communication with Your Composition Instructor. Your instructor’s office hours are listed above. If you are having trouble with a project, concept, or your college experience in general, please come by and talk with your instructor. If you cannot attend during office hours, email your instructor or chat with them before or after class to schedule an appointment. Many instructors are also available online (e.g., via Zoom, Skype, or Google Hangouts).

Grading in EG 101 Your grade for EG 101 depends largely on five major writing projects that you will complete over the course of the semester. Other factors such as homework assignments, class participation, and attendance will also play a role in determining your final grade.

Final Grade Weighting and Scale. Below you will find the weights of grades and the recommended grading scale for calculating final grades in EG 101. Assignment

% of final grade

Project 1: Literacy Narrative

10%

Project 2: Rhetorical Analysis

15%

Project 3: “Writing for Change” Multi-Source Essay

20%

Project 4: Career Analysis Multi-Source Inquiry

20%

Project 5: Reflective Cover Letter and Portfolio

10%

Classwork/Homework

15%

Participation and Attendance

5%

Intensive Writing Workshops

5%

Total

100%

Grading. For grades, 93-100% is an A, 90-92% is an A-, 87-89% is a B+, 83-86% is a B, 8082% is a B-, 77-79% is a C+, 70-76% is a C, 60-69% is a D, and a grade below 59% is an F.

Failure due to Academic Dishonesty receives a grade of XF. Please note that ESU, as a university, does not allow grades of A+ or C-.

Writing Projects Writing Project 1: Literacy Narrative. WP1, the literacy narrative, is a way to ease into the semester with a fun type of personal yet analytical writing that also requires skills that will be useful in future projects. You will reflect on a personal literacy learning experience and then write a narrative essay providing a detailed description of the experience (and its relevance to you as a college student) for an audience who may be unfamiliar with an experience like yours.

Writing Project 2: Rhetorical Analysis. WP2 extends the skills of careful observation and critical description from the first project. The rhetorical analysis will require you to consider a feature-length article from a magazine or journal-- or you might use a TED Talk. You will then write an analysis essay describing the rhetorical situation (e.g., purpose, audience, stance, context) and the rhetorical devices (e.g., ethos, pathos, logos, kairos) used the article, and then you will evaluate these techniques based on the audience of the article. You will practice rhetorical analysis in the weeks leading up to the WP2 due date using a visual/print advertisements (e.g., magazine ad, billboard, commercial) before moving to an article.

Writing Project 3: “Writing for Change” Multi-Source Essay. WP3 asks you to transform yourself into a positive force, or agent, for change. You will select a problem or social issue that you care about and sketch out a possible solution to that problem using research from multiple sources (that undoubtedly have various viewpoints and stakeholders). You do not have to solve your chosen problem or issue by the end of your essay; however, you are simply arguing for the reasons why your chosen proposed solution is a feasible one. This multi-source essay will empower you to weigh multiple opinions and viewpoints to come to a proposed solution. Writing Project 4: Career Analysis Multi-Source Inquiry. WP4, the career analysis project, requires you to choose a career (preferably one that you’re considering for yourself) as a topic and put your critical reading and investigation skills to work with new research skills that will be discussed in class. This research will include an interview with professor or practicing professional in your career. The final expository essay combines the results from your interview with researched information from multiple sources, providing an in-depth view of a career, including necessary education, useful skills/traits, and responsibilities.

Writing Project 5: Reflective Cover Letter and Portfolio. WP5 is the final project of the semester. It asks that you consider your work over the course of the semester, turning those critical reading and rhetorical skills inward to examine your own progress as a writer. The resulting reflective letter and portfolio will also allow you to comment on and showcase the rough and final drafts of WP3 in specific ways. You will organize this project using the set of reflection questions you have encountered throughout the entire semester.

Course Policies Attendance policy. It is mandatory for all students to attend class regularly and be on time. Students who miss more than six (6) class periods for MWF classes or more than four (4) class periods for TR classes should expect to fail the course. Students who represent the university in some capacity (e.g., athletes) and who miss class are excused but must make up all assigned work. Students who suffer from a documentable chronic illness or family emergency will also be excused. For other possible excused absences (funerals, jury duty, etc.), students should see the instructor as soon as possible. Students must realize that even excused absences in excessive amounts can result in their failing the course.

Tardy policy. Timeliness is a skill all students need in college-level pursuits. Students who arrive to class more than ten minutes late or who leave more than ten minutes early are considered tardy. Two tardy marks is the equivalent of one absence.

Late work policy. One component of satisfactory completion of coursework is turning in assignments on time; as such, you will be penalized for late work. The grade for any major writing projects turned in late will be reduced 10% for each calendar day it is late. Late homework assignments (whether online or in-class) will not be accepted and will receive a grade of zero (0). To avoid late penalties and/or to request an extension, it is your responsibility to contact your composition instructor before the work is due. Revision policy. [add your own revision policy here, if you choose to have one] Academic Integrity policy. Academic integrity means honest and responsible scholarship. It is the foundation to your success in this course and at Emporia State University. A student who submits any written work as his or her own, which is taken in whole or part from another person’s writing without proper acknowledgement and documentation, is guilty of plagiarism. This includes improper documentation, attribution, or citation (i.e., direct quotes and paraphrases). A student who submits a plagiarized paper, or who allows another person to copy his or her work with the intent to deceive, is subject to any one, or all, of the following actions: 1. Receiving a 0 grade for the assignment; 2. Receiving an F grade for the course; 3. Being reported to the university for possible disciplinary action. The Director of Composition and Department Chair shall be notified of all such infractions in composition courses before any of the above actions are taken. Please refer to the University Policy Manual, section 3D.0801, “Academic Dishonesty Policy”: The faculty member in whose course or under whose tutelage an act of academic dishonesty occurs has the option of failing the student for the academic hours in question, or for any components or requirements for that course. If the student fails the course as a result of academic dishonesty, a course grade of XF may be assigned by the instructor of record to the student’s transcript. […] Departments, schools, and colleges may have provisions for more severe penalties. Emporia State University may impose penalties for academic dishonesty up to and including expulsion from the student’s major or from the University. In addition, acts of academic dishonesty shall be grounds to deny admission to a department or program.

Concealed Carry policy. Beginning July 1, 2017, the Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act (K.S.A. 75-7c01 et seq) allows the concealed carry of handguns on public college and university campuses, including Emporia State University. Individuals must be legally eligible to carry and 21 years of age or older. This policy includes handguns only, and weapons must be concealed at all times and in the immediate control of the carrier. In this class, students will be asked on a regular basis to participate in activities such as engaging in group work, using the board, or other classroom proceedings as determined by your instructor. As such, these activities may require students to either be separated from their bags or be prepared to keep their bags with them at all times. Students who decide to carry concealed weapons are urged to review the ESU Weapons Policy FAQs. You can access the FAQs and the Weapons Policy PPT at this site. For more information, see the State of Kansas Concealed Carry Statues at this website.

Course and program assessment. In accordance with best educational practices, some of your work may be collected for the purpose of assessing this specific course, the Composition Program, and the overall curriculum. These papers could be used for assessing course goals, establishing rubrics, modeling, publication, or other purposes. If you would prefer that your work not be used in this way, please let your instructor know in writing.

Student concern forms. In an effort to contribute to student success and retention at ESU, and as a component of the University’s Strategic Plan, your instructor will work as an advocate to ensure your success in this class. If your instructor has any concerns for your academic success, they will fill out an Academic Early Alert form or a CARE Team Report form for you through Buzz-In, and an individual from the Student Advising Center (SAC) will be contacting you to follow up. Actions that may necessitate the submission of an Early Alert include: Poor attendance, changes in grades/coursework, tardiness, late or missing assignments, insufficient effort, or other issues. Actions that may necessitate the submission of a CARE form include: bullying, depression, aggressive or erratic behavior, harassment, substance abuse, or other issues. Access the SAC website here.

Campus (Writing) Resources Students who may seek accommodations. Emporia State University will make reasonable accommodations for persons with documented disabilities. Students need to contact the Director of Student Accessibility and Support Services (SASS) and your writing instructor as early in the semester as possible to ensure that classroom and academic accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion. SASS is located in Plumb Hall 103. All communication among students, the Office of Disability Services, and the professor will be strictly confidential. Email: [email protected] Phone: (620) 341-6637 Access the SASS website here.

Writing Center. Peer writing partners are available at the Writing Center, located on the second floor of the William Allen White Library, 209 C, and they can help you with all your writing projects at all stages of the writing process. The center accepts both appointments and walk-in sessions. For more information, visit the website listed below. You also have a Writing Center Course on Canvas for easy-to-find information and answers for common questions. Email: [email protected] Access the Writing Center website here.

Research assistance. The Emporia State University Libraries and Archives has a ton of resources for you to make research an easy and fun experience. Your composition class is also assigned its own library liaison, who will be meeting with your class multiple times throughout the semester. Ask your instructor for more details. Access the ESU Library home page here. Access the Composition Program LibGuides here. Access Library Connect (for research) here.

Help in other subjects. ACES, the Academic Center for Excellence and Success, enhances academic success by providing student academic support, including peer tutoring, research assistance, and individual and small-group workshops. Tutoring is available in many subjects across the curriculum. Contact info for ACES is found below. Email: [email protected] Phone: (620) 341-5033 Access the ACES website here.

Student Wellness. If you are feeling stressed out or are struggling with balancing school, work, and/or personal life, ESU can provide counseling services from professionally trained staff and supervised interns. Located at 250 SE Morse Hall, the Counseling Center is open M-F, 8:00am-5:00pm. Contact info is found below. Email: [email protected] Phone: (620) 341-5222 Mental Health Center of East Central Kansas (after-hours emergencies): (620) 343-2211 ESU Police and Safety office: (620) 341-5337 Access the Student Wellness page here. (Includes links to Health and Counseling) Access the Student Health Services page here. Access the Student Counseling Services page here.

Composition Program Help. If you have any questions about the policies and procedures of this course you can certainly reach out to your composition instructor. Or, you can contact the Director of Composition, Dr. Kat O’Meara, using the contact info below. Email: [email protected] Phone: (620) 341-5298 Access the EMLJ Composition Program website here.

Other Guidelines for Success in EG 101 Participation. Being an active, engaged member of any course is an important part of being a successful student. This composition course is part of the general education (GenEd)

requirements at ESU. As such, the course prioritizes the teaching of not only written communication, but also interpersonal communication. You will be expected to demonstrate effective speaking and/or /presentational communication skills through your participation in various aspects of this class. These activities may include paired, small-group, and large-group discussions in class, as well as communicating effectively with your classmates and instructor on Canvas through discussion boards and messaging.

Contacting your instructor. Clear, timely communication with your composition instructor (or any instructor, for that matter) is crucial for success in college. Be sure to let your instructor know ahead of time if you have to miss class, or email them as soon as possible after any absences. You are responsible for obtaining any missed coursework, lessons, or homework assignments if you are absent. Furthermore, you should email your professors in a professional manner. See the blog post from Medium.com, “How to Email Your Professor (Without Being Annoying AF)” for a helpful, step-by-step list of suggestions.

Intensive writing workshops. Writing is a recursive process: while going through...