Syllabus for Writing Strategies (Web based)
PRPE 086 IWB
Fall 2012
Upon reading this syllabus, send me the email address you will access regularly so I have it on file. My email is: leiteruaa@gmail.com
Website you will use for this course:
I. Course Information: PRPE A086 IWB
II. Semester and Year: Summer 2012
III. Instructor Contact Information: Gary Leiter
Email: leiteruaa@gmail.com or text me at: 907.252.6814
IV. Office Hours: email me with questions
V. Location of KPC Class Cancellation Postings: 262-0302
http://www.kpc.alaska.edu
VI. Course Description: Introduces composition of paragraphs and short essays that conform to Standard American English for college writing. Emphasizes basic reading skills to enhance students' writing. Reviews the basics of grammar, effective sentences, and sentence combining.
Registration Restrictions: Appropriate score on English placement test.
VII. Prerequisites: None
VIII. Instructional Goals: Instruction will be in the areas of
1.Prewriting
2.Thesis Statements/Essay Maps
3.Body Paragraphs
4.Beginning/Ending Paragraphs
5.Drafting and Revising
6.Expository Papers
7.The Directional Process
8.Comparison/Contrast Paper
And be provided by:
1.An explanation of concepts
2.Working examples in class
3.Fully discussing the processes using various methods and helps
4.Daily reinforcement through the practice of using newly learned concepts
5.Writing assignments showing skills and receiving feedback on papers
IX. Student Outcomes: Upon completion of Writing Strategies the student will have successfully demonstrated knowledge of:
1.Introductory paragraphs
2.Use of transition sentences
3.Paragraph development
4.Creating thesis statements and essay maps
5.Comparison/contrast papers
6.The directional process of paper writing
The student will have gained the necessary skills and knowledge to be successful in College Writing
X. Class Participation: Students are expected to ask relevant questions, read the material assigned, complete homework and write papers. The assignments must be turned in on time for full credit.
XI. Students Attendance: Online class attendance is expected by regularly submitting homework and writing assignments via Blackboard. It is your responsibility to withdraw from the class if it is not working out for you. If you do not withdraw and fail to complete work in a timely manner, a grade of “F” will be assigned.
**If I do not hear from you or you haven't turned in assignments after two weeks of class, you will be withdrawn from the course. This will allow you to receive a "W" rather than an "F" for the course.
**If you plan on taking the class seriously as part of your college accomplishments, please step up and do the work and do your best. This is your reputation as a student that is being compromised if you do not.
XII. Required Written Work: Reading and writing assignments can be found on the course website and students are expected to submit all assignments prior to, or on the day they are due.
Turning in Homework
Written coursework assignments can be found on the chronological outline below. Late work will result in a grade reduction of 10% per day late. After each assignment assigned on the website, is the due date. You must submit your assignments by 11:59 pm on the due date. WORK SUBMITTED MORE THAN ONE WEEK AFTER THE DUE DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Please don't ask.
**Important note: Life happens and situations arise which makes it difficult...or even impossible to get work in on time. If you let me know before or during the tough times, I am more than happy to help you in any way I can. If you wait until weeks after things are due and then let me know about some difficulty in your life, I will not be as agreeable to help you. Sound fair?
All coursework will be submitted using email. Please title all assignments in the "subject" window of the email such as: 1.3 Leiter.
Make sure you send your work as an email only. DO NOT attach your assignments as a pdf or Word document...they will be returned and you will be asked to fix and resubmit them.
XIII. Audit Policy: There are no requirements for auditing this class.
XIV. Plagiarism: Cheating and or plagiarism will result in a grade of “F” for the test and/or assignment.
XV. Grading Scale:
A 90-100%
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59
XVI. Evaluation Tools:
Papers and Homework assignment points are listed next to the assignments on the website
XVII. Text: Steps to Writing Well . Wyrick, 11th Edition
(you must buy only the 11th edition), ISBN 0495901490 or 9780495901495 (buy early since shipping can take up to 3 weeks) Go to the following link about ordering textbooks (these sites have prices that are very affordable):
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XVIII. Class Atmosphere and Safety: Students are expected to conduct themselves
in a manner conducive to learning. This means that each student is expected to maintain academic integrity and honesty. Working hard, putting forth the extra effort, and pushing yourself are all necessary to be a successful student and professional. Don’t shortchange yourself by doing only what is needed to pass the course.
XIX. Academic Success and Support Services:
If you experience a disability and would like information about support services, contact Diane Taylor at Disability Support Services, located in Room 153 (phone: 262-0328). For your greatest academic success, we recommend that you set up your service early in the semester.
XX. Chronological Outline of Course Schedule:
(Course Details May Be Found On The Course Website)
Unit #1 Assignments due--Jan 17-22
Unit #2 Assignments due --Jan 23-29
Unit #3 Assignments due--Jan 30-Feb 5
Unit #4 Assignments due--Feb 6-12
Unit #5 Assignments due--Feb 13-19
Unit #6 Assignments due--Feb 20-26
Unit #7 Assignments due--Feb 27-Mar 4
Unit #8 Assignments due--Mar 3-11
Unit #9 Assignments due--Mar 19-25
Unit #10 Assignments due--Mar 26-April 1
Unit #11 Assignments due--April 2-8
Unit #12 Assignments due--April 9-15
Unit #13 Assignments due--April 16-22
Unit #14 Assignments due--April 23-29
Unit #15 Assignments due--April 30-May 6
