ENG 106 Composition II Course, Competencies, and Policies Spring 2004 p.2
Course
Description: Practice in critical reading in the
disciplines; research skills using various writing strategies,
with
an emphasis on analysis and argumentation.
A 2000-3000 word argumentative/ persuasive research paper will be
required. Prerequisite: A grade of C (2.0) or better in ENG 105
Texts: John Ruszkiewicz, Maxine Hairston, and Daniel E. Seward, SF Writer 2nd ed.
Kennedy, Kennedy, Smith, Writing in the Disciplines, 5th ed., for Dr. Brown
Supplies: two pocket folders for course work, a Writing Guide (class handout)
Computer Assisted Writing: all composition courses use word processing program and internet research;
you must have and be able to use an active UNCP access/e-mail account and a library account
Competencies: By the end of ENG 106, the student should demonstrate skills in the following three areas:
Critical Reading Skills
1.Differentiate between fact and inference, unsupported and supported statements.
2.Evaluate the appropriateness of reading material and its usefulness in research (primary, authority, bias)
3.Judge statements in context, considering the parts versus the whole, unity of an argument, and assumptions .
Critical Writing Skills
1.Exhibit continuing proficiency in the ENG 105 writing skills.
2.Distinguish between the appropriate approaches to argumentative writing.
3.Write essays of 500-600 words that provide adequate & relevant support for an argumentative thesis.
4.Organize an argument effectively.
5.Use revising & editing skills for argumentative/research writing (incl. correcting problems in logic & clarity).
Research Paper Skills
1.Effectively use both internet research resources and library research tools (bibliographies, indexes, online)
2.Understand the mechanics and use the basic terminology involved in the research paper process.
3.Organize a research paper through a formal outline.
4.Know when documentation is required; use well attribution, paraphrase"ation, and avoid plagiarism.
5.
Complete satisfactorily a research paper whose text contains a minimum
of eight to twelve typed pages
(2000-3000 words) and whose works
cited/references page includes at least eight to twelve items.
Course Portfolio At the end of the course, submit a portfolio of work for review by 2-3 ENG 106 instructors:
1. one revised argument essay and all stages of work on the essay
2. the 2000-3000 word argumentative research paper
3. a reflective essay on your writing and your growth as a writer in the areas emphasized in this course
Composition Department & University Policies (see ETL Composition web site)
Absences: An instructor may fail a student who misses more than 6 hrs (2 wks) of class, regardless of the reason
Plagiarism: Students should commit themselves to academic integrity and understand the Academic Honor Code.
*For a C or above in the course, you must prove that you can document correctly and avoid unintentional plagiarism.
*Plagiarism as fraud,
intentionally or knowingly presenting the work of another as one's own,
leads to F in the course.
Disabilities: Any student with a
documented
disability needing academic adjustments should speak now to the
instructor
and to Mary Helen Walker, Disability Support Services DF Lowry
Building, 521-6695. Discussions remain
confidential.
Activities and Policies for completing ENG 106 successfully (C or above) and for a good course experience:
Writing classes involve instruction, practice, research, computer work, and workshops. Your instructor provides directions and guidance and responds carefully to your work.
Your
college education costs about $9000 a year Attending college full time
prepares you for, and resembles, a full-time job: limit outside
commitments; come to class even when
it’s
inconvenient or you don’t feel well. Complete each task
on time, to the best of your ability.
Make use of available resources:
instructor, writing group,
library, computer,
writing center
∙ by the end of the semester, C or better is expected on the Portfolio, the Research Paper, and one other Essay
∙ attend class, on time (3x late or leave=1 absence); over 3 un-excused absences lower your average by 1 point each
∙ take responsibility for any absences: if you miss a class, notify the instructor (e-mail) so you are prepared for the next class (for a long absence, ask the Student Affairs Office, 521-6175 to notify all your instructors).
∙ keep up with work (5-6 hrs/wk out of class) and follow directions for homework and class work
∙ use class time well: bring books & work, contribute to class, learn from others, be respectful and courteous:
pay attention to the instructor and each other for the entire class classes begin and end on time;
during computer presentations, your computers must be in sleep mode (or you may be asked to leave).
∙ ask for help with a project--before it is due--from the instructor, class members, or the writing center; use the Writing Center also for skills: essay form, writing process, proofreading, documenting, avoiding plagiarism
∙ submit essays and drafts correctly, with all work and sources in folder (reverse order, most recent on top)
∙ turn in your best work, on time: for final essay (NOT a draft) a 1-class extension is OK if you attend the day a paper is due and the day you turn it in; a late or unacceptable paper loses 1 grade; after week, grade is O
∙ revise to improve a grade after an essay is returned (if caught up), revise for a new grade averaged with original grade; the revised essay in your portfolio receives a new grade that counts in addition to 1st one
∙ **save all your work and sources** all semester, print a draft for each class, & keep backup files on “Snappy/F”
UNCP POLICIES
Absences Policy: An instructor may fail a student who misses more than 6 hrs (2 wks) of class, regardless of the reason
Plagiarism Policy: Students should commit themselves to academic integrity and understand the Academic Honor Code.
*For a C or above in the course, you must prove that you can document correctly and avoid unintentional plagiarism.
*Plagiarism as fraud, intentionally or knowingly presenting the work of another as one's own, leads to F in the course.
Disabilities Policy: Any student with a documented disability needing academic adjustments is requested to speak to Disability Support Services and the instructor immediately, preferably within the first week of the semester. All discussions remain confidential. Contact Mary Helen Walker, DSS Office, DF Lowry Building, 910-521-6695.