SPRING 2008 |
| Contact Phone: (770) 254-7280 (The phone number for West Georgia's Newnan Campus) |
| Office Hours: Before and after class or by appointment |
| Email: jwest@westga.edu |
| URL: http://www.westga.edu/~jwest |
COURSE DESCRIPTION: |
| English 1102 is a course which serves both as a continuation of ENGL 1101 and an introduction to the study of literature focusing on skills required for reading, interpreting, and writing analytical essays about literature in at least three genres (i.e. fiction, drama, poetry). In writing, students must demonstrate competency in both explication of literary texts and research-based interpretation. |
REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIALS: |
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Chopin, Kate. The Awakening. New York: Dover, 1993. Euripedes. Medea. New York: Dover, 1993. O'Brien, Tim. The Things They Carried. New York: Broadway, 1990. Shakespeare, William. Hamlet. New York, Dover, 1992. Shakespeare, William. A Midsummer Night's Dream. New York: Dover, 1992. Sophocles. Oedipus Rex. New York: Dover, 1991. Wiesel, Elie. Night. New York: Hill and Wang, 2006. Williams, Tennessee. A Streetcar Named Desire. New York: Signet, 1975. |
COURSE OBJECTIVES: |
| By the end of this course, students should have
learned · To extend the skills of expository writing and critical thinking established in English 1101. · To read, understand, and interpret fiction, drama, and poetry and write analytically about them. · To understand literary principles and use basic terms important to critical writing and reading. · To construct essays using textual evidence from both primary and secondary sources. |
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: |
| GRADING: All assignments must be completed in order to pass this course. NOTE: You must earn a letter grade of C or better in order to pass ENGL 1102. |
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Essays (out-of-class): 70% (Essay 1 = 20%, Essay 2 = 25%, Essay 3 = 25%) Essay (in-class): 15% Final Portfolio: 10% Classwork and Homework: 5% |
| ASSIGNMENTS: All out-of-class essays must use MLA format. We will review the basic elements of MLA format in class. If you still need assistance, you may make an appointment to see me or you can visit the writing center on the main campus. Your in-class essay is a timed writing over a prompt provided by your instructor on the day of the essay. More details will come as we get closer to the assignment. Your final portfolio will include various writing assignments written throughout the semester. In addition, you will be expected to include all of your rough draft work for all three out-of-class essays. Instructions about organizing and submitting your portfolio will be given near the end of the semester, so remember to hang on to everything you do while you are writing your essays. Classwork and Homework: On occasion you will be given assignments in and out of class. These assignments could include questions, written responses, or unannounced quizzes over the reading. Some of these assignments will be included in your final portfolio, so make sure you keep up with your work from class. |
ATTENDANCE: |
| Please be aware of the English Department policy for
absences: For classes that meet twice a week, a student is allowed
three absences. Upon the fourth absence, the student will be withdrawn. Be
aware that no distinction exists between excused and unexcused absences. Disruptive Behavior: Students will be dismissed from any class meeting at which they exhibit behavior that disrupts the learning environment of others. Such behavior includes—but is not limited to—arriving late for class, allowing cell phones to ring, speaking disrespectfully to the instructor and/or to other students, and using personal audio or video devices. Each dismissal of this kind will count as an absence and will be applied toward the attendance requirements policy above. |
PARTICIPATION: |
| Because this course is discussion oriented, you should come to class prepared to discuss the assigned readings. I expect you to read all assignments before we meet, and I expect you to participate regularly in class discussions. |
LATE WORK: |
| All rough drafts and final drafts are due at the beginning of class on the date assigned. If you are absent on the day a final draft is due, make the necessary arrangements to deliver the paper on time. All papers turned in after the deadline will be penalized five points for each day (not class day) they are late. Please note that problems with your computer and/or printer will not excuse a late paper. Also, quizzes will be given at the beginning of class. No make-up quizzes will be offered. I will not accept any late in or out of class assignments. |
THE WRITING CENTER: |
| I encourage you to check out this excellent resource if you are serious about improving your writing. Regardless of writing skill level, one may always benefit from an intelligent discussion with knowledgeable peers. The staff at the writing center will not proofread or edit your essay, but they will answer your questions and work with you to help you become a better writer. Consider making an appointment during any part of the organizing or writing process. The Writing Center is located in TLC 1-201. To make an appointment, call (678) 839-6513. |
THE REGENTS’ EXAMINATION: |
| The Regents’ Examination is a two-part test of
minimum-level reading and writing proficiency. Students must take this
examination after passing English 1102 or after 30 hours of coursework. In
the hour-long written portion of the Regents’ Exam, students are required to
write an essay based on personal experience and a general understanding of
current events. The essay is expected to be clearly focused, well
articulated, and relatively free from patterns of error; however, no
particular studying should be necessary for the exam besides a few general
rehearsals, a general cognizance of current events, and close attention to
the lessons of English 1101 and 1102. Students who do not pass the Regents’
Exam by the time they have completed 45 hours of coursework are
automatically placed in classes which provide additional writing support.
General Info: www.gsu.edu/rtpSample Topics: www.gsu.edu/~wwwrtp/topics.htm |
PLAGIARISM AND ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: |
| The Department of English and Philosophy defines plagiarism as taking personal credit for the words and ideas of others as they are presented in electronic, print, and verbal sources. The Department expects that students will accurately credit sources in all assignments. An equally dishonest practice is fabricating sources or facts; it is another form of misrepresenting the truth. Plagiarism is grounds for failing the course. The University policies for handling Academic Dishonesty are found in your student handbook. |
SPECIAL NEEDS: |
| If you have a registered disability that will require accommodation, please see me at the beginning of the semester. If you have a disability that you have not yet registered through the Disabled Student Services Office, please contact Dr. Ann Phillips in 137 Parker Hall at (770) 836-6428. |
SPRING ENGLISH 1102 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES
Please note that the following is a planned course of study and is subject to change at any time.
| January | |
| W 9 |
Course introduction and syllabus The definition for close reading Margaret Atwood's "Siren Song" and Thomas Hardy's "Ah, Are You Digging on My Grave" |
| M 14 |
Bring A Writer's Resource with you tonight. Writing about Literature: Summary vs. Analysis, MLA Format, and Essay Organization Discuss topics for first essay |
| W 16 |
Medea, pages 1-25 (the end of Medea's conversation with Aegeus)
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| M 21 |
No class - Holiday |
| W 23 |
Medea, pages 26-47 |
| M 28 |
Oedipus Rex, pages 1-25 (Creon exits after Oedipus threatens to exile or kill him) |
| W 30 |
Oedipus Rex, pages 25-54 |
| February |
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| M 4 |
Writing Workshop - Bring two copies of your essay to class this evening. |
| W 6 |
Essay 1 due at the beginning of class. Hamlet, Act I |
| M 11 |
Assign Essay 2 Topics Hamlet, Act II |
| W 13 |
Hamlet, Act III |
| M 18 |
Hamlet, Acts IV and V |
| W 20 |
Writing Conferences for Essay 2 |
| M 25 |
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Acts I and II |
| W 27 |
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Act III |
| March |
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| M 3 |
Writing Workshop - Bring two copies of your essay to class this evening. |
| W 5 |
Essay 2 due at the beginning of class A Midsummer Night's Dream, Acts IV and V Film as literature: Analyzing a scene |
| M 10 |
The Awakening, Chapters I-IX |
| W 12 |
The Awakening, Chapters X-XVIII |
| M 17 |
Spring Break |
| W 19 |
Spring Break |
| M 24 |
The Awakening, Chapters XIX-XXX |
| W 26 |
The Awakening, Chapters XXXI-XXXIX |
| M 31 |
In-Class Essay: The Awakening |
| April |
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| W 2 |
Assign Essay 3 Topics - Essay 3 Topics A Streetcar Named Desire, Scenes 1-2 |
| M 7 |
A Streetcar Named Desire, Scenes 3-6 |
| W 9 |
No class - View either Short Cuts or Igby Goes Down and work on portfolio assignment. |
| M 14 | A Streetcar Named Desire, Scenes 7-11 and Scene Analysis |
| W 16 |
Night, Chapters 1-4 |
| M 21 |
Night, Chapters 5-9 |
| W 23 |
Writing Workshop: Bring two copies of your essay to class this evening. |
| M 28 |
Essay 3 due at the beginning of class The Things They Carried: "The Things They Carried" and "How to Tell a True War Story" |
| W 30 |
The Things They Carried: "Sweetheart of the Song Tra Bong" and "In the Field" |
| May |
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| M 5 |
Submit Final Portfolio |