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B = Texts fully meet assignment objectives and offer appropriate responses to the
original assignment. Writing is clear, engaging, grammatically correct, and easy
to read. There may be a few awkward spots or minor grammatical problems, but
texts are basically well written and well developed.
C = Texts adequately meet assignment objectives and respond adequately to the
original assignment, although there may be several minor problems with style,
tone, thesis support, organization, or mechanics.
D = Texts show some evidence of attempting to meet assignment objectives but
have many problems with organization, thesis support, word choice, style, or
mechanics.
F = Texts fail to meet assignment objectives or have several major problems with
tone, writing style, thesis support, organization, and mechanics.
Preliminary Drafts of Formal Assignments (20% or 200 points): You will be required
to complete a preliminary draft for each Formal Assignment. This preliminary draft will
undergo several revisions and edits before it becomes suitable to submit as a final draft.
Each preliminary draft will be 50 points.
1.
Literacy Memoir (50)
2.
Summary Essay (50)
3.
Rhetorical Analysis (50)
4.
Synthesis (50)
In-Class Assignments (10% or 100 points): This portion of your grade will assess your
homework and in-class participation in class discussions, workshops, and other activities.
Because of this, it is expected that you will come to class regularly and on-time to
complete the necessary work each day.
Final Drafts of Formal Assignments (40% or 400 points): You will complete four
formal assignments
1.
Literacy Memoir (100)
2.
Summary Essay (100)
3.
Rhetorical Analysis (100)
4.
Synthesis (100)
Final Portfolio (20% or 200 points): Your final portfolio will consist of a final revision
for each of the formal assignments, as well as a writers memo that discusses your writing
experiences while creating the portfolio. Because writing is process, the portfolio
receives the greatest weight in this course. You should be able to work like a professional
writer wouldmeeting deadlines in a satisfactory manner. The portfolio should provide
evidence of the progress you have made throughout the term.
Grammar Instruction in ENGL 1010: Instruction in grammar rules and other
sentence-level writing conventions occur in a number of ways in this class. We often
address them in class if I see several students making the same error. I may also point out
problems in my written comments on your drafts. And if we are in a writing conference,
we can easily talk about any patterns of error that appear in your writing. When I point
out errors, the burden is on you to use your Bedford Handbook to understand how to
correct the problem. If you still have trouble, let me know.
COURSE POLICIES
Attendance: Since passing this class depends heavily upon full attendance, you should
never plan to miss a class. However, I understand situations arise that might prevent you
from coming to class (sickness, hospitalization, etc). Because of this, I will permit you
three (3) absences for the semester. If you miss more than three (3) class periods, you
will automatically lose 10 points from your final overall grade.
Acceptable Drafts: An acceptable draft meets the minimum paper requirements for each
formal assignment. You are required to complete two acceptable drafts for each formal
assignment prior to revising for the portfolio. Formal assignment points will be
distributed as follows: completed first draft brought to scheduled peer review session =
50 points and second draft = a possible total of 100 points. An acceptable second draft
will earn a minimum of 50 points. You will be expected to keep up with all other
assignments and due dates while working on the revision. An acceptable second draft
revision must be a substantial revision of the original first draft.
Late Work/Make-Up Work: In-class work and homework assignments cannot be made
up; however, if prior arrangements are made, class work may be accepted prior to an
absence. You must speak to me before assuming such an option is available. If you have
UTC sponsored commitments that may interfere with your full participation, you should
consult with me during the first week of class so that I may inform you of the documents
that are required in order for you to be excused from any class; however, you will not be
excused from assignments.
Electronics: All cellphones, iPods, etc. should be TURNED OFF during class. Do not
merely place your phone on vibrate. Quiet is not the only issue; focus is also of concern.
Also, remove all headphones when entering the class. If anyone is caught using an
unapproved electronic device during class, the entire class will be given a pop quiz.
Communication: The University will use your UTC email address for communications.
Please check your UTC email on a regular basis. If you have problems accessing your
email account, contact the Help Desk at 423/425-4000. Always use your UTC email
account for any UTC-related communications. To contact me outside of class, use my
UTC email address. Do not contact me through any other medium while you are
officially my student; I will ignore messages from you received through any medium
other than UTC email.
UNIVERSITY POLICIES AND SERVICES
ADA STATEMENT: Attention: If you are a student with a disability (e.g. physical,
learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) and think that you might need special
assistance or a special accommodation in this class or any other class, call the Disability
Resource Center (DRC) at 425-4006 or come by the office, 102 Frist Hall
http://www.utc.edu/disability-resource-center/
If you find that personal problems, career indecision, study and time management
difficulties, etc. are adversely affecting your successful progress at UTC, please contact