Course Syllabus 2007-2008
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Course Description: This course will give you the opportunity to
explore a wide range of fiction, poetry, and drama from all over the
world. We will be learning not just
about literary works, but about cultures and perspectives different from our
own. We will be reading both classic and
modern works as we learn to understand and interpret, to formulate opinions,
and to write and speak convincingly. Primary
focus will be on writing and individual expression. You will be learning how to organize and
write effective essays – and how to edit and rewrite your own work. We will be studying vocabulary from context,
doing class-wide projects, and reading, reading, reading. Class participation is expected, as is your
willingness to express your individual opinions – and support them with
specific references to text.
Class Rules:
·
ALL
assignments MUST be typed. This
includes homework assignments, vocabulary assignments, and all essays,
including drafts (unless otherwise indicated).
“Crashed” computers, broken printers, or lost or damaged disks are NOT
acceptable excuses.
·
ALL typed
assignments MUST be PRINTED OUT.
Disks or thumb drives are not acceptable. Do not show up for class expecting to print
out your assignment on my computer – if you have no access to a working
printer at home, make plans in advance to use your advisor’s printer or the
printer in the Concession Stand (still called “Proud Lion”).
·
Late
homework WILL NOT be accepted. Don’t
even ask.
·
Late
essays will be accepted only for a grade of “F/50” – essays are due at the
start of class on the assigned due date; work turned in UP TO 24 HOURS LATE
earns an “F/50”; work turned in beyond the 24-hour limit, or not at all, earns
a “0”. Please note: An “F/50” earns you 50 points, a “0” earns
you 0 points – do the math; this can make a big difference in your quarter
average.
·
If you
miss class the day an assignment is due, but ARE IN
SCHOOL THAT DAY, you are still responsible to get the work to me by the end of
the day. Work turned in the next day
will be considered LATE. If you
know you will be leaving school early or coming in late on the day an
assignment is due, see me in advance to turn in your work.
·
MLA
format must be followed on all assignments
·
Daily
note-taking is EXPECTED – you are REQUIRED to bring a notebook and pen/pencil
to class EVERY day
·
Freedom
of thought and expression REQUIRED
·
Tardiness,
disruptive behavior, rudeness, and disrespect WILL NOT BE TOLERATED
·
Plagiarism
will not be tolerated and will be brought before the Honor Council (this
includes, but is not limited to, material found on the Internet)
·
ACT OF
GOD passes – each semester, you will be allowed ONE “Act of God” pass,
which entitles you to turn in one assignment (essay or project – homework is
NEVER accepted late) ONE DAY LATE without penalty. Use
your Act of God pass wisely – once it’s gone, no excuses will be accepted for
the rest of the quarter.
Required
Course Outline (subject to change!):
Grading Policies:
Preparation for and participation in class are essential and
expected daily. You are required to keep up with the reading and to turn in
written assignments and projects TYPED and ON TIME.
Grading guidelines: