Eac150 Course Addendum Updated(2) 6m4tr

SENECA COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS & TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL OF ENGLISH AND LIBERAL STUDIES FACULTY OF BUSINESS PROFESSOR’S ADDENDUM TO SUBJECT OUTLINE SUBJECT:

EAC150, COLLEGE ENGLISH

SEMESTER: PROFESSOR: SECTION:

Fall 2013 Aisha Khaja CA

OFFICE: C2016 : [email protected]

OFFICE HOURS:

By Appointment (Weds, 9:00-9:45am)

INTRODUCTION Welcome to EAC 150! This semester, we will be working hard on refining your English, in of communication and critical analysis skills, to equip you with the necessary tools to succeed in the workplace. The EAC150 subject outline is available at http://www.senecac.on.ca/fulltime. This addendum is your guide to the subject requirements and activities that we will undertake this semester. TEXTS & MATERIALS  Engkent, Garry and Lucia Engkent. Fiction/Non-Fiction A Reader and Rhetoric. 2nd ed. Toronto: Thomson, Nelson, 2006.  A good quality English-language dictionary  A good quality thesaurus (optional)  A folder/portfolio to keep all work throughout the semester Note: Electronic dictionaries are not permitted during in-class writing or exams. Also, E-Texts are not available for this course. GRADING / ASSIGNMENTS The Term Work will constitute 75% of the final grade, as follows: Term Work 500 words In-Class Essay 1 500 words In-Class Essay 2 1000 word Out of Class Essay 500 word In-Class Critique Summary Assignment

Due Date Friday Sep. 20 Friday Oct. 11 Friday Oct. 18 Friday Nov.15 Friday Dec. 06

Percentage 15% 15% 20% 10% 15%

Students will develop arguments based upon a critical appreciation of the themes and literary techniques presented in the readings. They will also their views with textual references. All students are required to include MLA referencing in their out of class assignments. The website www.easybib.org will put bibliographical information into MLA format. Please Note: All Out of Class Assignments are due at the beginning of class. TENTATIVE WEEKLY SCHEDULE WEEK

TOPIC

1 Sept. 3-6

Introduction

2 Sep 9-13

Immigrant Experience

3 Sep 16-20 4 Sep 23-27 5 Sep 30-Oct 4 6 Oct 7-11

7 Oct 14-18 STUDY WEEK Oct. 21 - 25 8. Oct 28-1

9 Nov 4-8 [DNC Date: Nov. 8] 10 Nov 11-15 11 Nov 18-22

12 Nov 25-29 13 Dec 2-6 14 Dec 9-13

READING

ASSIGNMENT Blurb about Me!

Growing Up on Grace – Pg. 246 Chickens for Christmas In-Class Essay 1 – Pg. 61 Culture and How We Kept Mother’s Expectations Day –Pg. 142 Toxic Culture Syndrome- Pg.293 The Writing Process The Short Essay and In-Class Essay 2 Research – Pg.353-360, Pg. 373-376 Sports and Drugs Never Give In, Never – Pg. 313 Out of Class Essay Due Wednesday October 23rd, 11:59pm. Please email to [email protected] Technology If We’re so Rich, Why Aren’t We Happy – Pg. 342 Where Do The Children Play – Pg. 228 The Fun They Had – In-Class Critique Pg. 28 Summary In-Class : Assignment Overview of the Writing Process Aboriginal People CBC Article: Human Trafficking Sedna, the Witch Under Summary the Sea – Pg.210 Assignment Due Exam Preparation Review of Themes and Texts

14 EXAM DATES Dec. 9 - 13

Examination

EVALUATION Term Work The term work will constitute 75% of the final grade. A minimum of 50% of graded term work must be completed in class. Students will read 8-10 selections and write a minimum of 2500 words during the term, including at least two 500-word analytical essays written in class; a 1000word analytical essay; and a research assignment. Students will develop arguments based upon a critical appreciation of the themes and literary techniques presented in the readings. They will also their views with textual references. No more than 10% of the final grade will be allotted to quizzes and/or presentations. Final Examination The final exam will constitute 25% of the course grade. It will be a common exam in the form of a textual analysis. Successful completion of term work is a prerequisite for writing the final exam. Your professor will allow you to write the exam for practice purposes. Students must also the final exam to the course. Upon successful completion of EAC150, students are now eligible to take the required literature component of their diploma program. MISSED TESTS / PRESENTATIONS / IN-CLASS ASSIGNMENTS Students who miss scheduled tests, presentations or in-class assignments will receive a grade of zero. If there are valid reasons for missing the test, presentation or in-class assignment, the student MUST: a) the professor or student advisor either by phone or by email prior to the start time of the test, presentation or in-class assignment and b) Next class, present the professor with a signed, word-processed memo indicating why the test, presentation or in-class assignment was missed, with documentation where appropriate. At the professor’s discretion, a make-up test/in-class assignment or new date for the presentation may be granted or the value of the test may be added to a subsequent test or final exam. In courses where the grading scheme does not include the lowest test mark, this missed test policy does not apply. LATE ASSIGNMENTS Late assignments will result in a penalty of 5% per day to a maximum of five consecutive days. Assignments will not be accepted after five consecutive days or as otherwise indicated by your professor. If there are valid reasons for the late assignment the student MUST: a) the professor, either by phone or email, no later than the date the assignment is due to indicate the assignment will be late, and b) present the professor with a signed, word-processed memo indicating why the assignment was late, with documentation where appropriate. If the reasons are deemed to be valid, there will be no penalty.

Grading System: Letter Grade A+ A B+ B C+ C D+ D F

Percentage 90%-100% 80%-89% 75%- 79% 70%-74% 65%-69% 60%-64% 55%-59% 50%-54% 0%-49%

GPA 4.0 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.5 1.0 0

In instances where a student has completed all assignments, but failed to meet minimum standards for ing this subject, the professor may assign a grade of "UNSAT". This does not affect the GPA. Promotion Policy You must complete all course work as specified and achieve a grade of 50% or more both on the term work and on the final exam. Your overall grade in the subject should be 50% or higher in order for you to the course. In addition to the usual ing grades of A+ to D, there are two grades that denote unsuccessful attempts at EAC150: F (0 to 49%) Failure (term work has not been completed) UNSAT The student has satisfactory attendance and has completed the term work, but has not met the learning outcomes. Any students receiving UNSAT in EAC 150 will continue their studies in EAC 150 in subsequent semesters until they have met the learning outcomes. In the meantime, the UNSAT grade does not affect the student’s grade point average. Students who feel that they may not the subject are, therefore, encouraged to keep working hard in the subject rather than dropping it. ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION Consistent attendance is important for success in this subject. If you are absent from class, please notify me by phone or e-mail. You are still responsible for the material and assignments missed and may be required to provide documentation. For extensions or special considerations, make the request to me well in advance of any due dates. Considerate classroom conduct, adequate class preparation, and constructive participation will enhance your academic experience and that of your colleagues. In particular, you are asked to be prompt, courteous, responsible and collaborative.

STUDENT/FACULTY CONSULTATION OUTSIDE CLASSROOM HOURS: My consultation hours are by appointment on Wednesdays from 9:00am-9:45am.

LEARNING CENTRE The Learning Centres offer academic to all Seneca students in the form of one-on-one tutoring, small group tutoring, and workshops and are located in the libraries of the Newnham, Markham, York and King campuses. Students should book tutoring appointments by either logging on to the Web Access Booking system (WABS) at https://www.senecac.on.ca/wabs/ or by visiting The Learning Centre in person. DROPPING THE SUBJECT There are two deadlines for dropping this subject. If you drop by Day 10 of the semester, the subject will not appear on your transcript. If you drop by the last drop date (see Student handbook), the subject will appear on your transcript with a grade of DNC. To drop, please notify your professor, complete a “Timetable Change Form,” have it signed by an English & Liberal Studies Coordinator, and deliver it to Registration by the deadline. Discuss any possible negative consequences of dropping the subject with the Coordinator.

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS It is your responsibility as a student of Seneca College to be aware of and abide by the academic and behavioural policies outlined in the College Academic Policy and the Student Handbook. Here are some key policies: ACADEMIC HONESTY (Section 9 and Appendix E – Academic Policy) To continue to graduate high quality students and to sustain our reputation as a leading institution, Seneca must have the highest standards of academic honesty. Academic honesty means that all Seneca College persons will conduct themselves in an honest and trustworthy manner in all aspects of their academic career. Engaging in any form of academic dishonesty to obtain any type of academic advantage or credit is an offence and will not be tolerated by the College. The penalty for a first offence is a grade “0” on the work in which the offence occurred, and will result in a comment being placed on the student’s transcript. The penalty for the second offence is an “F” in the course where the offence occurred, a second comment on the transcript and immediate suspension from the college normally for a minimum of three semesters. For more information about what constitutes academic dishonesty and how to avoid it, go to http://www.senecac.on.ca/academic-policy/aol-09.html STUDENT APPEALS (Section 12 – Seneca College Academic Policy) Students have the right to appeal academic decisions of the College. The procedures for informal and formal appeals are outlined in Academic Policy. If a student disagrees with the

evaluation of an assignment or with a final grade, s/he must first discuss the matter with the professor in an attempt to resolve the matter informally. If the matter is not resolved, the student should discuss the problem with the Student Advisor or the Chair. Students must keep all assignments (including drafts and outlines) and exercises until they receive their final grade. No appeal will be considered unless a complete file is submitted at the time of the appeal. COPYRIGHT Copyright means the sole right to produce, reproduce, and copy work in which copyright subsists. This includes books, articles, textbooks, and other original creative works such as photographs, and text, graphics, images, sound video, and games from the Internet. It is illegal to reproduce and/or distribute copyrighted materials without the express written permission of the author. Copyright information is available at http://www.senecac.on.ca/policies/copyright.html INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTABLE USE Official College E-mail is available to all employees and students. Faculty, staff and students are required to use College-provided e-mail when corresponding electronically about College-related matters. (For further information regarding the IT acceptable use policy, please refer to: http://www.senecac.on.ca/policies/itau.html DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. It is the policy of Seneca College that all employees and students have a right to work and study in an environment that asserts the personal worth and dignity of each individual. In order to achieve this objective, Seneca College will not tolerate any form of discrimination and/or harassment in its employment, education, accommodation, or business policies dealings. Information and assistance are available from Student Conduct Office at ext.22078 or via email at: [email protected] ACCOMMODATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES AND SPECIAL NEEDS The College will provide reasonable accommodation for students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, the Counselling and Disabilities Services Office at ext. 2900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.

Approved by: ____________________________________ Claire Moane, Chair School of English & Liberal Studies