Course Name & Number

Fundamentals of English I

ENGL 0305

Semester & Year   Fall  2017

Catalog Description

In this course, students will learn to write clear, well-developed paragraphs.  Students will also learn to identify and correct major sentence errors, including fragments, comma splices, and run-ons.  Other topics include subject-verb agreement, pronoun usage, and basic punctuation.  This course does not count toward graduation at NCTC.

Course Prerequisite(s): Earn satisfactory TSI Assessment placement scores or earn satisfactory placement scores on another approved assessment.

Instructor’s Name

Gerriann Martinez

Office Phone

940) 498-6413

Instructor’s Office #

Faculty workroom Flower Mound MW & Corinth TTh

E-mail Address

gmartinez@nctc.edu  

Canvas inbox is easiest way to reach me

Office Hours

Available before and after class and via Canvas inbox and email

M/W evenings

6-9

Textbooks &  Materials

Required / Recommended

Biays: Along These Lines: Writing Paragraphs to Essays,Pearson,  2016. (book bundle includes MyLabsPlus access code)

Additional materials:

• Standard loose leaf notebook paper (do not use spiral notebook paper for home work that is to be turned in)
• Folder with pockets (at least 1-2)
• Highlighter, preferably yellow
• Note cards, preferably colored 5 x 8 index cards
• dry erase board with marker/eraser
• USB drive
• laminated Grammar Guide or ESL Guide

Learning Outcomes

At the successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1.      Compose a variety of texts that demonstrate clear focus, the logical development of ideas, and the use of appropriate language that advances the writer’s purpose.

2.      Determine and use effective approaches and rhetorical strategies for given writing situations.

3.      Generate ideas and gather information relevant to the topic and purpose.

4.      Develop and use effective revision strategies to strengthen the writer’s ability to compose college-level writing assignments.

5.      Edit writing to conform to the conventions of standard English.

TSI Compliance

At North Central Texas College, students who test but do not meet the passing scores in ALL sections of the TSI Assessment or any other THECB approved testing measurements are required by state law to obtain TSI advising and continuously enroll in a formal college preparatory studies (developmental) program every semester until all TSI requirements are satisfied. TSI program attendance is mandatory. Non-compliance with the rules of attendance may result in a student being withdrawn from the college preparatory course. Withdrawals are subject to college policies as set forth in the college catalog.

In the long term, a student that twice receives an F or W in a College Prep course based on non-attendance will be placed on academic hold and blocked from enrolling in any courses other than the required College Prep course.

Grading Policy & Procedures

Grade Scale:

90 – 100 = A

 80 -  89   = B

 70 -  79   = C

Below 70  = F

LATE WORK AND MAKE-UP POLICY

Successful writing skills develop through the implementation of a work ethic that is intentional and conscientious.  It is important to do the following:

• Read and follow all directions carefully
• Turn work in on time
• Do all assigned class work, homework, and labs
• Study notes taken during class to be sure you UNDERSTAND the concepts covered in class
• Review notes frequently
• Engage in class discussions/activities
• Contact me for additional help as soon as you realize you don’t understand something we went over in class

I will verbally give assignments, and I will also post them on CANVAS in the ANNOUNCEMENT tab found on the left side of the page.  It is your responsibility to find out what assignments are due if you happen to miss class.  The due date will still apply even if you are absent. Contact me as soon as possible via Canvas inbox if you know you will miss class. 

WRITTEN HOMEWORK

• MUST BE TYPED
• Double or triple space
• Use a standard font such as Cambria, Times New Roman, or Georgia
• Size 12 font
• PROPER HEADING:  UPPER RIGHT: your name & class/date/assignment

QUIZZES and FINAL EXAM

• I do not give make-up quizzes
• If you are absent on the day of a quiz, you will need to take it the day you return or make arrangements with me to take it in the testing center. 
• If you need to take a test or the final exam in the Office of Students with Disabilities, let me know in advance so I can make sure your test is in the OSD office.

CLASS RULES AND EXPECTATIONS

• Treat the classroom as a professional environment

• Be courteous and respectful to your instructor and your classmates
• Arrive on time with everything you will need for class: paper, writing utensil, assignment, textbook, white board & marker
• Ask questions, get involved, do your homework
• Turn off electric devices prior to the beginning of class.  If I have to ask you to put your device away, I will count you as absent for the day for attendance. See me if you have an emergency situation where you need to have your phone available (on vibrate)
• Class is 1 hour and 20 minutes long.  Please plan accordingly. Coming in late or leaving early is disruptive to the class.

Scholastic Integrity

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.  See Student Handbook “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct [FLB- (LOCAL)]” #18.

Disciplinary Actions [Student Handbook, #5] “When cheating, collusion, or plagiarism has occurred beyond any reasonable doubt, the instructor may give the student or students involved an “F” on a particular assignment or in the course. [See Scholastic Dishonesty FLB (Local)] The instructor shall make a written report of the incident and of the planned action to his Department Chair.  The Department Chair shall report the incident and action to appropriate instructional dean who shall review the case, notify the student and, if necessary, take further action.  This may involve either probation or suspension of the student or students in question. If such disciplinary action is deemed necessary, the Dean of Student Services shall be notified, and the action shall be taken through that office.”

Plagiarism, which should be avoided at all costs, includes the following student actions:

1.      Turning in someone else's ideas, opinions, theories, or work as your own;

2.      Unintentionally or inadvertently turning in someone else's ideas, opinions, theories, or work as your own as the result of failing to document sources both internally and in the Works Cited;

3.      Copying words, ideas, or images from someone without giving credit; Failing to put a quotation in quotations marks;

4.      Giving incorrect information about the source of information, quotations, or images;

5.      Changing words but copying the sentence structure of a source without giving credit;

6.      Copying so many words, ideas, or images from a source that it makes up the majority of the student's work, whether or not the student gives credit.

Attendance Policy

• Attendance will be taken at the beginning of class time.  If you are not in the classroom at the time attendance is taken, you will be marked absent.  If you arrive late, you will be marked tardy.  Be sure you see me so I can change it from an absence to a tardy (both an absence and a tardy will lower your grade.)  Be sure to sign in to the class.  If you leave class early, that will also be marked and will lower your grade. 

If you miss four class periods, it is my discretion to drop you from class. 

ADA Statement

North Central Texas College does not discriminate on the basis of disability for admission or access to its programs.  The College is committed to providing equal access to its students with disabilities by providing appropriate accommodations; a variety of services and resources are made available through the ACCESS Department.  Students are responsible for notifying the ACCESS Department of their need for assistance.  Students with documented disabilities, such as mobility impairment, hearing or visual impairment, learning, and/or psychological disorders are eligible for services. 

Disability Accommodations

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. A disability is anything that can interfere with learning, such as a learning disability, psychological challenge, physical illness, or injury. Accommodations may include extra time on tests, tests in a distraction-reduced environment, volunteer note taker in class, etc.

On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 in the Administration Building (100) or call 940-668-4209.  Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209 to arrange for an intake appointment with OSD.

North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112).

http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices/DisabilitiesFacultyResources.aspx

EEOC Statement

North Central Texas College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, or disability in the employment or the provision of services.

Calendar or Course Outline (REQUIRED)

A course calendar will be given during class the first week

Name of Division Chair:

Rochelle Gregory, Ph.D.

Office Location:

Corinth 238

Telephone Number:

940.498.6297

E-mail Address:

rgregory@nctc.edu

Name of Instructional Dean:

Dean Larry Gilbert

Office Location:

Corinth 3^rd Floor Deans’ Suite

Telephone Number:

940.498.6222

E-mail Address:

lgilbert@nctc.edu

Other Pertinent Information

Tobacco-Free Campus

NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, electronic cigarettes, and smokeless tobacco on campus property. NCTC is aware that tobacco use influences underage students, which cumulates unsightly tobacco litter and interferes with assuring clean air for all who come to NCTC. NCTC recognizes the health hazards of tobacco use and of exposure to second hand smoke. Information on a tobacco cessation program is available for students, faculty, staff who wish to stop using tobacco products. We would like to "thank you" for your help in making our campuses Tobacco-Free. For questions or concerns, please contact the Office of Vice President of Student Services at 940-668-4240.