Composition and Modern English

Only need the last three assignments completed as the other ones are taken please read carefully as my instructor takes off for stupid stuff such as misspelled words etc…45.00 for all three papers MLA FORMAT 750 words minimum

 

 

May 27 July 28

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All eTROY courses at Troy University utilize the Blackboard Learning System. In every eTROY course, students should read all information presented in the Blackboard course site and should periodically check for updates-at least every 48 hours.Remember:This is not a correspondence course in which a student may work at his/her own pace. Each week there are assignments, online discussions, online activities and/or exams with due dates. Refer to the schedule at the end of the syllabus for more information.

Course Description

ENG 1102	Composition and Modern English II (3)
	Text-based analyses and application of principles and tools of research in writing short research papers. A grade of C or better is required for credit. Must be taken within first 30 hours of enrollment.Prerequisite: ENG 1101 or equivalent

ENG 1101

Course Topics:

Brief Papers:

Writing about narrators, characters, point of view, setting

Writing about tone, style, themes, symbols

Longer Papers:

Writing about memoirs and autobiography: elements that bring the narrative to life, concrete details, illustrative scenes, reflective insights, philosophy of life, new way of looking at the world

Supporting information to include: biographical details, background, contexts, controversies

Writing about controversial themes, subjects, issues

Specific Course Requirements

Upon Enrollment: Read announcements, make sure email address is correct, and complete first discussion board posting

Discussion Board: Complete all postings and respond to peer buddies postings

Definition and Question assignments: Complete all assignments to the best of your ability

Required Essays: Meet all requirements listed for each essay

Research: Make sure all research is properly documented.

Research Component

This course involves online research that includes using online library resources.

Entrance Competencies

Microsoft Word

Online research using databases and online library resources

Required Textbooks

Title: Backpack Literature (Custom Package)

Author: Kennedy, X. J.

Edition: 2012,

Publisher: Pearson Custom

10 digit ISBN: 1-256-41264-3

13 digit ISBN: 978-1-256-41264-9

Title: Writer’s Reference With Exercises

Author: Hacker, Diana

Edition: 7TH 11,

Publisher: Bedford Books

10 digit ISBN: 0-312-60147-6

13 digit ISBN: 978-0-312-60147-8

The textbook provider for the eTROY of Troy University is MBS Direct. The Web site for textbook purchases is

Students should have their textbook by thefirst week of class. Not having your textbook is not an acceptable excuse for late work. Students who add this course late should refer to the Late Registration section for further guidance.

Supplementary Materials

***List any supplementary materials that apply for this course***

Attendance Policy

In addition to interaction via Blackboard and e-mail contact, students are required to contact the instructor via e-mail or telephone by the first day of the term for an initial briefing. Although physical class meetings are not part of this course, participation in all interactive, learning activities is required.

Submitting Assignments

Papers: Submit via Blackboard / Assignments folder

Discussion board posts: Post in the discussion board

There are five assignments listed i

-n the course schedule: Please note the due dates on them. Your responses must be typed,using 12pt. font, double-spaced, in MS-Word format. Please include your name on your papers. Failure to comply will result in point deductions. The assignmentsmust be turned into the Assignments Sectionby midnight of the due date (note: Blackboard and I operate on central US time).

Make-Up Work Policy

Missing any part of this schedule may prevent completion of the course. If you foresee difficulty of any type (i.e., an illness, employment change, etc.) which may prevent completion of this course, notify the instructor as soon as possible. Failure to do so will result in failure for an assignment and/or failure of the course. (See Attendance Policy.) If I have not heard from you by the deadline dates for assignments, exams, or forums, no make-up work will be allowed (unless extraordinary circumstances exist, such as hospitalization). Requests for extensions must be made in advance and accompanied by appropriate written documentation. Computer problems is not an acceptable excuse.

Evaluation

Grading Scale900–1000 = A 800–899 = B 700–799 = C 600–699 = D Under 599: F

Grading Rubric First-Year CompositionAAn A paper is extraordinary work that more than fulfills the requirements of the assignment. This essay tackles the topic in an innovative way, with a clear sense of audience and purpose, an insightful thesis, and an appropriate and effective organization. The structure is carefully planned; each section of the essay develops the thesis with logical arguments and specific, conclusive evidence which has been interpreted and clearly related to the writer’s point. The style is energetic and precise: the sentence structure is varied and the words are carefully chosen. How the writer says things is as excellent as what the writer says. There is evidence of careful editing since the essay contains few grammatical and/or mechanical errors and, if necessary, is correctly documented using MLA format.BA B paper is clearly above-average and more than meets the requirements of the assignment. Like the “A” paper, it has a clear thesis and organizational strategy; and each paragraph provides unified, coherent, and developed support for its thesis and subordinate assertions. If necessary, it properly documents sources. While the essay takes some “risks,” attempts complex strategies of development, and pays attention to audience, it falls short of the “A” essay in one or more of the following ways: the thesis may not be as interesting or insightful; there may be weaknesses in organizational strategy or its execution; the support may not be uniformly conclusive and convincing; and the style may not be as energetic or the diction as thoughtful. The essay shows strong evidence of editing since there are relatively few grammatical and/or mechanical errors.CA C paper is average work that solidly meets the requirements of the assignment. The essay has a thesis and organizational plan which demonstrate thought on the writer’s part, a generally clear style, and adequate documentation, if required. Paragraphs contribute unified and coherent support, but the writer may have difficulty with any of the following: the thesis may be too general; the evidence may be predictable, may not be thoroughly interpreted, or may not be clearly related to the writer’s point; the paragraphs may be uneven in development and transition. Even in the “C” essay, there should be relatively few grammatical or mechanical errors–not enough to interfere with readability; the student has done some editing, even though it may be superficial.DA D paper is below average work that demonstrates a serious attempt to fulfill the assignment and shows some promise but does not fully meet the requirements of the assignment. The essay may have one or several of the following weaknesses. It may have a general or implied thesis; but the idea may be too broad, vague, or obvious. The organizational plan may be inappropriate or inconsistently carried out. Evidence may be too general, missing, not interpreted, irrelevant to the thesis, or inappropriately repetitive. Documentation may be incomplete or inaccurate. The style may be compromised by repetitive or flawed sentence patterns and/or inappropriate diction and confusing syntax. Grammatical and mechanical errors may interfere with readability and indicate a less-than-adequate attempt at editing or an unfamiliarity with some aspects of Standard Written English.FAn F paper is substantially below average for the assignment. It exhibits one or several of the following. It may be off-topic. It may be an attempt to meet the requirements of the assignment, but it may have no apparent thesis or a self-contradictory one, or the essay’s point is so general or obvious as to suggest little thinking-through of the topic. It may display little or no apparent sense of organization; it may lack development; evidence may be inappropriate and/or off-topic or may consist of generalizations, faulty assumptions, or errors of fact. This essay may fail to handle borrowed material responsibly and/or to document appropriately. The style suggests serious difficulties with fluency which may be revealed in short, simple sentences and ineffective diction. Grammatical/mechanical errors may interfere with reader comprehension or indicate problems with basic literacy or a lack of understanding of Standard English usage.

COURSE SCHEDULE

Dates	Assignments
Week 1: Due June 2	Review course requirements and MLA Guidelines Write posts in Discussion board Read required readings Review These Are My Thoughts / This Is My Journey journal assignment Come up with topic for paper #1 / post draft in discussion board
Week 2 Due June 9	Post in Discussion board Read required readings Read responses to your paper, revise, and submit through assignment folder
Week 3 Due June 16	Write posts in Discussion board Read required readings Draft paper #2 / post in discussion board / revise / post final version via assignment folder
Week 4 Due June 23	Write posts in Discussion board Read required readings Draft paper #3 / post in discussion board / revise / post final version via assignment folder
Week 5 Due June 30	Write posts in Discussion board Read required readings Continue work on These Are My Thoughts / This Is My Journey journal assignment
Week 6 Due July 7	Write posts in Discussion board Read required readings Draft paper #4 / post in discussion board / revise / post final version via assignment folder
Week 7 Due July 14	Write posts in Discussion board Read required readings Turn in first draft
Week 8 Due July 21	Finish posts in Discussion board Read required readings Draft paper #5 / post in discussion board / revise / post final version via assignment folder
Week 9 Due July 24	Turn in These Are My Thoughts / This Is My Journey journal assignment

Unit 1 Writing About Plots, Main Ideas, Points of View

Learning Objectives:Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to describe examples of plots, main ideas, and points of view in literature.

Writing Requirement:

Please write a 500 750 word paper that analyzes plots, main ideas, and points of view in literature, or which creatively explores a theme or core idea.

Option 1: Describe the plot, main idea, point of view in a work of literature. See the Plot, Main Idea, Point of View flowchart

Option 2: Fight the Beast! A creative alternative in which you develop a plot and work with point of view. See the Fight the Beast! Flowchart

For help in developing your paper, please refer to theflowchart sectionbelow.

Readings:

Chapters 1 and 2 inBackpack Literature

W. Somerset Maugham The Appointment in Samarra

A servant tries to gallop away from Death in this brief sardonic fable retold in memorable form by a popular storyteller.

**Aesop The Fox and the Grapes

Ever wonder where the phrase sour grapes comes from? Find out in this classic fable.

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**Bidpai The Camel and His Friends

With friends like these, you can guess what the camel doesnt need.

William Faulkner A Rose for Emily

Proud, imperious Emily Grierson defied the town from the fortress of her mansion. Who could have guessed the secret that lay within?

Edgar Allan Poe The Tell-Tale Heart

The smoldering eye at last extinguished, a murderer finds that, despite all his attempts at a cover-up, his victim will be heard.

Videos: Great Authors:

FLOWCHART: Plot, Main Idea, Point of View

Select a short story from one of the ones that was assigned and use it for the basis of the following analysis. Please use MLA style.

Length: 750 words

Opening: A gripping scene or compelling idea that hooked you while reading the story (be sure to name the story and the author).

What is the theme or main idea in the story?

How do you know?

Example or Scene #1

Example or Scene #2

Describe the plot in a few sentences.

What is the point of view? How do you know?

Example 1

Example 2

After reading the story, what were some of the perplexing thoughts that might have occurred to you? What did you gain / how did you benefit from the story?

FLOWCHART: Fight the Beast!

Here is an opportunity be creative. Write a narrative that explores a different point of view and involves a rather dramatic conflict.

Length: 750 words

A few ideas:

Anaconda / Python Hunting in South Florida

Write from the point of view of someone on a python hunt

Use stream of consciousness point of view if youd like

Be sure to open with a vivid, illustrative scene

Include several scenes

My Nightmare, My Beastly Bete Noir

Fighting the beast within

Nightmares

Pre-dawn fear

What is the bad situation?

Use stream of consciousness point of view if youd like

Be sure to open with a vivid, illustrative scene

Unit 2 Writing About Characters, Settings, Tone and Style

Learning Objectives:Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to analyze examples of characters, settings, tone and style in literature.

Writing Requirement:

Please write a 500 750 word paper that analyzes characters, settings, tone and style in literature, or which creatively explores characters, settings, tone and style.

Analyze characters, settings, tone and style in a work of literature. See the characters, settings, tone and style flowchart

For help in developing your paper, please refer to the flowcharts below.

Readings:

Chapters 3 5 inBackpack Literature

Chapters

Katherine Anne Porter The Jilting of Granny Weatherall

Kate Chopin The Storm

Even with her husband away, Calixta feels happily, securely married. Why then should she not shelter an old admirer from the rain?

Jorge Luis Borges The Gospel According to Mark

A young man from Buenos Aires is trapped by a flood on an isolated ranch. To pass the time he reads the Gospel to a family with unforeseen results.

Ernest Hemingway A Clean, Well-Lighted Place

All by himself each night, the old man lingers in the bright caf. What does he need more than brandy?

Stephen Crane The Open Boat

In a lifeboat circled by sharks, tantalized by glimpses of land, a reporter scrutinizes Fate and learns about comradeship.

FLOWCHART: Characters, Settings, Tone and Style

Select a short story from one of the ones that was assigned and use it for the basis of the following analysis. Please use MLA style.

Length: 750 words

Opening: A gripping scene or compelling mental image from the story that hooked you while reading (be sure to name the story and the author).

Who are the main characters in the story?

How do you know, and what stands out? What do you learn from them?

Example or Scene #1

Example or Scene #2

What is the setting? What are the key details / descriptions that give you a mental image?

Key descriptions

The feeling the setting gives you

What kind of tone and style are employed? How do you know?

Example 1

Example 2

After reading the story, what were some of the perplexing thoughts that might have occurred to you? What did you gain / how did you benefit from the story?

FLOWCHART: Quirky, Weird, but I Learned a Lot! Memorable Characters in My Life

Here is an opportunity be creative. Write a narrative that explores characters from your family, community, a place you used to work, or a place you go to often.

Length: 750 words

The characters in my town, family, or a place I used to work

Open with an illustrative scene

Describe the character: physical description, background, his / her history, how I interacted with the person

The setting: where? Vivid, concrete descriptions

Tone / voice: make it lively / authentic / meaningful

Alternative Prompts:

1. Naughty Dog! (or Cat) — The adventures and exploits of a family pet who was very lovable … but very feisty! Describe scenes and episodes that you’ll never forget (even though you try).

2. Rising to the Occasion: You never know what you’re capable of until you’re challenged to do something. Describe a situation where you succeeded — and succeeded in surprising yourself! – in something you never dreamed you could do.

3. Eccentric Family Members: Loving and even wise, in their ways… describe a family member (or members) who sometimes make you cringe, but from whom you learned a great deal. What did they teach you? When? How? What made them so eccentric? Will you be one of the eccentric ones yourself someday (if you’re not already one today…!)

Unit 3 Themes / Symbols / Symbolism

Learning Objectives:Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to analyze examples of themes and symbolism in literature.

Writing Requirement:

Please write a 500 750 word paper that analyzes themes and symbolism in literature, or which creatively explores themes and symbolism.

Option 1: Analyze themes and symbolism in a work of literature. See the themes and symbolism flowchart

Option 2: Creepy Dreams and Lucky Charms: Symbolism in My Life

A creative alternative in which you describe dreams, superstitious behaviors, and lucky charms in your life. See the Creepy Dreams and Lucky Charms: Symbolism in My Life Flowchart

For help in developing your paper, please refer to the flowcharts below.

Readings:

Chapters 6-7 inBackpack Literature

John Steinbeck The Chrysanthemums

Fenced-in Elisa feels emotionally starvedthen her life promises to blossom with the arrival of the scissors-grinding man.

Charlotte Perkins Gilman The Yellow Wallpaper

A doctor prescribes a rest cure for his wife after the birth of their child. The new mother tries to settle in to life in the isolated and mysterious country house they have rented for the summer. The cure proves worse than the disease in this Gothic classic.

Franz Kafka

In the Penal Colony

FLOWCHART: Themes and Symbolism

Select a short story from one of the ones that was assigned and use it for the basis of the following analysis. Please use MLA style.

Length: 750 words

Opening: A gripping scene or compelling mental image from the story that hooked you while reading (be sure to name the story and the author).

What is going on in the story?

How do you know, and what stands out? What do you learn from them?

Example or Scene #1

Example or Scene #2

What are some of the elements that are repeated, and which start to become a symbol?

Key descriptions

Examples

Why is the symbolism important? How do you know?

Example 1

Example 2

After reading the story, what were some of the perplexing thoughts that might have occurred to you? What did you gain / how did you benefit from the story?

FLOWCHART: Creepy Dreams and Lucky Charms: Symbolism in My Life

Here is an opportunity be creative. Write a narrative that explores omen-like dreams in your life (can be nightmares) and also the things you carry (lucky charms and amulets) or the luck rituals you engage in.

Length: 750 words

The omen-like dreams Ive had, and the things I do for luck

Open with an illustrative scene

Describe yourself, give a bit of background

Give examples: creepy, omen-like dreams did they come true?

Things you do:

The $2 Bill I Always Carry

Neiko, My Lucky Cat (point him toward the window beckon the money in)

Lucky charms and amulets

Keep the tone lively and entertaining (unless you find a different tone works better)

Unit 4 Reading for Deeper, Philosophical Meanings

Learning Objectives:Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to describe how literary devices such as imagery, metaphors can yield deeper, philosophical meanings in literature.

Writing Requirement:

Please write a 500 750 word paper that explores how imagery, metaphors, and other devices can yield deeper, philosophical meanings in literature.

Option 1: Describe the where, how, and when deeper meanings are generated in a work of literature. See the deeper meanings generation flowchart.

Option 2: There Is No Meaning Without Repetition Literature Generation

A creative alternative in which you employ literary devices such as metaphor, imagery, simile, sound to develop the potential for multiple interpretations and deeper philosophical meaning(s). See the There Is No Meaning Without Repetition Literature Generation Flowchart.

For help in developing your paper, please refer to the flowcharts below.

Readings:

Chapters 12-15 inBackpack Literature:focus on imagery, other figures of speech (metaphor, simile, synecdoche, metonymy), and sound to determine how meanings are generated.

Joyce Carol Oates Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?

Alone in the house, Connie finds herself helpless before the advances of a spellbinding imitation teenager, Arnold Friend.

Eudora Welty A Worn Path

When the man said to old Phoenix, you must be a hundred years old, and scared of nothing, he might have been exaggerating, but not by much.

 

Sharon Olds I Could Not Tell

 

T. S. Eliot The winter evening settles down

Jean Toomer Reapers

Option 1:

FLOWCHART: Deeper Meanings through Imagery, Figures of Speech, Sound

Select a short story or poem from one of the ones that was assigned and use it for the basis of the following analysis. Please use MLA style.

Length: 750 words

Opening: A gripping scene or compelling mental image that captures some of the images and/or the deeper meanings. Mention the elements or devices that are repeated

How is imagery used?

Example or Scene #1

Example or Scene #2

What are literary devices being used? Find and list metaphors (synecdoche, metonymy), similes, and others

Examples

Is there any special use of sound? (assonance, alliteration)

Example 1

Example 2

After analyzing the work, which devices and concepts are repeated most often? What are some of the deeper meanings that the reader may develop?

Option 2:

FLOWCHART There Is No Meaning Without Repetition Literature Generation

Select a story or event from the news that intrigues you and write a fictionalized piece about it. In it, develop deeper meanings and/or literary elements by using literary devices that could include the following:

Metaphors

Imagery

Similes

Repetition of tropes, which could include characters gestures, characters behaviors, settings, etc.

Unit 5 Expanding, Revising, Shaping

Learning Objectives:Upon successful completion of this unit, you will create an expanded version of an earlier paper which both tightens and expands your previous work.

Writing Requirement:

Select one of the papers you have written for this course and expand it so that it has a total of 1,000 words.

Please be sure to do the following:

Tighten your thesis statement

Open with an engaging introductory paragraph

Provide additional examples

Correct MLA citation errors

Expand the argument and add more insights

Expand your conclusion

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HOW TO LEARN ONLINE

Troy University eTROY is designed to serve any student, anywhere in the world, who has access to the Internet. All eTROY courses are delivered through the Learning System. Blackboard helps to better simulate the traditional classroom experience with features such as Virtual Chat, Discussion Boards, and other presentation and organizational forums.

In order to be successful, you should be organized and well motivated. You should make sure you log in to our course on Blackboard several times each week. Check all announcements that have been posted. Start early in the week to complete the weekly assignment. You should also go to the Discussion Board early in the week and view the topic and question/s for the group discussion exercise. Make your initial posting and participate in the discussion. Begin reviewing for the exams early in the term. Do not wait until the last minute and cram for these exams. You should review the material frequently, so you will be prepared to take the exams.

eTROY CONTACT

Whether youre experienced at taking online courses or new to distance learning, were here to help you succeed in your online education. If you have general questions about eTROY programs, courses, policies, services or other university-wide topics, please visit the eTROY web site @ http://www.troy.edu/etroy; call 1-800-414-5756, or ASK TROY.