TSI 0304: Developmental Literacy II Section 001
Instructor: Osariemen Osaghae, M.Ed
Office : Holden Hall 78
Office Hours: MWF 8:30-9:30 or by appointment
Class: MWF 2 PM-2:50 PM
Phone: 806-742-3242
e-mail: Blackboard E-mail
edu
Course Syllabus and Expectations
I.
Textbooks And Other Materials:
II.
Course Goals:
A. Construct a 4-5 page Argumentative Research Paper using MLA format and formal
writing constructs.
B. Identify and properly use the signal words that indicate directionality in Argumentative
Writing for the purpose of understanding reading and for the purpose of constructing
Arguments.
C. Complete a Book Talk (7-10 minutes) on an approved novel to be read outside of class.
D. Construct a 4-5 page Compare and Contrast research paper using MLA format and
formal writing constructs.
E. Demonstrate vocabulary understanding by completing Aplia quizzes with an average of
70% or above.
F. Demonstrate reading comprehension by completing examinations and quizzes with an
average of 70% or above.
G. Demonstrate Revising Skills by completing Editing Quizzes and Activities with an
average of 70% or above.
H. Identify and properly use the signal words that Compare and Contrast for the purpose
of understanding reading and for the purpose of constructing Compare and Contrast
research papers.
I. Use, Define, and Apply at least three Content area reading strategies such as Exit
Slips, Mnemonic Devices, Reader Response, and Cornell University Methods of Notetaking on a weekly basis for the purpose of tracking and improving reading
comprehension and critical literacy skills.
III.
A. REQUIRED: Fusion: Integrated Reading and Writing Book 2 by Kemper/Meyer/Van
Rys/Sebranek (ISBN: 9781133803973)
B. REQUIRED: A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole, Walker Percy (Foreword by)
(ISBN: 9780802197627)
C. REQUIRED: Writing Utensil (i.e. pencil, pen)
D. REQUIRED: Something to write in
Learning Outcomes:
A. Locate explicit textual information, draw complex inferences, and describe, analyze,
and evaluate the information within and across multiple texts of varying lengths.
B. Comprehend and use vocabulary effectively in oral communication, reading, and
writing.
C. Identify and analyze the audience, purpose, and message across a variety of texts.
D. Describe and apply insights gained from reading and writing a variety of texts.
E. Compose a variety of texts that demonstrate reading comprehension, clear focus,
logical development of ideas, and use of appropriate language that advance the writer’s
purpose.
F. Determine and use effective approaches and rhetorical strategies for given reading and
writing situations.
G. Generate ideas and gather information relevant to the topic and purpose, incorporating
the ideas and words of other writers in student writing using established strategies.
H. Evaluate relevance and quality of ideas and information in recognizing, formulating, and
developing a claim.
I. Develop and use effective reading and revision strategies to strengthen the writer’s
ability to compose college-level writing assignments.
J. Recognize and apply the conventions of standard English in reading and writing.
*Please Note: These learning outcomes are aligned with the College Readiness Standards of
English/Language Arts along with Cross-Disciplinary Standards. For More information see
http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/files/dmfile/CCRS081009FINALUTRevisions.pdf
IV.
Grading Procedures:
A. Participation is mandatory. 20% of your grade will be based on regular participation in
your lecture section as well as some out of class activities/discussions. If you miss class
or don’t participate you won’t complete the activities.
B. Homework (Aplia) is worth up to 20% of your grade. No late homework is accepted.
C. You will have a Book Talk due at the end of the semester regarding a novel you select
that will be approved by the Instructor. More details will be given out as the semester
progresses. This assignment is worth 20% of your grade.
D. Major Exams, Tests, and the completion of the Post Diagnostic assessment
altogether are worth 20% of the overall grade. Tests and Major Exams cannot be made
up without documentation.
E. Quizzes will be provided during your section or online with Aplia. Quizzes completed
will be worth 20% of your final grade.
F. Extra credit: No extra credit will be given. Come to class ready to work.
G. Grading Scale: You must complete the course with a C or better to progress to the
next TSI Course or be declared College Ready.
90-100 = DA
80- 89 = DB
70- 79 = DC
60- 69 = DD
0 – 59 = DF
V.
Class Assignments:
A. General Note: Each assignment is a tool to reinforce skills and material taught in the
classroom. The amount of homework is carefully considered. Homework is not
assigned busy work, but rather it is assigned because of its vital importance to the
learning process. Therefore, students are expected to complete all assignments by the
due date. Handouts and extra information, as well as web assignments will be posted
on Blackboard. Please note assignments are subject to change if the instructor deems
it necessary.
B. All assignments must be typed and submitted to the appropriate place. I will
consider punctuation, spelling, and grammar in the grading process. The exercises and
assignments will be graded for both style and for content. You must also bring them to
class with you on the date assigned (if needed). That means you will need to be
responsible and make sure you can print something before you come to class.
C. Due Dates and Late Penalties: Assignments are due on the day (and time) that they
are shown to be due. It is your responsibility to keep up with due dates (whether set or
changed). Any late assignment will result in a grade of zero.
D. End of the Semester: There will be no curve at the end of the semester. You must
earn your grade by submitting high quality work on time, attending all class meetings,
and participating in class discussions and exercises. Students who come to class
prepared are consistently the most successful students.
VI.
VII.
VIII.
IX.
Absences:
A. There are no excused absences. I will track your attendance and progress daily.
Your presence in class is tracked using an attendance sheet provided at the beginning
of each class session for you to sign.
B. You are also responsible for signing the class attendance sheet at the beginning of
each class period. Signing this roster is your responsibility. In the event that a
student(s) signs the attendance sheet for another student(s), all parties will receive an
absence, a zero for the day, AND referral to the Office of Student Conduct. Absences
are reported to the TSI office daily; they will not be removed unless there is an internal
error.
C. Additionally, part of being in attendance means being focused and prepared; if you
are texting, sleeping, or have not read, expect to be counted absent.
D. Tardies and Leaving Class Early: If you are more than 10 minutes late for class, you
will be marked absent for the class. Leaving class early, without prior approval, will
result in an absence.
E. TSI Developmental program attendance is MANDATORY. Non-compliance with the
rules of attendance will result in a student being withdrawn from Texas Tech University.
Withdrawals are subject to University policies as set forth in the Undergraduate Catalog.
Students may appeal withdrawals when unusual extenuating circumstances exist by
picking up the Appeal of Withdrawal form to be returned to Holden Hall 78 within five (5)
days of exceeding allowed absences.
Office Hours
A. I encourage you to come see me in my office during these hours. These hours are
reserved for you and your concerns, so please make use of this time. If you cannot
meet during these times because of work or another class, contact me to set up an
individual appointment at a different time.
Email
Supplies:
A.
I check my e-mail regularly. Please allow at least 24 hours for a response. Typically, I
do not check email between Friday and Sunday. I will respond to any emails that I
receive over the weekend on Monday afternoon. Remember that all emails should be
sent via Blackboard, TTU emails will not receive a reply.
B. I expect students to use professional language and tone in all communication with me,
including email correspondence. My office hours or appointments are the best way for
us to address more complex questions and concerns about the course.
A. BE PREPARED FOR CLASS. Always bring the following to class:
1. Textbooks.
2. Notebook paper
3. A Confederacy of Dunces novel
4. Pen or Pencil
X.
Classroom Rules and Procedures:
A. You are to always exhibit integrity. Any action should reflect this idea.
B. Having integrity includes adhering to the following standards:
1. Be prompt. Class begins precisely on time, therefore a student is considered
tardy if he or she is more than ten minutes late.
2. Be prepared with all supplies and textbooks.
3. Be kind and respectful. All actions and words should reflect kindness and
respect for both the instructor and all other students. I will not tolerate rude or
disrespectful behavior directed at any member of this class. We are all adults
and should act as such. Anyone exhibiting disrespectful or vulgar language
and/or behavior will be asked to leave and counted absent for the day.
4. Be honest. Honesty is an important part of integrity. Cheating will not be
tolerated. Cheating includes sharing homework answers, looking at another
student’s test or quiz, and talking (even whispering) during a test or quiz.
Plagiarism is another form of cheating and will be addressed in more detail in the
next section of the syllabus. If the student has a doubt as to what constitutes
cheating, the instructor will gladly answer any questions.
5. Be mentally present. Use of electronic devices during class will not be
tolerated. If your phone rings or if I see you using any electronic device during
class, you will be asked to leave and counted absent for the day. Laptop
computers will only be allowed if necessary for completing the activities
scheduled for that day.
6. Be on task. There are times in class when it is appropriate to speak to your
peers (i.e., during group work). However, a general rule of thumb- if I am
speaking, you are not, you are listening.
7. NO CELL PHONES, non-medical electronics, I PODS (or i-anything), or NET
SURFING in class, unless otherwise directed by your instructor. If you are
experiencing an emergency and need your cell phone on please notify me
BEFORE class begins! Failure to follow this directive may result in your
dismissal and one marked absence for the affected class period.
*****NOTE: Students are expected to conduct themselves in manner conducive to learning and are prohibited from
engaging in distracting behavior, inappropriate behavior will result minimally, in a request to leave class. Comments
or actions promoting discrimination of any sort will result in serious disciplinary action, and or possible loss of credit
for the course.
XI.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
a. Texas Tech University aims "to foster a spirit of complete honesty and a high standard of integrity.
The attempt of students to present as their own any work that they have not honestly performed is
regarded by the faculty and administration as a serious offense and renders the offenders liable to
serious consequences, possibly suspension" (Undergraduate Handbook 49).
b. Although the university broadly defines the types of "dishonesty" that compromise academic
integrity, the most common offense for this course is plagiarism. Plagiarism includes, but is not
limited to, "the appropriation of, buying, receiving as a gift, or obtaining by any means material that
is attributable in whole or in part to another source, including words, ideas, illustrations, structure,
computer code, other expression and media, and presenting that material as one's own academic
work being offered for credit" (Onsite Politics xxviii).
c. Students suspected of plagiarism will be reported to the Office of Student Conduct. Students who
are found guilty of plagiarism will receive a zero (0) for the assignment, as well as further
consequences at the discretion of the Office of Student Conduct and TSI Assistant Director. For
more information on Academic Integrity visit:
http://www.depts.ttu.edu/studentconduct/academicinteg.php
**NOTE-For example, this means “NO” you can NOT turn in that paper you wrote about Holes in the 5th grade to
me, and expect to get a good grade.
XII.
Disabilities
a. Any student who, because of a disability, may require special arrangements in order to meet the
course requirements should contact the instructor as soon as possible to make any necessary
arrangements. Students should present appropriate verification from Student Disability Services
during the instructor’s office hours. Please note instructors are not allowed to provide classroom
accommodations to a student until appropriate verification from Student Disability Services has
been provided. For additional information, you may contact the Student Disability Services office in
335 West Hall or 806-742-2405.
b. “No requirement exists that accommodations be made prior to the completion of this approved
university process" (TTU OP 34.22, p.2). For more information call Student Disability Services at
742-2405 or visit http://www.depts.ttu.edu/sds/.
XIII. Title IX Statement
a. Texas Tech University is dedicated to providing a safe and equitable learning environment for all
students. Discrimination, sexual assault, and harassment are not tolerated by the university. You
are encouraged to report any incidents to The Student Resolution Center: (806) 742-SAFE (7233).
The TTU Counseling Center (http://www.depts.ttu.edu/scc/) provides confidential support (806-7423674) and the Voices of Hope Lubbock Rape Crisis Center has a 24-hour hotline: 806-763-RAPE
(7273). For more information about support, reporting options, and other resources, go
to: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/sexualviolence/
XIV. Observance of a Religious Holy Day
a.
XV.
“Religious holy day” means a holy day observed by a religion whose places of worship are exempt
from property taxation under Texas Tax Code §11.20. A student who intends to observe a religious
holy day should make that intention known to the instructor prior to the absence. A student who is
absent from classes for the observance of a religious holy day shall be allowed to take an
examination or complete an assignment scheduled for that day within a reasonable time after the
absence. A student who is excused may not be penalized for the absence; however,
documentation is required.
If Your Grade Drops Below a C
If at any time a TSI student falls below a C in ANY TSI course, he/she will be required to meet with
a TSI Advisor/Assistant Director twice a month and attend an hour of tutoring per week.
Determination of required tutoring will begin after the first assignment/first paper or at the discretion
of the TSI Instructor. Required tutoring will be factored into a student’s grade.
CHANGES TO THE SYLLABUS AND COURSE SCHEDULE: I reserve the right to change the dates on this
syllabus. All changes will be made accessible to students via classroom announcements and/ or
Blackboard.
Date
1/22
Reading List
Lecture Notes
Syllabus and Introductions
Avoiding Plagiarism
Attendance Policy
Nelson-Denny Reading Test
Paper Submission Policy
Diagnostic Measurement
ALL
*Nelson Denny pre-assessment
Aplia Introduction/ Turnitin.com
How to Complete Homework
and Assignments
Literature
Aplia Pre-Assessment
The Reading-Writing Connection
(Chapter 1)
Strap Strategy
Graphic Organizers
ALL
Understand reading and writing assignments
Use the traits for reading and writing
Use graphic organizers for reading and writing
Review the reading-writing connection
Read to learn
Understand the reading process
Use basic reading strategies
Read critically
Improve vocabulary
Read graphics
Review reading and learning
Improve vocabulary
Read graphics
Review reading and learning
F
1/25
M
1/27
W
1/29
F
2/1
Reading
Content
Area
What are your educational goals?
What is your learning style?
ALL
Academic Reading and Learning
(Chapter 2)
M
2/3
Objectives, Discussion, Thoughts, and
Assignments
Academic Reading and Learning
(Chapter 2)
W
2/5
F
2/8
M
2/10
*Novel SELECTION due for Book Talks to Blackboard on
2/5/2016 by 11:55PM
The Will
Argumentation
(Chapter 14)
Argumentation vs.
Persuasion
Argumentation
(Chapter 14)
Understanding the Voice
Book Talks sign ups
Argumentation
(Chapter 14)
First Draft vs. Last Draft
ALL
W
2/12
Understand Argumentation
Learn about reading strategies
Read and react to a professional essay
Read and react to a student essay
Plan an argument essay
“A Necessary Protection”
F
2/15
M
2/17
Website Search
*Argumentative Research Topic due to
Blackboard by 2/12/2016 at 11:55 pm.
Ch. 1 Quiz
W
2/19
Meet in the A&S Lab located in Holden Hall 105
Summarization
F
2/22
M
2/24
W
Summarizing
(Chapter 16)
Correct Citation and
Summarization
ALL
Understand Summarizing
Learn about reading strategies
Read and react to a summary
Write a summary
Practice additional summary writing
*Formal Argumentative Outline due by 2/24/2016 at
11:55 pm.
2/26
F
2/29
Citation and Works Cited
M
Understanding Sources of
Information
Evaluating Sources
Correct Citation and
Summarization
ALL
ALL
ALL
3/2
W
3/4
Write the first draft
Revise the writing
Editing the writing
*Rough Draft of Argumentative Essay DUE to
Turnitin.com on 3/2/2016 by 11:55 pm
Peer Review: If you do not complete a rough draft you
CANNOT complete a peer review.
Peer Review
F
3/7
M
Comparison
(Chapter 13)
3/9
Novel Assignment #1 TBA (Chs. 1-3)
What is Compare and
Contrast?
Recognizing Common
Comparison-Contrast
Patterns
“Life in a War Zone”
Write the first draft
Revise the writing
Edit the writing
W
Psychology
Music
3/11
Mid-Term Assessment
F
3/14
*****Spring Break*****
M
3/16
Read and react to a professional essay
Read and react to a student essay
Plan a comparison-contrast essay
Understand comparison-contrast
Learn about reading strategies
Education
Science
*****Spring Break****
W
History
Political
Science
3/18
*****Spring Break*****
English
Comparison
(Chapter 13)
Sociology
Midterm: 3/11/2016
*Final Argumentative Paper with Works Cited Page
DUE to Turnitin.com on 3/21/2016 by 11:55 pm.
F
3/21
M
3/23
W
3/25
F
3/28
M
3/30
Understanding Research
(Chapter 15)
Understanding Research
(Chapter 15)
Student Holiday
Novel Assignment #2 TBA (Chs. 3-6)
W
4/1
Independent Research Day
M
4/6
Writing Lab
Book Talks
F
4/11
Book Talks
M
4/13
Book Talks
W
Compare and Contrast Topic DUE 3/23/2016 to
Blackboard by 11:55 pm
Why do we need to research?
Reviewing Responsible
Research
Primary vs. Secondary
Sources
Evaluating Sources
ALL
Understand sources of information
Evaluate sources of information
Cite sources of information
Avoid plagiarism
Review responsible research
The How To’s of Website
Research
F
4/4
W
4/8
No classes 3/12-3/20
*Formal C&C Outline due to Turnitin.com 4/4/2016
Complete a Book Talk (7-10 minutes) on an
approved novel to be read outside of class.
4/15
Book Talks
F
4/18
Compare and Contrast Rough Draft due to
Turnitin.com on 4/18/2016 by 11:55 pm
Book Talks
M
Peer Review: If you do not complete a rough draft you
CANNOT complete a peer review.
4/20
W
4/22
F
Peer Review C&C Paper
Novel Assignment #3 TBA (Chs. 7-10
Final Assessment Review
Nelson-Denney Reading Test
4/25
Diagnostic Measurement
* Complete Aplia post-assessment-this is to be done
outside of class but due by 11:55pm on Aplia (4/25/2016).
M
4/27
Novel Assignment #4 TBA (Chs. 11-14)
W
4/29
F
Final Assessment
*FINAL Compare and Contrast Paper due to Turnitin.com
on 4/30/2016 at 11:55 pm.