Course
Instructor
Credits
Meetings
Academic Writing
Palmer Glass
Non-credit
Monday-Sunday
This class meets 100% online.
Instructor’s Contact Information
646-872-5931
Office Phone
Office Location
Email Address
Office Hours
Syllabus Changes
Online
palmer@nyc.rr.com
Fridays 1-2pm
Instructors reserve the right to make changes to the syllabus as needed, and you are
responsible for keeping up with those changes. Please log on regularly to Blackboard to get
the most current information.
Course Description & Information
Pre-requisites, Co- Online Learning Expectations: To be successful academically, online students must be able
requisites, & other to navigate & search the internet, use email, attach and upload documents, download & save
restrictions files, and have access to and use Microsoft W ord, Excel & PowerPoint.
Course Description
In the world today in order to succeed people need good communication skills. One of the most
necessary skills is the ability to write well. Good writing skills are needed for a job, college, graduate
school, and even in daily life. If you need to develop your writing skills then this writing course could
just be what you need. This is a course that will help students learn all the essentials of writing an essay.
The course will instruct students how to write academic essays for college, graduate school, and even for
taking a test like the TOEFL. A wide variety of essay styles will be covered such as argumentative,
descriptive, narrative, cause and effect, and others. Students will get intensive practice learning about
essay structure and organization. Emphasis will be placed on writing actual essays and learning the
editing process.
Required Readings
PDF files and articles provided online
Course Goals, Objectives/Outcomes
Understand how to approach an essay question or topic
How to brainstorm and generate ideas
Write clearly structured paragraphs
Develop supporting points to support a thesis statement
Grading
Grading (credit)
Criteria
Updated April 27
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80 total Discussion posts worth one point each
3 essays each worth 30 points
3 outlines worth 10 points each
140 points = 100% (100-90% A, 90-80% B, 70-80% C, 60-70% D, 0-60% F)
Discussion board questions will be posted throughout the semester. You are required to
answer my question with your own well developed response. You are required to then ask
substantive and thoughtful questions of at least one of your classmates. Finally, you are
required to answer at least one question that has been asked of you.
There should be 2 postings a day on four separate days
Discussion Board
Criteria
1. The content of your postings must demonstrate an understanding of the relevant
text material.
2. Your initial posting must include your last name in the subject line.
3. Your initial posting must be posted no later than midnight W ednesday of the week
assigned.
4. The questions you ask of your classmates must be posted no later than midnight
Friday of the week assigned. (These must be questions. Credit will not be granted
for comments and observations)
5. Your answers to the questions asked of you must be posted no later than midnight
Sunday of the week assigned. These should be substantive in nature.
POINTS
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80 total Discussion posts worth one point each
Students are expected to log on to the class at least on four separate days
For Discussion Classes
Numerous grammar exercises and activities allow for individual creativity, while building
correct usage of the language in an interactive, dynamic way. Students interact with peers
during class activities to improve their interpersonal skills.
The listening selections expose students to a wide range of topics including but not limited
to: phone conversations, fairy tales, recipes, interviews and cultural topics.
Class Preparation &
Participation
Deadlines are set for class participation to enable everyone to have an equal voice. You will
need to log in to the discussion board and come to class at least 3 times a week. You will
need to log in and post a comment by Tuesday at Midnight, Thursday at midnight and
Saturday at Midnight each week. Make sure you set aside time and make a schedule that
works for you to be in class. Most students log in everyday for 5 to 15 minutes just to see
what is going on.
For Non-Discussion Classes
Your attendance in class will be determined by the timely submission of assignments,
homework and tests. These assignments generally follow a weekly format and students are
expected to come to class in the online setting on a regular basis just as in a face to face
classroom.
Course Policies
Class
Students are expected to log on to the class at least on three separate days
Attendance
Student For Netiquette information, visit this webpage: http://hunter.cuny.edu/ce
Conduct/
Netiquette
Taking Exams and Proctoring: Many of the online classes at CEP at Hunter College utilize online
quizzes and/ or written assignments that are submitted electronically. However, some online courses
Special
require students to secure a proctor to supervise exams. Instructors that require proctored exams
Procedures
will post the requirement in CEPOnline Connect under course information as "Specific
Requirements." You may also contact an instructor prior to registering for an online class if you
Updated April 27
would like to verify course specific requirements.
To secure the approval of a proctor at a distance, students must complete the Proctor Approval
Form and submit the form to the instructor for approval at least 10 days prior to the required exam.
Complete instructions for choosing and approving a proctor near the location of the student are
contained in the proctor approval form
To access the CEP blackboard platform: https://hunter.acebb.cuny.edu/
Blackboard
Support
Technical
Support
For Blackboard support for students:
https://help.blackboard.com/en-us/Learn/9.1_2014_04/Student
Email: CE@hunter.cuny.edu
Phone: 212-772-4003
For a New Student Orientation to Blackboard, visit:
https://help.blackboard.com/en-us/Learn/9.1_2014_04/Student/090_Tools/Discussion_Board
You can get technical support or assistance by visiting the Technology Support page here:
https://hunter.acebb.cuny.edu/ or by contacting the IT Helpdesk at 212-772-4003 or
CE@hunter.cuny.edu
Students are expected to follow the University’s Academic Integrity Code. If you are caught
Plagiarism &
plagiarizing, you risk failing the course. All written assignments will be evaluated by the Blackboard
Academic
system for plagiarism and instructor review. To read the conditions of the AIC, visit the following
Integrity
website: Hunter
Copyright
Notice
The copyright law of the United States (Title 17, United States Code) governs the making of
photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted materials, including music and software. Copying,
displaying, reproducing, or distributing copyrighted works may infringe the copyright owner’s rights
and such infringement is subject to appropriate disciplinary action as well as criminal penalties
provided by federal law. Usage of such material is only appropriate when that usage constitutes “fair
use” under the Copyright Act. See hunter college library copy right: Hunter College Library
- Prior to the first class meeting, tuition is refunded minus the $20 registration fee and a $10 drop
Withdrawal
from Class
fee.
- After the first class meeting, no refunds will be issued.
- Certificate Program students will have a $100 penalty deducted from tuition upon withdrawal.
Refund Policy for Online Courses once a student logs into the system, this will count as attending
the first class session. Therefore, no refund will be issued. For more information, click here
Incomplete
Grades
ADA
Statement
Updated April 27
According to the CEP grading, an Incomplete (“I”) will only be awarded in the case of exceptional
circumstances. Mere inability to submit work on time, or missing the final exam, is not valid reasons
for an Incomplete.
Students must make arrangements with the instructor prior to the final exam it they wish to receive a
grade of incomplete. The deadline for the completion of the coursework is stated on the course
syllabus. If the course work is not completed within the specified time frame, the incomplete grade
will become an “F.”
ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
CE is committed to making reasonable accommodations for individuals with documented qualifying
disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Those seeking accommodations based on a substantially limiting disability must contact and register
with The Office of Disability Services (ODS) at www.ods.appstate.edu or 828-262-3056-Once
My class
Tutoring Info
Advising &
Other
Student
Support Info
registration is complete, individuals will meet with ODS staff to discuss eligibility and appropriate
accommodations.
For information about classes & advisers, to check midterm and final grades or to register for
classes, Student logging
The College does offer tutoring assistance for many courses. For more information or to schedule an
appointment, consult the Tutoring webpage here:
http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/ce
For information about academic advising, visit the Student Success Center’s Academic Advising
page:
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Schedule of Assignments
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Week One
Class Introduction
Class Session
Learning
Objectives
Voice thread about Brainstorming
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Activities
Act.1 Video How to Brainstorm
Act.2 Read article about process
Act.3 Map with Clustering
Post comments to discussion forum - review this week’s material
Understanding how to brainstorm
This Week’s reading about Brainstorming
Post
Conclusion
Homework
Week Two
Class Introduction
Class Session
Learning
Objectives
Voice thread about making the Outline
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Activities
Class Session
Learning
Objectives
Activities
Post
Updated April 27
Understand how to build an out
Understand the structure of the Introduction as presented in the outline
Understand the Body of the essay as presented in the outline
Act.1 Video about Outline
Act.2 Examples of Outlines
Act.3 Video Process of making Outline
Post comments to the Discussion Forum - review this week’s material
Understanding how to Outline the Essay
This Week’s reading about Outlining
Post
Conclusion
Homework
Week Three
Class Introduction
Understand the essay question and brainstorm
Understand Several different methods of brainstorming
Understand several different styles of essay questions
Voice thread about making the Thesis Statement
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Create a Thesis statement and Supporting Points
Understand the elements that make a good Thesis Statement
Understand the elements that make good Supporting Sentences
Act.1 Video How to W rite a Strong Thesis Statement
Act.2 Article about what makes good Thesis Statement
Act.3 Article Supporting Thesis Statement
Post Comments to the Discussion forum – review this week’s material
Conclusion
Homework
Week Four
Class Introduction
Class Session
Learning
Objectives
Understanding what makes a good Thesis Statement
This W eek’s reading about Making a Thesis Statement
Voice thread about the Introduction of the essay
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Activities
Act.1 Video about the Thesis Statement
Act.2 Article to read about the parts of the Thesis Statement
Act.3 Video about the parts of the Thesis Statement
Post Comments to the Discussion forum – review this week’s material
Understanding what makes a good Introduction for the essay
This Week’s reading about making an Introduction
Post
Conclusion
Homework
Week Five
Class Introduction
Class Session
Learning
Objectives
Voice thread about the Topic Sentences of the essay
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Activities
Voice thread about the Body Paragraphs of the essay
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Activities
Post
Conclusion
Homework
Week Seven
Class Introduction
Class Session
Learning
Objectives
Activities
Post
Conclusion
Homework
Updated April 27
Write a clear topic sentence
Understand the two parts of the Topic Sentence
Understand the Controlling Idea in the Topic Sentence
Act.1 Video about the Topic Sentence
Act.2 Article to read about the parts of the Topic Sentence
Act.3 Video about the parts of the Topic Sentence
Post Comments to the Discussion forum – review this week’s material
Understanding what makes a good Topic Sentence for the essay
This Week’s reading about making Topic Sentences
Post
Conclusion
Homework
Week Six
Class Introduction
Class Session
Learning
Objectives
Understand the structure of the Introduction
Understand the elements of the Introductions such as the four parts
Understand what the Issue is in the Introduction
Understand and create body paragraphs
Understand how the Topic Sentence relates to the Body Paragraphs
Understand how reasons and examples function in the Body Paragraphs
Act.1 Video about the Body Paragraphs
Act.2 Article to read about the parts of the Body Paragraphs
Act.3 Video about the process of making the Body Paragraphs
Post Comments to the Discussion forum – review this week’s material
Understanding what makes a good Topic Sentence for the essay
This Week’s reading about making Body Paragraphs
Voice thread about the Conclusion of the essay
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Understand what makes a good Conclusion to the essay
Understand the four parts of the Conclusion
Understand the idea of a restatement presented in the Conclusion
Act.1 Video about the Conclusion
Act.2 Article to read about the parts of the Conclusion
Act.3 Video about the process of making the Conclusion
Post Comments to the Discussion forum – review this week’s material
Understanding what makes a good Conclusion for the essay
This Week’s reading about making the Conclusion for the Essay
Week Eight
Class Introduction
Class Session
Learning
Objectives
Voice thread about understanding grammar use in an essay
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Activities
Act.1 Video about the grammar use in an essay
Act.2 Article to read about the grammar use in an essay
Act.3 Video about the process of editing for grammar
Post Comments to the Discussion forum – review this week’s material
Understanding what makes for good grammar in the essay
This Week’s reading about grammar use in the essay
Post
Conclusion
Homework
Week Nine
Class Introduction
Class Session
Learning
Objectives
Voice thread about understanding examples and support in the essay
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Activities
Activities
Post
Conclusion
Homework
Updated April 27
Write logical examples and support for the essay
Understand the differences between reasons and examples
Understand the differences between personal examples and hypothetical examples
Act.1 Video about examples and support in the essay
Act.2 Article to read about examples and support in the essay
Act.3 Video about the process of examples and support in the essay
Post Comments to the Discussion forum – review this week’s material
Understanding what makes good examples and support in the essay
This Week’s reading about making examples and support in the essay
Post
Conclusion
Homework
Week Ten
Class Introduction
Class Session
Learning
Objectives
Review an essay for grammar mistakes and understand the importance of revision
Understand editing the format of the essay
Understand editing the grammar in the essay
Voice thread about editing process
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Understand the editing process fully and put finishing touches on the essay
Understand the different parts of the essay to edit
Understand the reasons for editing
Act.1 Video about the editing process
Act.2 Article to read about the editing process
Act.3 Video about the reasons for editing
Post Comments to the Discussion forum – review this week’s material
Understanding what makes for good editing of the essay
This Week’s reading about editing the Essay