SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES
American Degree Transfer Program
MODULE INFORMATION BOOKLET
ENGLISH COMPOSITION I (ENGL 101)
2022 FALL SEMESTER
(14 weeks)
Prepared by:
THAVAMALAR THURAISINGAM
Approved by:
Dr. Loh Kah Heng
Program Director
American Degree Transfer Program
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
29th August 2022
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CONTENT
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Introduction
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Learning Outcomes
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Delivery Method
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Assessment
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Academic Policy
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Scheme of Work
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INTRODUCTION
English Composition 1 is a writing workshop. This course involves planning, writing, editing,
revising and critical reading. Students will demonstrate their competence through a variety
of writing assignments. Students will be introduced to the principles of essay writing as well
as some (classification, cause-effect, comparison contrast, narrative, illustration and
argumentative) rhetorical modes. At the end of the course, students should be able to write
academic essays on various contemporary/social issues.
Lecturers’ Detail:
Lecturer Name
Email Address
Telephone No
Consultation
Hours
: Thavamalar Thuraisingam
: thavamalar.thuraisingam@taylors.edu.my
: 0123383084
: Mon / Wed : 10 am-11am
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this course, students should be able to:
1. Use the following methods of organization and development: narration,
classification-division, cause-effect, comparison-contrast, illustration and
argumentation appropriately
2. Analyze and evaluate written expression, reading critically for elements that reflect
an awareness of situation, audience, purpose and diverse points of view
3. Identify and incorporate relevant ideas from readings to support the thesis and practice
writing as a process of planning, organizing, composing, revising and editing
4. Compose essays with correct diction, syntax, usage, grammar and mechanics and
acknowledge sources through in-text citations as well as works cited
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PRE-REQUISITE / ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE:
Refer to ADP’s English Placement Table OR Minimum ‘C’ grade in ENGL 093
TAYLOR’S GRADUATE CAPABILITIES (TGCs)
This module hopes to prepare students with several important soft skills identified by the
university known ‘Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities (TGCs)’. There are eight (8) elements listed
under TGCs as follows:
A. KNOWLEDGE
TGC 1: Discipline Specific Knowledge
• Ability to demonstrate professional competence, articulate and adapt discipline
specific knowledge to novel situations, and be able to contribute from their
discipline to interdisciplinary solutions to problems.
B. COGNITIVE SKILLS
TGC 2: Critical Thinking & Problem Solving skills
• Ability to rationally and critically analyze, synthesize and evaluate evidence to
arrive at solutions.
TGC 3: Lifelong Learning
• Ability to adopt flexible and resilient learning methods to continuously learn,
unlearn and relearn in a self-regulated manner.
C. SOFT SKILLS
TGC 4: Communication Skills
• Ability to create and deliver messages effectively and sensitively in appropriate
contexts and communication styles.
TGC 5: Personal Competencies
• Ability to be self-aware and to self-regulate through skillful management of
one’s personal goals, intentions, responses and behavior.
TGC 6: Social Competencies
• Ability to understand the feelings of others, interact positively with them and
foster stable and harmonious relationships.
TGC 7: Entrepreneurialism
• Ability to influence change by being proactive, resourceful and prudent in
assuming risk.
TGC 8: Global Perspectives
• Ability to see the world as interconnected, seek to understand an individual’s, a
society’s, or a culture’s place in it and practice humility.
*Specifically, this module is designed to equip students with TGC1, TGC4, TGC5 and TGC6
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DELIVERY METHOD
TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS
√ LECTURES
Lectures are direct communication between students and lecturers in the lecture hall in which
the lecturer conveys information to the students. Two-way interaction is maximized as it
focuses on the explanation and discussion of the concepts, theories and examples related to
the topics.
Class attendance is compulsory. Students are advised to attend lectures because important
information related to the module such as syllabus as well as types and method of assessment
will be covered during the lecture sessions. Failure to attend lectures may lead to confusion
and misunderstanding on the module assessment and topics discussed in the coming classes.
REMINDER: Students who fail to maintain a minimum of 80 percent attendance will
be barred from sitting for the final examination.
√ SELF-INDEPENDENT STUDY
Students are responsible to do exercises, self-studying and search for additional information
and references from the library or the internet. Students should not expect they can master
the module by attending lectures only. Students also should not fully rely on information and
materials provided by the lecturer.
UNIT VALUE OF MODULE
3 credit hours
REFERENCE TEXTS
Langan, J., & AlbrightZ. L. (2019). College writing skills, with readings. Mcgraw-Hill
Education. Print
Connelly, Mark. (2013). The Sundance Writer (6th Edition). Boston, MA:
Wadsworth. Print.
Oshima, A. , Hogue , A. and Ravitch, L. (2017). Longman academic writing
series. Pearson: NJ. Print
Verne Meyer, Vandermey, R., John Van Rys, & Sebranek, P. (2021). The
college writer: a guide to thinking, writing, and researching. Wadsworth. Print
Briquet-DuhazéS., & Turcotte, C. (2019). From reading-writing research to
practice. Iste Ltd.; Hoboken.
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ONLINE SUPPORT
 Taylor’s Integrated Moodle e-Learning System (myTIMeS)
Taylor’s University provides a portal on Learning Management System known as Taylor’s
Integrated Moodle e-Learning System (TIMeS). Students can conveniently access to the
following module resources through TIMeS Portal.
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Module Information Booklet
Lecture Slides
Related documents such as Assignment Task Sheet, Grading Rubric, Exemplars
etc.
Important announcement such as homework, presentation dates, assignment
deadlines, turnitin submission deadlines etc.
Other module information
Students are advised to visit myTIMeS Portal every day to get latest information on the module.
ASSESSMENT
ASSESSMENT SUMMARY
Form of
Assessment
Reflective
Essay 1
Length/
Duration
3 weeks
Marks Due Date
20%
Week 4
Learning
Outcomes
1, 2, 3, 4
Assignment 1
4 weeks
25%
Week 8
1, 2, 3, 4
Assignment 2
3 weeks
25%
Week 11
1, 2, 3, 4
Reflective
Essay 2
3 weeks
20%
Week 14
1, 2, 3, 4
Participation
14 weeks
10%
Week 1
to Week
14
1, 2, 3, 4
TOTAL
100%
TGCs Achieved
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ASSESSMENT COMPONENTS
ASSIGNMENTS
Assignment 1 will be completed in small groups while all the other 3 assignments are
individual pieces of work. Students will have to complete three essays, an oral presentation
and a fact sheet over the 14 weeks. For each assignment, students will have to adhere
closely to the requirements of the writing process from developing a thesis outline, drafting,
researching, writing, proofreading and revising. For details, please refer to the assignment
task sheet and rubric for each assignment on the module myTIMeS page.
ASSESSMENT DETAILS
If a student is unable to participate in any assessment due to an illness or valid emergency,
notification should be given to the lecturer concerned within 24 hours of the assessment
time. By producing proper documentation upon returning, the student can request for an
assessment of equivalent level within the next 3 days.
Students are awarded a final grade which corresponds with the marks obtained.
All students must adhere to the Taylor’s University’s Examinations, Assessment Policies and
Procedures manual available at http://portals.taylors.edu.my.
ACADEMIC POLICIES
Attendance
Class attendance is compulsory. Students are advised to attend lectures because important
information related to the module such as syllabus as well as types and method of
assessment will be covered during the lecture sessions. Failure to attend lectures may lead
to confusion and misunderstanding on the module assessment and topics discussed in the
coming classes. Only absences with valid reasons and documented proof will be accepted.
REMINDER: Students who fail to maintain a minimum of 80 percent attendance will be
barred from sitting for the final examination.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the use of someone else's language, ideas, information or original material
without acknowledging the source. All students are expected to attend a course on proper
usage of referencing.
Plagiarism is a serious offence and any individual (who is suspected of plagiarism) would be
referred to the Academic Integrity Committee of Taylor's University. Please refer to the
Student Handbook for further information.
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Tardiness
POSITIVE ATTITUDE means, among others, being on time at the designated place. Tardiness
reflects bad planning and being rude to the person(s) who has/have been kept waiting. Being
late to class without valid reasons will be construed as unexcused absence (although you will
be allowed to attend the class).
Class conduct
All electronic devices (mobile phones, tablets or laptops) should be turned off during lecture
hours, unless permitted for class use by the lecturer. If you have any questions during the
lecture, do not hesitate to raise your hand to clear your doubt. Class participation during
discussion is encouraged.
Assignments
All assignments must be submitted on or before the scheduled date and time. Penalties will
be imposed for late submissions.
Repeat
Students are only allowed to repeat a course for a maximum of 3 times over the duration of
study, if they fail. Students are advised to retake the course if they obtain any grade below C
in the subsequent semester. A student has to obtain 70% or a min C grade in order to Pass
the course.
GRADING
Percentage
97% - 100%
90% - 96%
87% - 89%
84% - 86%
80% - 83%
77% - 79%
74% - 76%
70% - 73%
67% - 69%
64% - 66%
60% - 63%
55% - 59%
0% - 54%
Grade Points per Credit Hour
A+
4.00
A
4.00
A3.70
B+
3.30
B
3.00
B2.70
C+
2.30
C
2.00
C1.70
D+
1.30
D
1.00
D0.70
F
0.00
N/A
N/A
N/A
W
I
P
N/A
N/A
N/A
Definition
Outstanding
Very Good
Good
Average
Below Average
Fail
Withdraw
Incomplete
Pass
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SCHEME OF WORK
Course Schedule (the course instructor reserves the right to modify the work schedule as and when deemed necessary)
Week
1
Topic
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2&3
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4&5
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Learning
Outcomes
Introduction to
the Course
Academic
Writing Context
Reading
Critically
1, 2, 3, 4
Pattern of a
narrative essay
Strategies for
writing narrative
essays
Draft 1: Sharing
of chosen
narrative
Editing draft 2
Draft 1: Sharing
of chosen
narrative
Editing draft 2
1, 2, 3, 4
Basic
paragraphing
(TS, SD, CS)
Teaching & Learning
Activities
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
1,2,3,4
•
•
•
Readings
(Textbook
- optional)
Chaps. 2-5
Assessment
Ice – breaking
activities
Reflective Writing
Group discussions
Chap. 15
Lecture
Reading response
Think/Pair/Share
Narrative
Beginnings &
Endings
Show more than Tell
Graphical
Organizers –
Organizing
narratives
Peer-editing
personal narratives
Lecture
Completing
paragraph templates
Chaps. 6-9
Submission of
Narrative Essay1
Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities
Week
Topic
•
•
•
•
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6&7
•
•
•
•
Learning
Outcomes
•
Unity &
Coherence
Thesis
statements
Introductions &
conclusions
Locating Sources
Evaluating
Sources
Avoiding
Plagiarism
Documenting
Sources
Intro. to
Classification
Division genre
Pattern of a
ClassificationDivision essay
Ordering
principle for
classificationdivision
Strategies for
writing
classificationdivision essays
Teaching & Learning
Activities
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•
•
•
1, 2, 3, 4
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•
•
•
Readings
(Textbook
- optional)
Assessment
Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities
Writing paragraph
outlines
Editing paragraphs
for unity &
coherence
Writing thesis st.
Lecture
Pair work:
Documenting
Sources- Exercises
Lecture
Discussion
Pair work: Assessing Chap. 20
writing responses
using given rubrics
Writing essay
outlines
9
Week
Topic
Learning
Outcomes
Teaching & Learning
Activities
Readings
(Textbook
- optional)
Assessment
Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities
•
8&9
Locating main
ideas
• Identifying
support from
readings
Presentation
guidelines
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MODULE WITHDRAWAL
16TH OCTOBER 2022
1, 2, 3, 4
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•
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Intro. to
Argumentative
Essay
Pattern of an
argumentative
essay
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10&
11
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•
12 &
13
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Counter
Arguments
Organizing
Arguments
Introduction to
the chosen
movie/talks
1, 2, 3, 4
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•
•
1, 2, 3, 4
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•
•
•
Submission of
Assignment 1
Lecture
Topic choice &
outline preparation
Brainstorming for
current issues &
decide on oral
presentation topics
Identify the parts of
an argumentative
essay
In class debate
Lecture
Outlining &
Ordering Arguments
Preparing a fact
sheet
Lecture
Reading response
Discussion of
chapter Qs
Collaborative
Writing
Chap. 22
Chap.22
Assignment 2
Prescribed
movie / talks
10
Week
14
Topic
•
Discussion of
characters &
themes
•
Impromptu
practice
questions
Learning
Outcomes
1, 2, 3, 4
Teaching & Learning
Activities
•
•
•
Outlining responses
Peer editing
Writing Practice &
Feedback
Readings
(Textbook
- optional)
Assessment
Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities
Timed Writing
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