ENG 102
Course Outline: Module 6
Definition
INSTRUCTIONS for using this Outline Template:
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Please use Arial font, color black and size 11.
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Keep this as the Master Outline Template. Rename and call each by its Module (1, 2, etc.)
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Fill in the Activities boxes with the name of assignment, point value, etc.
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In the Module Outline, you may copy items, and delete items that you are not using.
Example: maybe you aren’t using “Blog” in Module 2, so delete that from the Outline.
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Please write any notes to your coach in red font, using their name first.
Example: Karen- please look in textbook on page 321 for the illustration example.
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Upload to your drop box, the coordinating module Objectives Worksheet with the Module Outline.
MODULE OUTLINE
Introduction
NOTE: If you have Lessons within your module, you should have an introduction introducing
what the lesson (topic) will be covering. You may also include images if you like; just make
certain that you include the website (resource) where you found the image.
https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcR3ZFP_9nrm9xw0Nz1j9JJDT8osSFse0z9qxwZRa1jTWxhSuDqG
I’m sure this definition isn’t true for any of you…. This module we will discuss definitions and using
definition as a strategy for writing an essay. We will look at connotations (the feelings associated with
certain words) and we will also create a topic proposal for a definition essay. So put your phone away,
turn off the TV, and let’s get started.
Learning Objectives
NOTE: You will be turning in the Objectives Worksheet with each Module Outline.
After completing this module, you will be able to:
1. Create connotative definitions for various words
2. Choose a development strategy for a definition essay
3. Create a topic proposal for a definition essay
Due This Week
Assignment
Format
Grading
Interactive Lecture on Connotation
Blackboard
10
Connotation Video
Video
n/a
Connotation BLog
Blog
10
eBook
n/a
LESSON 1
LESSON 2
Read chapter 9 Sections 10-11
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Take Reading Questions
Definition Topic Proposal
?
Assignment
20
Literary Analysis Essay
100
*Use this table to fill out the course calendar. Be sure to add dates in the course calendar.
Learning Activities
The learning activities section is a way for you to sequence your students learning. Consider this as
your way of guiding them to understanding and scaffolding their learning. Be creative, use the right
tool for the right objectives and whenever possible integrate knowledge checks with feedback and/or
reflection. Be sure to provide an overview of each activity in the sequence and how it will help the
learner achieve the learning objectives. Add learning activities as necessary.
This is where you would insert lessons if you choose to use them: Lesson 1, Lesson 2, etc. See the
example below.
Be sure to delete from this template, any activities that you do not plan to use in this module. For
example, if you will not use a “Interactive Case Study”, then delete the entire activity on Interactive
Case Study.
Lesson 1: Definition and Connotation
In this lesson, you will:
1. View an Interactive Lecture
2. Watch a video
3. Post in a Discussion Board
(You would copy/paste Reading header, and type in the assignment; copy/paste Interactive
Lecture header, type assignment; copy/paste Discussion Board header, type assignment.)
Lesson 2: Definition Development
In this lesson, you will:
1. Read from eBook
2. Answer Practice Questions
3. View Interactive Lecture
4. Create a Definition Topic Proposal
5. Literary Analysis Essay
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Interactive Lecture
NOTE: ALL pictures or media clips must include the resource from where it came. Should you
need assistance with finding “Free” resources, please contact your coach.
“Connotation”
Please complete this interactive lecture. It discusses the difference between denotative and connotative
definition. (Do we need to indicate this is graded? – question applies to previous modules as well)
The interactive lecture meets learning objectives 6.1
Media
Watch this short video for further explanation and examples of connotation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmqOld0Ye-4
Blog (will need a grading rubric)
Assignment Name
Graded
Assignment
Connotative Definition
YES
10pts
Points Possible
Course blog so they can read each others, but don’t have to
respond
Connotative Definition
Posting Directions:
Choose a word and write two fully developed paragraphs about how that word had changed in
connotation over time. This change can be for your personally (for example: When I was younger, I
thought success meant____, now I think it means _____) or the change can be for society (example:
Marriage used to mean____, but these days it means____). Please do not use these either of these
words for your post.
Grading and Feedback
You must follow all directions to get credit for this post. Standard Blog rubric will apply.
You can expect this assignment to be graded within 7-10 days of your submission. Check “My Grades”
for your grade and feedback.
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Reading
Read chapter 9, sections 10-11 in your eBook
Read this section of your eBook that discusses using Definition as a strategy for writing an essay. You will
walk through how to develop a definition essay and how to complete a topic proposal. There are practice
activities you need to complete in the reading
This chapter meets learning objectives 6.2 and 6.3
MindTap
Assignment Name
Graded Assignment
Points Possible
Reading Questions for Chapter 9 (sections 10-11))
YES
?
“Reading Questions for Chapter 9 (sections 10-11)
After reading the chapter in your eBook or textbook, please answer the following questions.
This chapter meets learning objectives 6.2 and 6.3
Grading and Feedback (If applicable)
Questions will be automatically graded upon submission. Check “My Grades” for your grade and
feedback.
Topic Proposal (May need a grading rubric)
Assignment Name
Graded Assignment
Points Possible
Definition Topic Proposal
YES
20pts
“Definition Topic Proposal”
You need to create a topic proposal for your Definition Essay. You will decide on a topic and create a
proposal in this module. This essay will be a research essay, so we will go over a few important
aspects of research in the next couple of modules. Your outline for the Definition Essay will be due in
Module 9, and then the Essay itself will be due in Module 10.
Directions:
1. Click on the Topic Proposal Form to open. (Karen, this form will be in the dropbox titled “Topic Proposal
Form”)
2. Type in the answers and information as indicated.
3. Save your information and include the word you are defining in the title.
4. Click on the link to submit your Topic Proposal. (I’m not sure these directions are clear, but I don’t know
exactly what the students will see to be able to tell them what to click on.)
Grading and Feedback (If applicable)
Explain the parameters of the assignment. Click Here to view the rubric.
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You can expect this assignment to be graded within 7-10 days of your submission. Check “My Grades”
for your grade and feedback.
Assignments (will need a grading rubric)
Literary Analysis Essay
This section is for any type of assignment that is not within the learning sequence such as: Papers,
Projects, or Group Assignments. This section is for ongoing project assignments and updates.
Assignment Name
Points Possible
Literary Analysis Essay
100pts
Due Date/Time EST
Date @ Time
(if tracking)
Number of
Attempts
Privacy Settings
UNLIMITED or Specific Amount (provide # of attempts)
Individual or Course
Description of assignment
Using the Literary Analysis Outline you created last module, you will need to write a Literary Analysis
Essay on the story or poem you chose.
Guidelines:
 Needs to follow the basic essay structure discusses in Module 1
 Needs to be in MLA format. This includes font, spacing, etc.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=27&v=3Qf8AfiCcD4
 Should be between 700-1200 words (This ends up between 2-3 pages in MLA format. Your word
count shows in Microsoft Word on the bottom left of the screen).
 You do not need to do any outside research, but if you do include any, you will need to list the
sources in a Works Cited Page. https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/05/
 Please review how to avoid plagiarism:
https://elearning.kctcs.edu/bbcswebdav/institution/Gateway/_Instructor%20Resources/Library%2
0Resources/Tutorial%20mp4s/Plagiarism.mp4
Instructions for Submission
Provide instructions for submitting here. (don’t know this yet)
Grading and Feedback
Explain the parameters of the assignment. Provide rubric if applicable.
You can expect this assignment to be graded within 7-10 days of your submission. Check “My Grades”
for your grade and feedback.
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