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Course Snapshot for ENG121 - English Composition I

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Course Competencies

The competencies you will demonstrate in this course are as follows:

  1. Exhibit an understanding of audience, purpose, genre, context, and formatting that is responsive to the situation.
  2. Plan, write, revise, and review multi-paragraph compositions that stress analytical, evaluative, exploratory, and persuasive/argumentative writing within various rhetorical situations.
  3. Apply conventions of composition including organization, presentation, and stylistic choices.
  4. Employ critical and evaluative reading skills in order to synthesize evidence and/or sources in support of a claim, using an appropriate documentation system.
  5. Apply genre conventions including structure, paragraphing, tone, mechanics, grammar, syntax, and style.
Learning concepts for this course are enchanced using presentations, external internet sites, and online discussions.

Module Outcomes Mapped to Competencies

The module outcomes that will permit you to demonstrate course competencies are:

Module 1
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Examine narrative writing to describe the qualities of good writing.   A, C, D
2 Create clear, specific, purposeful thesis statements.   B, C
3 Identify parts of the writing process, and demonstrate them in the planning of an essay.   A, B
4 Examine introductions and conclusions to determine what makes them successful.   A, C
5 Brainstorm, plan, and write a narrative essay.   A, B, C, E
6 Demonstrate the understanding of the definition and consequences of plagiarism in writing.   D, E
7 Demonstrate critical reading skills and the correct use of grammar conventions through NROC foundation lessons. B, C, D, E
Module 2
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Demonstrate the ability to read critically and analytically through the use of annotations and close analysis. B, D
2 Support ideas with correctly cited, specific, effective quotations.   D, E
3 Demonstrate the effective use of transitions between paragraphs.   C, E
4 Examine peer review techniques, and demonstrate the use of those skills.   B, D
5 Brainstorm, plan, and write a close analysis essay.   A, B, C, D, E
6 Demonstrate critical reading skills and the correct use of grammar conventions through NROC foundation lessons.  B, C, D, E
Module 3
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Examine writing for rhetorical purpose.  A, D
2 Demonstrate the ability to analyze arguments for rhetorical strategies and appeals.  A, D 
3 Deconstruct an argument to understand the strategies and skills at work. A, D
4 Demonstrate effective paraphrasing and summary skills.  C, D
5 Brainstorm, plan, write, review, and revise a rhetorical analysis essay. A, B, C, D, E 
6 Demonstrate critical reading skills and the correct use of grammar conventions through NROC foundation lessons. B, C, D, E
Module 4
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Demonstrate critical understanding of scholarly arguments through the combination of their ideas. D
2 Compare and contrast arguments in order to create synthesis.  B, D
3 Demonstrate effective use of rhetorical strategies and tone.  A, C, E
4 Demonstrate effective use of quotation, paraphrase, and summary as support for claims.   C, D
5 Create a clear, correct Works Cited page.  D, E
6 Brainstorm, plan, write, review, and revise a common ground synthesis.   A, B, C, D, E
7 Demonstrate critical reading skills and the correct use of grammar conventions through NROC foundation lessons.  B, C, D, E
Module 5
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Debate scholarly arguments using credible support. B, D
2 Locate sources using the available library databases.  B, D
3 Evaluate credibility and usefulness of sources. B, D
4 Demonstrate thoughtful counterargument.  B, D
5 Brainstorm, plan, write, review, and revise a counterargument essay.  A, B, C, D, E
6 Demonstrate critical reading skills and the correct use of grammar conventions through NROC foundation lessons.  B, C, D, E

Course Time Commitment and Expectations

Course Activity Hours and Student Learning Hours
Course Credit Hours Course Format (Duration) Pace Relative to a 15 Week Course Course Activity Hours Student Learning Hours Per Week
3 15 Weeks - 135 8.5 to 9.5
3 10 Weeks 1.5x faster 135 12.5 to 14.5
3 6 Weeks 2.5x faster 135 21 to 24

For every credit hour, students should plan to spend an average of 2-3 hours per week for course-related activities in a 15-week course. For example, a 3 credit hour course would average an average 6-9 hours per week to read/listen to the online content, participate in discussion forums, complete assignments, and study the course material. For 10  and 6-week courses, the amount of time per week will be higher so all course competencies, module outcomes, and assignments will be covered.

ENG 121 has the following assignments (Please Note: This list is subject to change based on the discretion of the instructor facilitating this course.) :

Summary of Grading
Assignment Points %
Discussions (15 @ 25 points each) 375 37.5%
Academic Integrity (1 @ 50 points) 50 5%
Identity Narrative Essay (1 @ 100 points) 100 10%
Close Analysis Essay (1 @ 100 points) 100 10%
Rhetorical Analysis Essay (1 @ 100 points) 100 10%
Common Ground Synthesis Essay (1 @ 125 points)  125 12.5%
Researched Rebuttal Argument Essay (1 @ 150 points) 150 15%
TOTAL 1000 100%
Grading Scale
A = 90 to 100% B = 80 to 89% C = 70 to 79% D = 60 to 69% F = 59% and below

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