Syllabus - SP2014

Jennifer Justice <jjustic@purdue.
edu> Office: Heav 210

English 106 Introductory Composition Office Hours: 2-3pm (T/R)
Time: 4:30 5:20 p.m. M-F English Office Phone: 494-3740
Spring 2014 (For department questions only, please)

syllabus
Welcome to English 106, the First-year Composition course at Purdue. For many of you, English means
term papers and literature reviews...but this is a Composition course. This means we will spend the
semester composing...in words, in visuals, on paper and digitally. The goal of this glass is to focus on
communication: how we do it, why we do it, and the way we respond to it. We will work in three locations
throughout the semester: the classroom, conferences, and the computer lab.

texts
required:
Wysocki and Lynch, Compose Design Advocate, 2
nd
Edition
Blackmon, Haynes, and Pinkert, Composing Yourself: A Student Guide to Introductory
Composition at Purdue, 2013-2014

recommended:
A good college dictionary
A college writing handbook (OWL is preferred)

writing: word.picture.byte

When we think of the word text, its often easy to become fixated on the image of heavy books with worn
edges, dull covers, and pages and pages of technical writing. We associate the word with textbooks,
informational pamphlets, and academia. Yet, more than ever, a text is not limited to something we pick up
and analyze in the classroom. For us, a text is an object or idea that sparks a discussion. When devout
Muslims petitioned to have a mosque built at Ground Zero? Text. The video game you play instead of
doing homework? Text. And not only the lyrics, but the music to your favorite song on the radio? Also a
text.

In English 106, we will be looking at texts as objects found in a large number of mediums. Whether you
are a computer science major, an aspiring engineer, or a budding novelist, you are surrounded by texts,
on the TV, radio, internet, or tucked in the pages of magazines and academic chapters. And you, both as
students and as private individuals, are creating your own texts every day.

This course is designed to help you get critically and creatively involved in reading and writing effectively.
In addition to the standard college essay, we will be expanding what writing means to include different
textual forms--including elements that may seem to have little to do with our traditional understanding of
text. Our work this semester will incorporate visual design, alternate media, and the rhetoric inherent to
the various genres we encounter. We will also be reading a variety of texts from Compose Design
Advocateessays, posters, ads and everything in betweenthat challenge us to re-think how messages
reach us, how we respond to them and how we, in turn, create them. Writing is more than simple
communication: it also helps you figure out what you think, helps you work through what others say and
think, and helps you understand how their ideas compare to your own. It impacts emotions and how we
see the world. Whether you are reading or writing, your role is not a passive one. Part of the goal of this
class is to increase and improve your participation in the consumption and production of writing, bringing
your own knowledge, experiences, and interests to the table as you evaluate the writing you encounter.

As we look at various forms of writing--whether its academic or advertisement--we are not primarily trying
to criticize it, but to learn from itabout how it works, and what it suggests about how our culture works.
Language is one of the most fundamental ways we establish identity and community and pass that on to
others. By the end of the semester, you should be able to differentiate between public and academic
genres of writing, recognize when each is appropriate, and be able to produce both types with skill and
confidence.

rhetoric: language.purpose.audience.world

One of my goals is to help you become rhetorically awarethat is, to help you learn that writing involves
countless choices and that you need to think carefully about what you want to say, why you want to say it,
who needs to "hear" it, and how you'll need to shape your text to be persuasive to others. Rhetoric often
has a negative reputation, tied up with associations to politics and manipulation, but what we will be
looking at is rhetoric as communication meant to invoke a response. The way we craft our language
changes how the world perceives us, and rhetoric allows us to take control of that perception.

inquiry

An important aspect of the course is the cultivation of a "habit of inquiry." Often times we think of research
as something done for stuffy papers that will only be read by the professor, but inquiry (or the ability to
ask important and relevant questions) involves seeking out additional background information on topics
for all issues, whether it is for academic or personal reasons. This class will be more useful, interesting,
and worthwhile for you if you begin thinking now about the questions and ideas that matter most in your
life, and the ways you can investigate them further in books, articles databases, online sites, archives,
interviews, and whatever else makes itself available. We will be focusing on how to find the best, most
accurate, and most engaging information--not simply the first ten web addresses that Google gives you
from a basic word search.

conferencing

Half of you are scheduled to meet with me in Heavilon 225 on Tuesdays, the other half in Heavilon 225
on Fridays. During the first week, we will familiarize ourselves with the rooms and cover conferencing
guidelines. Most times, after the first week, we will be meeting individually. However, during later projects
where more time is needed for peer review, we may have group conferences in order to give you plenty
of time to receive help. Sign-ups for conference times will be available through our course page on
Blackboard. It is your responsibility to know your time and to make sure you show up.

In order to have a successful conference, please make sure to do the following things each week:

bring a passage from your writing you would like us to discuss and a half-page of writing, typed
and single-spaced, in which you explain what youre trying to do in that passage, how it fits into
the rest of the piece of writing, and why youre concerned about it, or

bring a passage from your reading you would like us to discuss and a half-page of writing, typed
and single-spaced, in which you explain your question about the passage and what you think is
going on in the passage.

The length of the passage is up to you, but keep in mind that we only have ten minutes. The purpose of
the pre-conference writing is to get you to work through some specific ideas, issues, or insights
beforehand so that we can get the most out of our conference time, and do so in a manner tailored to
your specific needs. If you do not bring your passage and your half-page, or youre late to your
appointment time, Ill count you absent. Treat conferences as a class day. If you know ahead of time that
you will be unable to attend, it is your responsibility to contact me and make arrangements for a
replacement time.

assignments and grades

You have four major projects to do throughout the semester. Several of these projects will include
multiple parts, involve composing in various mediums, and require revisions. These projects will be the
main focus of the course. Because these projects can be overwhelming on their own, you will have many
smaller, short writing assignments that are meant to help prepare you to successfully complete them.
While these assignments are separate from the larger projects, they are a key component to your
success and will count for part of your overall grade.

The grades break down like this:
Poster Analysis = 200pts
Advertisement Project = 200pts
Editorial Project = 150pts
Slam Project = 50pts
Research Podcasts = 200pts
Portfolio = 100pts
Participation = 100pts
Total = 1000pts

You are responsible for keeping up with all the readings and for participating in class. If you miss class,
keep in mind that you are responsible for making up the work. Conferences do count as a class day
and missing a conference counts as an absence.

technology

I would like for this to be a technology-friendly class. For that reason, smartphones, laptops, tablets, and
other smart devices will tentatively be allowed during class. However, if you bring it, you are agreeing to
conduct yourself appropriately. This class is only 50 minutes. Please make sure all phones are on silent,
and refrain from texting. Lack of participation and attention will negatively impact your grade and, if you
are disruptive, your technology privileges will be revoked outside of our lab hours.

email

Communication is key. Throughout this semester, it is essential that you communicate with me if you
have questions, concerns, or specific needs. However, I receive a lot of emails daily. In order to help me
help you, please make sure that you clearly label the subject so I can locate and respond to your emails
as quickly as possible. All email subjects should include your name and a one or two word description of
the contents.

Ex: John Jones - Question or Sarah Smith - Revised Assignment

attendance

Class attendance is mandatory in order to hold a successful workshop-oriented class. You are required to
be present, timely, and to actively participate in the days activities. Persistent absences can and will
negatively affect your grade. I will accept up to three non-excused absences. However, further absences
will result in grade reductions without a doctors note or other proof of emergency.

Even if your absence is not excused, please notify me via email if you know you are going to be absent
and be sure to get materials and notes from myself or a classmate. Keeping up with the work you have
missed is your responsibility.

The days we do peer critiques are days you are required to have a rough draft of your project. If
you do not have a rough draft, you cannot participate effectively in class that day, and therefore you will
be considered absent. However, paper copies are not required. If you prefer, you may bring your rough
draft in on your laptop or other smart device.
plagiarism
Plagiarism is the act of copying, deliberately or not, the work that someone else has done. While we will
be talking about proper citation and effective research methods in class, it is your responsibility to be
aware of Purdues plagiarism policy and steps you can take to make sure that your work is not infringing
on someone elses. Plagiarism can result in failing the assignment or possibly the course.
late work
Turning in work after the due date may result in grade penalties. Extensions may be granted, but only if
you contact me at least 24 hours before the due date.
rewrites
The first two projects may be rewritten once each within the time period before the next project is due.
The last paper obviously cannot be rewritten. The rewrite grade will be averaged with the first attempt; a
B is usually the highest possible rewrite grade. Keep in mind that a rewrite is a substantial reworking of
the project, not just surface corrections and grammar. Turn in all rewrites with the original graded version.
disability
If you have a disability that requires special accommodations, please see me privately within the first
week of class to make arrangements.
emergencies
In the event of a major campus emergency, course requirements, calendar, deadlines, and grading
percentages are subject to changes as necessary. Information about possible changes will be
communicated by me through email. If you have questions, please email me, and for more information,
see ITAP's Campus Emergency website: http://www.itap.purdue.edu/tlt/faculty/ .

syllabus changes

The schedule provided below is a tentative schedule. That said, no changes will be made to the
homework load less than two class days in advance (ie, if Wednesdays homework has changed, you will
know by Monday). However, further details may be added, as well as links to additional reading, in order
to provide you with an easy reference. This is so you only have to check one location, rather than many,
in order to get your homework requirements.

If you are absent, it is your responsibility to find out what you missed. In the case of absences please
check with a classmate or double-check the syllabus before the next class session to make sure you do
not miss announcements.
tentative schedule (may be adjusted as necessary)

Week 1 Jan.13-17

Monday & Thursday - Class
Class Introductions / Ethos, Pathos, & Logos
Wednesday - Computer Lab.
Creating identities
Tuesday & Thursday - Conferences
Groups of 5. Check Blackboard for your time.
Readings (By Thurs)
CDA (1-9, 22-30, 58-62, 240-251, 266-67)
Homework
Thursday - 3 Questions About the Syllabus - written and/or typed
Week 2 Jan.20-24

Jan.20Martin Luther King Jr. DayNo Class / Color, Captions,
and Positions
Analyzing Visual Arguments, Introduce Poster Project
Pairs - Find a poster (print or online) and bring to analyze
Readings (By Thurs)

Week 3 Jan.27-31
Selecting A Poster / Politics, Culture, and the Effect of Lenses
Drafting
Pairs - Bring Outline for your Poster Analysis
Readings (By Mon)
CDA, Chap. 7, (38-47, 70-77, 333-346), I Hate Strong Female
Characters
Homework
Friday (Midnight) - Outlines via Google Docs
Week 4 Feb 3-7

Peer Review / Peer Review (Bring Drafts)
Revising
Pairs - Bring revised draft
Readings (By Mon)
CDA (38-43)
Homework
Monday - Rough Drafts Due (in class)
Week 5 Feb.10-14

Persuasion and Ethics / Advertisements vs. PSAs (Introduce PSA
Project)
Photoshop Day - Introduction
Pairs - Picking a Project
Readings (By Thurs)
CDA (377-391), Train, How to Write an Interesting PSA
Homework
Monday (Tuesday if you attended the remote class) - Poster
Essay Due via Google Docs
Week 6 Feb.17-21

Design Unity / Juxtaposition
Photoshop/Windows Movie Maker Day
No conferences this week
Readings (By Mon)

Homework
T & F - Design Plans Due
Week 7 Feb.24-28

Peer Review / On Campus Ads
Photoshop Day / Begin Reflection Paper
Remote Conferences. Instructions will be emailed.
Week 8 Mar.3-7

Presentations / Presentations
Reflection Papers
Groups of 4 - Paper Peer Review
Homework
Monday - Printed Posters/Finished Commercials, Friday -
Reflection Paper via Google Docs
Week 9 Mar.10-14

Audience / Introduce Editorial Project.
What makes a good topic? Begin proposals
Pairs - Bring in your proposals. If you plan on leaving for break
early, you must make arrangements to meet with me at a different
time.
Readings (By Mon)
CDA (97-130, 392-402), Working to Stop Teens Texting While
Driving, I forgot my phone
Homework
Due Mon. After Break - Topic Proposal
Week 10 Mar.17-21 M - F (Spring Break, No Class)
Week 11 Mar. 24-28

Video vs. Text / Peer Review
Drafting
Pairs
Readings (By Mon)
CDA (133-145)
Homework
Friday- Rough Drafts due via Google Docs
Week 12 Mar.31-April 4

Peer Review / Form and Style as Attention Getter
Introduce Slam Project
Pairs - Drafting
Readings (By Mon)

Homework
Friday - Final Editorial Drafts Due via Google Docs
Week 13 April 7-11

Peer Review, Introduce Research Podcasts / Presentations
What is a Podcast?
Groups of 4 - Begin Proposals
Readings (By Mon)

Homework
Friday - Slam Projects due via Google Docs
Week 14 April 14-18

Finalize Topics / Primary Research
Audacity - Introduction
Tuesday & Thursday- Conferences
Groups of 4 - Progress Report
Readings (By Mon)

Homework
Sunday - Webography Due
Week 15 April 21-25

Extra Lab Day (BRNG B274)/ Peer Review (Bring headphones)
Writing with Research
No conferences this week (use time for recording)
Readings (By Mon)

Homework

Week 16 April 28-May 2

Article Peer Review / Presentations (Bring headphones)
Drafting
No conferences this week
Homework
Final Project Due May 1

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