Course Number and Title:
ENG 111 Honors Composition and Research
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: ENG 101 or higher and English department chairperson approval
Course Credits and Hours
3 credit(s)
3 lecture hours/week
Course Description
This advanced writing course also focuses on high order critical reading (analysis, synthesis, contextualization, and evaluation) and presentation skills. The course emphasizes sophisticated approaches to argumentation and research that are informed by cultural studies theory. Students must be recommended by their ENG 101 instructor.
Additional Materials
USB drive or other storage device
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
- Compose information-based documents using appropriate research strategies that evaluate the credibility of resources and demonstrate proper documentation (CCC 1, 2, 4, 5)
- Access, retrieve, and evaluate material from academically credible sources needed for effective research writing (CCC 1, 2, 4, 5)
- Use strategies necessary to deliver effective oral presentation(s) for diverse audiences (CCC 1, 2, 4, 5)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Compose information-based documents using appropriate research strategies that evaluate the credibility of resources and demonstrate proper documentation
- Demonstrate mastery of the writing process.
- Recognize and develop appropriate writing strategies for given scenarios.
- Organize, identify, and devise argumentative positions in response to readings.
- Apply analysis, synthesis, contextualization, and evaluation to course texts and other resources.
- Employ American Psychological Association (APA) documentation in written, visual, and spoken communication.
- Summarize, paraphrase, and quote sources as appropriate for the writing task.
- Access, retrieve, and evaluate material from academically credible sources needed for effective research writing
- Locate, select, and evaluate reputable sources of information.
- Read technical content critically.
- Use strategies necessary to deliver effective oral presentation(s) for diverse audiences
- Adapt content from a research-based document into presentation(s).
- Demonstrate appropriate vocal skills, including pronunciation, rate, and tone.
- Demonstrate appropriate non-verbal skills, including eye contact, posture, and enthusiasm.
- Integrate relevant visual material into presentations.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
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A |
| 80-89 |
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B |
| 70-79 |
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C |
| 0-69 |
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F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
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Evaluation Measure
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Percentage of Final Grade
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Unit 1: Formative (50) and Summative (150)
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200 (20%)
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Unit 2: Formative (50) and Summative (150)
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200 (20%)
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Unit 3: Formative (50) and Summative (150)
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200 (20%)
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Unit 4: Formative (50) and Summative (200)
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250 (25%)
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Unit 5: Formative (0) and Summative (100)
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100 (10%)
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Activities: 50
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50 (5%)
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TOTAL POINTS: 1,000
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100%
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Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.