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ENG2209 Argumentative Research Writing

Spring 2018 Syllabus

Version OLv.23:12/17

University of Northwestern – St. Paul

Office of Adult & Graduate Studies 3003 Snelling Avenue North St. Paul, Minnesota 55113

[email protected]

© 2017 University of Northwestern – St. Paul

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ENG2209 Argumentative Research Writing University of Northwestern – St. Paul

Syllabus

Credits 3

Description A writing course designed to improve students’ skills in source analysis, critical thinking, and argumentation as they create research papers. Students will develop skills in research by using reference materials, journals, and databases used by scholars in their disciplines.

Prerequisites Successful completion of ENG1109 or equivalent transfer course.

Learning Objectives 1. Demonstrate in research papers the ability to choose a legitimate persuasive research topic and

either broaden or narrow it to fit within a given set of length parameters 2. Locate and glean appropriate information from at least three different types of primary and

secondary sources in the library (including both print and non-print mediums) as demonstrated on a reference page

3. Recognize and write an argument that employs well-reasoned supporting evidence and integrates examples and analysis into a text, rather than one which uses sentences or phrases to string together a series of quotations

4. Correct mechanical, grammatical, format, and content errors, as demonstrated by written comments on peers’ papers and a final draft

5. Participate constructively in peer conferences that focus on editing papers and content revision, as demonstrated by written peer critiques

6. Use critical reading and writing skills, as demonstrated by completing critical thinking assignments

7. Write a university-level researched paper using a formal documentation style, as demonstrated by producing a text that receives no lower than a C- (70%)

8. Use generating, drafting, and revising strategies to improve drafts, as demonstrated by students’ prewriting, first draft, and final draft

9. Distinguish between plagiarism and correct reference to sources, including direct quotations and paraphrases, as demonstrated by proper source usage within the research paper

10. Demonstrate integrity in writing by avoiding plagiarism and by seeking multiple avenues for credible data, rather than only those sources with supporting opinions

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Materials Wood, Nancy V. Essentials of Argument. Edition: 3. Publisher: Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall. Year: 2011

Course Site Resources Department of English and Literature. Guide to Editing Essentials. Publisher: St. Paul, MN: University of Northwestern – St. Paul. Year: 2017

Grading

Assignments Percent Research Paper 50 Writing Process Assignments 30 Critical Thinking Activities 20 Total 100

Grading Scale Percentages A ≥ 93 B ≥ 83 C ≥ 73 D ≥ 63 A- ≥ 90 B- ≥ 80 C- ≥ 70 D- ≥ 60 B+ ≥ 87 C+ ≥ 77 D+ ≥ 67 F < 60

Late Work Policy All assignments are due as described in the course syllabus. Students are responsible for meeting assignment deadlines. Late assignments will be deducted one full letter grade (e.g., A to B) per day; late assignments will not be accepted for a grade beyond 3 calendar days past the original deadline. Forum discussion activities must be completed on time; late forum posts will not receive any credit. Students should contact the instructor via e-mail if an extenuating circumstance exists.

Guidelines and Information Students are responsible for policies and procedures found in the Office of Adult & Graduate Studies catalog located on theROCK. These policies include the following:

● Deadlines for dropping or withdrawing ● Attendance (absences and tardiness) ● Student/instructor communication ● Assignments (plagiarism and turnitin.com) ● Grading ● Using course sites

Instructors may have course-related expectations that further detail the policies and procedures outlined in the catalog. Any such expectations must be provided to students in writing (e.g., handout, course site posting) prior to or at the beginning of the class.

Traditional undergraduate students enrolled in A&GS courses are subject to the traditional undergraduate student handbook for all non-course-specific policies and procedures.

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CAPSS Statement UNW students requesting academic accommodations in association with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are directed to notify the Disabilities Office for Support Services (DOSS) immediately to begin the application process. CAPSS also provides the following: writing and subject tutoring, advocating, transitional skill building, academic coaching (organization, time management, test taking, etc.).

Contact CAPSS for more information: [email protected] • 651-628-3241 • N4232 (Revised 8/17)

Critical Response to Alternate Viewpoints When students are reading or viewing assignments, they may encounter viewpoints, words or images that their instructors would not use or endorse. Students should know that materials are chosen for their value in learning to read, write and view critically, not because the materials are necessarily Christian.

Overview ENG2209 is a six-week, three-credit writing course. The purpose of the course is to improve students’ performance in four areas: research, critical thinking, writing, and editing. Upon completion of this course, students will have demonstrated university-level competency in these skills by drafting, writing, revising, and editing their own paper as well as conferencing with and critiquing the papers of their peers.

Requirements

Argumentative Research Paper Write one argumentative research paper, formatted according to APA documentation style (including a title page, in-text documentation, and a reference page). The text of the paper, excluding the reference page, should be eight to twelve typed pages (250 words per page, between 2000 and 3000 words total). The paper should be double-spaced, using a 10- to 12-point font size. The paper must contain a minimum of four credentialed sources (review the “Finding the Best Sources” presentation posted in the Week 1 section of the course site for full source requirements). A final draft less than 2000 words in length will result in automatic failure of the course.

The paper must be argumentative in nature: it must persuade the reader by using rhetorical appeals and persuasive language, rather than neutral or merely descriptive language. The paper must address counterarguments and anticipate audience response.

The topic chosen must be debatable for the given audience and approved by the instructor. Instructors reserve the right to prohibit certain topics (e.g. abortion, capital punishment, gift of tongues, homeschooling, women’s ordination, etc.).

It is not permissible to use a previously written paper, either yours or another’s, for this course. Note: If you are retaking this course, you may only reuse your topic and process assignments from the previous attempt if you did not complete and submit a full rough draft.

With specified process assignments and the final draft of your paper, you must submit a copy of source pages cited in your paper with the quoted or paraphrased passages highlighted. (If only one page of an article or book is used, a copy of only that page needs to be submitted.) Additional instructions will be provided during the course.

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Grading The final draft of the research paper is graded according to the English Department grading standards. You must receive a C- or better on the final paper in order to pass the course. If you receive a grade less than a C- due to content problems, you must retake the course. If the grade is due to editing errors, you are given one week to remediate the paper to standards; failure to complete this process will result in a failing grade for the course. The final grade on a revised paper cannot exceed a C-.

You must submit a first draft of your paper for small group conferencing. Producing a late or an inadequate draft will affect the conferencing grade as well as the paper’s final grade. Before the conference draft is due, process assignments are required. For each of these assignments, you receive a designated number of points. The instructor may require you to redo assignments that are below satisfactory standards. You may also be required to work with the ALPHA OWL for tutoring and resources.

All final drafts must be submitted to Turnitin.com. When uploaded on the course site, the final draft assignment is automatically submitted to Turnitin.com and is available to the instructor.

Editing Skills Although the instructor will review some editing concepts, students enrolled in ENG2209 are assumed to be responsible for editing concepts covered in ENG1109 Composition and Editing, the previous course in the composition sequence at UNW. These concepts consist of the contents of The Guide to Editing Essentials, a required text for this course. To assist you with the editing skills required for this course, editing exercises and review quizzes are provided under the Week 1 “English All” link. If you are not familiar with or are weak in these editing concepts, you are responsible to continue studying the Guide to Editing Essentials, posted on the course site. For additional help, you may work with the ALPHA Center for tutoring and resources through the online ALPHA OWL program. Contact the ALPHA Center by calling the direct line 651-628-3316 or by emailing them at [email protected] for further assistance with this.

Critical Thinking Activities The development and strengthening of critical thinking skills are a main emphasis of this course. Therefore, several online critical thinking lessons and critical thinking discussion forum activities are assigned. The focus of these lessons and activities directly relate to the research and writing process for the final essay.

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Checklist Complete all assignments during the week designated. For any questions regarding these assignments, contact the instructor.

Week 1: Finding a Strong Topic and Preparing for Research Due Day 4

 Complete the Understanding Plagiarism quiz

 Complete the Class Introductions Forum (in the Welcome section)

 Read Wood, Chapters 1 and 6

 Listen to “Guidelines for Topic Selection” presentation (5:53)

 Complete Possible Topics assignment

 Complete Personal Argument Style assignment (Wood, pp. 22-23, 3.a.)

 Complete Library Assignment #1

 Complete Critical Thinking Lesson 1

 Review the “English Department Grading Standards”

Due Day 7

 Listen to “Creating a Tentative Thesis” presentation (4:45)

 Create a tentative thesis statement

 Read Wood, Chapter 3

 Listen to “Finding the Best Sources” presentation (12:16) (the information from this presentation is also presented in the “Finding the Best Sources” handout posted in the course site)

 Complete Library Assignment #2

Week 2: Planning Your Argument and Starting Research

Due Day 4

 Read Wood, Chapters 5 and 11; skim Chapter 10

 Complete Critical Thinking Lesson 2

 Participate in the “Future of Life” Analysis discussion forum

 Complete Organizing Your Argument Lesson

 Create a tentative outline

Due Day 7

 Research for your paper

 Complete two source sheets for credentialed sources

 Listen to “Types of Proofs” presentation (2:47)

 Complete Introduction Analysis assignment

 Read “Writing Body Paragraphs” handout

 Complete Critical Thinking Lesson 3

 Review feedback on tentative outline

 Complete Audience Analysis assignment

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Week 3: Building Your Argument and Integrating Research Day 4

 Read Wood, Chapter 7

 Complete Evaluating Types of Proof assignment

 Complete Critical Thinking Lesson 4

 Research for your paper

 Complete two source sheets for credentialed sources

Due Day 7

 Listen to “Integrating Research” presentation (6:55)

 Complete the APA In-Text Citation Lesson

 Listen to “Avoiding Plagiarism and Paraphrasing Tips” presentation (3:50)

 Complete Practice with Paraphrasing assignment

 Optional: Read Sample Essay 3

Week 4: Drafting the Argument and Continuing Research Due Day 4

 Research for your paper

 Complete Critical Thinking Lesson 5

Due Day 7

 Complete the APA Annotated Bibliography Lesson

 Create an annotated References page formatted in APA o The bibliography must contain at least four credentialed sources (review “Finding the

Best Sources” handout from Week 1 for full research requirements). At least one source should be from a position that disagrees with your thesis. Designate this source (or sources) with an asterisk by the author name(s)

o Each credentialed source must have an annotation: sentence one should provide a brief summary of the source’s content; sentence two should provide a brief overview of the author’s credentials

 Complete the Source Checklist Questionnaire

 Complete Editing Review Quizzes 1 and 2

Week 5: Evaluating the Argument and Completing Research Due Day 4

 Complete Analyzing Visual Arguments assignment

 Continue researching for your paper as needed

 Read “Writing Conclusions” handout

 Write a full conference draft (rough draft) o This draft should include the introduction, body, conclusion, and annotated references

page and be at least 1800 words (excluding the references) o Review the sample papers with comments in the resource folder o Submit your draft to the course site as an assignment and post in the Peer Conferencing

forum

 Create a source packet for rough draft o Listen to “Creating a Source Packet” presentation (3:30)

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o Review “Preparing Scanned Documents” presentation (2:48)

Due Day 7

 Participate in the Peer Conferencing forum

Week 6: Fine-Tuning the Argument Due Day 2

 Finalize research for essay

 Listen to the “Feedback Review & Processing Tips” presentation (6:00)

 Review peer and instructor feedback on full conference draft

 Post draft in Polishing and Editing Conference forum

Due Day 4

 Participate in the Polishing and Editing Conference forum

 Complete Critical Thinking Lesson 6

Due Day 7

 Complete the Final Draft: o Finalize revisions from Polishing and Editing Conference o Review “Final Draft Formatting Guidelines” handout o Upload your Final Draft to turnitin.com via the course site link.

 Note: Your instructor will access your assignment via turnitin.com and post a grade with feedback in the course site. When uploaded on the course site, the paper is automatically submitted to Turnitin.com and is available to the instructor.