Course Info
What is the full course title listed on the syllabus?
Intro. to Academic Prose (English 110)
One of our learning outcomes involves students demonstrating an ability to develop a clear what?
focus
How many major writing assignments are listed for the course?
What is the policy on plagiarism according to the syllabus?
Plagiarism will not be tolerated; proven plagiarism receives 0% and may lead to disciplinary action.
How many credit hours is English 110 worth?
3 hours
The course helps students practice writing for different audiences and contexts. What phrase in the syllabus describes the types of situations students will analyze?
rhetorical situations
What is Major Assignment #1?
Personal Narrative
How much AI-generated content is permitted in a student's final graded assignment?
No more than 25% AI-generated
What is the preferred method to contact the instructor and the typical response time during the week?
Email (wdavis@bsd124.org(opens in new tab); within 48 hours
In one sentence, explain what a "threshold concept" means in this course context.
A threshold concept is a key idea about writing that helps you understand how writing works across different places and audiences.
According to the syllabus, what is the grading scale range for an A (top and bottom percentages)?
A = 93% - 100%
If a student turns in an assignment two days late, what is the maximum percent penalty taken off the top?
20%
According to the syllabus, what is the best time to set up a meeting with the instructor?
During Anchor (or during planning periods/after school by appointment)
Which assignment is explicitly called the "Signature Portfolio Assignment", and about how many pages should it be?
Final Reflection; approx. 3 pages
Describe the instructor's timeline for returning essays or longer assignments (how many weeks).
Essays or longer assignments will be graded within three weeks of submission.
What's the maximum percentage possible that can be earned on an assignment that is turned in four or more days late?
The maximum possible is 60% of the grade earned (after four or more days late)