Instructor Info
Where is Ms. Wilmot from?
Jacksonville, Florida
What is the class textbook called?
Writing @ 7200 Feet: A Beginner’s Guide to Composition and Rhetoric
Can I use AI?
Obviously not.
What are the three major assignments called?
Visual Analysis, Researched Argument, and Rhetorical Storytelling Project.
Is there extra credit?
No
What is Ms. Wilmot's email?
ewilmot@uwyo.edu
When are MOST assignments due?
To prevent panic from submitting an assignment a bit after midnight, assignments will be due before class, meaning at 7:59 am. Therefore, if you see an assignment is due on a particular day, keep in mind it is due BEFORE CLASS not later in the day. Exceptions will be major assignment submissions (meaning final drafts of the 4 core essays).
Should I do the readings?
Yes. Absolutely. 100%. Ja. SÃ. Oui.
I specifically cut down on the amount of readings they suggest, so please just do them, otherwise you're probably going to be lost.
What is a cover letter?
A short assignment that accompanies each major essay.
It has you look over the writing process from the previous weeks that led up to the submission of the final draft.
What is the "fresh start policy?"
If you end up not completing this semester of 1010 for any reason and need to re-enroll in a future semester, please sign up with a different instructor next time around. This "fresh start policy" will help alleviate the feeling of repeating the same course and will give you the benefit of being taught by a teacher with additional advice and perspectives on writing.
Where is Ms. Wilmot's office?
Hoyt 308
What is the late work policy?
Late assignments will be accepted up to 3 days past the due date. For each day late, 15% will be deducted from the final grade. I will grant an extension if you contact me at least two days before the assignment is due and with a valid reason. Said reason should be accompanied with an excuse note from the Dean of Students or with a piece of documentation.
How often should I check my announcements on Canvas?
Daily and for all your classes.
What are the due dates for ALL major assignments (including the Final Portfolio)?
Visual Analysis: Monday, February 23
Researched Argument: Wednesday, April 8
Rhetorical Storytelling Project: Wednesday, April 29
Final Portfolio: Saturday, May 9
Do I have to already be a "good" writer?
No! We're here to learn. There's no such thing as dumb questions, and there's always an opportunity to revise.
How will Ms. Wilmot primarily communicate with the class?
Announcements and the "Daily Due Dates" pages.
What is the attendance policy?
Attendance is required. 6 absences drop your grade by one letter, 9 means you fail the class.
Your engaged participation, then, is essential to your success in this course. Excessive tardiness, early departure, lack of preparation, or lack of participation can result in you being marked absent. If you miss class, you are still responsible for the information covered on that day and any assignments due upon your return.
What is a "Daily Due Dates" page?
It is a page that lists all the due dates for the week, outlines the homework and reading assignments to be completed, and details what we'll be doing in class. It's also where I upload the slides after the week is over, in case you need to reference them in later weeks.
What happens if I don't submit one of the essays?
You will not pass the course. All essays must have a final draft submitted, at least before the late policy deadline. You cannot revise something that was never graded.
What is the grade breakdown?
Attendance: 15%
Process and Participation: 35%
Final Portfolio: 50%
When are Ms. Wilmot's office hours?
9:00 am to 10:30 am, Mondays and Tuesdays
What is the device policy?
If you feel the need to record class, either to write notes later or generally reference for reminders, please let me know. I would also appreciate a specification on whether this would be a recurring thing (every class) or a one-time occurrence.
What should I do if I miss class?
Also, if you are gone for a week or more, please directly communicate that with me, and I will work with you to get you caught up quickly and efficiently.
What is the Final Portfolio? What goes in it?
The Final Portfolio is the final assignment of the course and includes a revised RA, and either the revised VA or RSP. The revised RA is REQUIRED. You get to choose between the VA and RSP for the second essay.
Who is the head of the ENGL 1010 program?
Michael Knievel. He's a pretty cool dude.