Web Enhance Me
What is the name of the online class platform that houses all of the major materials for this course?
Canvas
What's the best way to reach Mr. Sheppard with any questions?
Email! ljshepp@unm.edu
What two places can you look to find when assignments are due?
What is it called when a writer uses someone else’s phrasing, sentences, or distinctive insights without giving proper credit?
Plagiarism, don't do it!
Where can you find a list of all class policies, including course objectives, attendance, participation, and brief descriptions of major writing assignments?
The syllabus.
Can I expect a quick response if I contact Mr. Sheppard through the Canvas inbox?
No! Be sure to use email to correspond with me! I can't guarantee I will get back to you in a timely fashion if you use the Canvas inbox.
How many Major Writing Assignments are there?
Three!
After how many absences might I be dropped from the course?
6
Where can you find a weekly and daily breakdown of class activities and homework?
The Course Calendar
After emailing Mr. Sheppard, how long before you can expect a response?
24-48 hours. I will do my best to respond within 24 hours, but it could take two days. Any longer, send me another email!
What is the name of the final project in the course?
The portfolio.
If you don't submit an assignment by the due date without working out an extension with Mr. Sheppard, how many points will be deducted per day?
3 points will be deducted for every day beyond the due date.
What can be found under the RedShelf Course Materials tab?
The Elevations Textbook
Where do I go if I want to talk to Mr. Sheppard in person about class or an assignment?
Humanities Building room 319.
How many points is the Portfolio worth?
200
What resource can you use/or where can you go if you need help writing and editing assignments? (It's in Zimmerman Library)
CAPS! On the third floor of Zimmerman Library.
Where can your OER textbook be located?
Under the Modules tab
What are Mr. Sheppard's office hours?
Mondays and Wednesdays 1-2 PM.
How will participation be graded?
5 Free Writes worth 20 points each for a total of 100 points- about 11% of your overall grade.
When is this week's discussion board due?
Friday, August 25th at 11:59 PM.