1c class 1
- 1. Welcome to EWRT 1C Dr. Kim Palmore Office F1-1l ph. 408 674 3005
- 2. Agenda The Course Description and Details • What is a Hybrid Class? • Adding the Class • Syllabus • Green Sheet • Website • Kaizena • QHQ The Lecture • What is Literature and Composition? • What is literature? • What is Literary Theory? • What is New Criticism?
- 3. Using Canvas We will use Canvas to communicate, see grades, access course documents and assignments, and submit homework. As I informed you by email before our term began, our EWRT 1C class is now published on Canvas. You should be able to access this course by logging into Canvas and using your college credentials. Go to https://deanza.instructure.com Use your college credentials to log in. You will be taken to the Canvas dashboard where you should see our course: S17 Literature & Composition Sections 01Y If you do not have access to this course via Canvas, please let me know as soon as possible.
- 4. Canvas: Posting Homework Our class will use Canvas for both our face-to-face and online portions of the course. But in order to do the homework, you must establish a username to use through Wordpress. To make your own FREE Word Press account, go to wordpress.com. The system will walk you through the steps to signup for a username or to set up your own user-friendly Word Press blog. Alternatively, you can sign up to post homework through Facebook. There are also detailed directions available on the website under “Create Account.” If you prefer not to use your own name, you may use a pseudonym. Just make sure you sign in with YOUR Wordpress username before you post on our class page so you get credit for your work. Please email me your username once you have established which account you shall use for the quarter. If you cannot establish your username, please come to my office hours as soon as possible, and I will help you with the process. Much of our work will take place online, so establishing this connection is mandatory.
- 6. What is a Hybrid Class? • A hybrid class meets both in the classroom and electronically. For this course, it means that we will meet twice a week for 1 hour and 50 minutes and that you will complete the remaining hour of this five unit course on your own, via a presentation on the website. This work must be completed and posted before class on Monday. We will not meet together; rather, you will simply go to the online presentation and work through it on your own. I will answer questions by email.
- 7. The Syllabus: Part 1 Information, Expectations, and Policies – Course Requirements • Assignments and values • Participation – Required Materials • Books • Computer Access • One Bluebook – Class Policies • Plagiarism • Conduct and Courtesy
- 8. Texts and Required Materials Available at the De Anza Bookstore Room by Emma Donoghue Night by Elie Wiesel Available online and from local booksellers Night by Elie Wiesel Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption by Stephen King The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka Critical Theory Today by Lois Tyson 2 Large Bluebooks for exams
- 9. Course Requirements: • Active participation in class discussions and regular attendance. You will earn real points for your participation in activities. • Keeping up-to-date on the assignments and reading. • Formal writing: Three essays • Two exams: midterm and a comprehensive final • A series of posts to the class website • Reading quizzes, writing workshops, and in-class assignments.
- 10. Writing Submissions • Create your account. Go to Kaizena.com or simply use the link on our class website home page. Click “Sign up.” Choose “Student.” Enter your group code (you can find this on the right side of the website or in the slideshow directions for how to use Kaizena). • Files are added to Conversations in Kaizena. To add a file to a conversation, click the "Add File" button. • Once I have graded your paper, you can access it by going to the “conversations” link in Kaizena. Click on the highlighted sections of the paper to find both audio and written comments concerning your essay and links to materials that will help you improve your writing. • We will discuss how to submit your essay in greater detail in the class before your first essay is due. Feel free to go through the “Kaizena” presentation under the “Create Accounts” tab on the Canvas webpage if you want to preview the process. All out of class essays will be submitted electronically before the due date.
- 11. Your grades will be available via canvas
- 14. It is your responsibility to talk to me your absences or other conflicts. Work done in class cannot be made up. Also, please arrive on time, as you will not be able to make up work completed before you arrive, including quizzes. Attendance: Success in this course depends on regular attendance and active participation. Participation points will be part of our daily activities. If you are not in class, you cannot earn these points. You should save absences for emergencies, work conflicts, weddings, jury duty, or any other issues that might arise in your life.
- 15. Exams: We will have two exams during the quarter. They will likely be terms, identification, short answer, and an essay question. Late Work I do not accept late work. I do, however, extend an opportunity to revise either essay #1 or #2 for a better grade.
- 16. Conduct, Courtesy, and Electronic Devices: In this class, we will regularly engage in the discussion of topics that may stir passionate debates. Please speak freely and candidly; however, while your thoughts and ideas are important to me and to the dynamics of the class, you must also respect others and their opinions. Courtesy will allow each person to have the opportunity to express his or her ideas in a comfortable environment. Courtesy includes but is not limited to politely listening to others when they contribute to class discussions or while they give presentations, not slamming the classroom door or walking in front of classmates giving presentations if you do arrive late, and maintaining a positive learning environment for your fellow classmates. To help maintain a positive learning environment, please focus on the work assigned. We will discuss appropriate use of computers and tablets. Do not text-message in class; if you have an emergency communication, please step outside. If your behavior becomes disruptive to the learning environment of the class, you may be asked to leave and/or be marked absent.
- 17. Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism includes quoting or paraphrasing material without documentation and copying from other students or professionals. Intentional plagiarism is a grave offense; the resulting response will be distasteful. Depending upon the severity, instances of plagiarism may result in a failing grade for the paper or the course and possible administrative action. All assignments will be scanned and scrutinized for academic dishonesty. Please refer to your handbook for more information regarding plagiarism.
- 18. The Syllabus: Part 2 The Course Calendar
- 19. Syllabus • The syllabus is a tentative schedule. • It may be revised during the quarter. • Use it to determine how to prepare for class.Week, Dates, and Class What we will do in class Homework due before the next class
- 20. Homework There is writing homework for each class meeting. This is both to help you think about your reading and to help you produce ideas for your essays. In order to earn an A on your homework, you must do the following: Complete all of the posts. Post on time. Be thoughtful in your responses All homework will be posted under the homework panel on our Canvas site. Homework is due before our next class meeting.
- 21. Posting Homework • On the front page of the website, you will find the homework post after each class. • Below that post on the left is a “comment” link. • Click right on the word “comments,” and a comment box will open. Scroll to the end of the posted comments, and post your work into the comment box; finally, click “Post Comment.” Let’s take a look at the website
- 22. THE QHQ Thinking about writing
- 23. How do I know what I think until I see what I say? --E.M. Forster Each text we study will provide material for response writing called a QHQ (Question-Hypothesis-Question). The QHQ requires students to have second thoughts, that is, to think again about questions that arise during their reading and to write about questions that are meaningful to them. Begin your QHQ by formulating some question you have about some aspect of the reading. The first question in the QHQ may be one sentence or longer, but its function is to frame your QHQ writing. A student might start with a question like, “Why is the house in this story haunted? Or, “Why do I suspect the murdered child has come back to life?” A student might even write, “Why am I having so much trouble understanding this story?”
- 24. After you pose your initial question, focus on a close reading of the text in search of a hypothesis. This hypothesis section comprises the body of your text. The student who asked about the haunted house might refer to multiple passages about haunting in the text, comparing and contrasting them to other instances of haunting with which he or she is familiar. The student who asked about the dead child might connect passages associated with the death to sections about a new child who abruptly appears in the text. The student who struggled to understand the text might explore those passages whose meanings were obscure or difficult to understand, connecting them to other novels and/or cultural texts. After carefully exploring your initial question (200-300 words), put forward another question, one that has sprung from your hypothesis. This will be the final sentence of your QHQ and will provide a base for further reflection into the text.
- 25. The QHQ is designed to help you formulate your response to the texts we study into clearly defined questions and hypotheses that can be used as a basis for both class discussion and longer papers. The QHQ can be relatively informal but should demonstrate a thoughtful approach to the material. While the papers need to be organized and coherent, because you will sharing them in class, the ideas they present may be preliminary and exploratory. Remember, a QHQ is not a summary or a report—it is an original, thoughtful response to what you have read. All QHQs should be posted on the website the evening before the class for which they are due. This will give both me and other students time to ponder your ideas and think about appropriate responses. Moreover, this sharing of material should provide plenty of fodder for essays. Even though you have posted your QHQ, you should bring a copy of it to class in order to share your thoughts and insights and to stimulate class discussion.
- 26. This class is going to be so easy! Is this class too hard? Will I be the teacher’s favorite? Is this class History 10? I will be the favorite!
- 27. What is Literature and Composition? This class applies the analytical, critical, and synthesis skills developed in English Writing 1A and 1B to the ways meaning can be made in diverse cultural, social, and historical contexts in prose, poetry, and drama by reading and analyzing texts and critical interpretations and by composing critical responses, analyses, and arguments. That is, this course will help you learn to think, read, and write about literature, and by extension, the world.
- 28. What is literature? According to the Oxford Dictionary, the word “Literature has three definitions: 1. Written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit: a great work of literature. Many scholars consider this novel a modern classic in US literatures. 2. Books and writings published on a particular subject: the literature on environmental epidemiology It is certainly true that the published literature on the subject is well surveyed. 3. Leaflets and other printed matter used to advertise products or give advice. They will be visiting problem areas to hand out literature and advice to people on how best to secure their vehicles, and offering support to victims.
- 29. One Guide to Literary Terms defines it this way: • Literature: writings in which expression and form, in connection with ideas and concerns of universal and apparently permanent interest, are essential features. While applied to any kind of printed material, such as circulars, leaflets, and handbills, there are some who feel it is more correctly reserved for prose and verse of acknowledged excellence, such as George Eliot’s works. The term connotes superior qualities.
- 30. What is Literary Theory? Literary theory is a tool box of strategies to help us read, interpret, and understand the many facets of a literary work. The ideas used in theory act as different lenses we can use to view and talk about art, literature, and even culture. These diverse lenses give us new ways to consider works of art based on certain hypotheses and conventions within that school of theory. They also allow us to focus on particular aspects of a work we consider important.
- 31. Some Theoretical Approaches • Formalism and New Criticism • Marxism and Critical Theory • Structuralism and Poststructuralism (Deconstruction) • New Historicism and Cultural Materialism • Ethnic Studies and Postcolonial Criticism • Gender Studies and Queer Theory • Cultural Studies • Psychoanalytical Criticism – Trauma Theory • Feminist Criticism
- 32. What is New Criticism? New Criticism occupies an unusual position in the field of literary studies today. On the one hand, it is no longer practiced by literary critics, so it can’t really be called a contemporary theory. On the other hand, New Criticism, which dominated literary studies from the 1940s through the 1960s, has left a lasting imprint on the way we read and write about literature
- 33. New Criticism Some of New Criticism’s most important concepts concerning the nature and importance of textual evidence—the use of concrete, specific examples from the text itself to validate our interpretations—have been incorporated into the way most literary critics today, regardless of their theoretical persuasion, support their readings of literature. In fact, if you’re an English major, you probably take for granted the need for thorough textual support for your literary interpretations because this practice, which the New Critics introduced to America and called “close reading,” has been a standard method of high school and college instruction in literary studies for the past several decades. So in this sense, New Criticism is still a real presence among us and probably will remain so for some time to come (Tyson 135).
- 34. Typical Questions by New Critics 1. How does the work use imagery to develop its own symbols? (i.e. making a certain road stand for death by constant association) 2. What is the quality of the work's organic unity "...the working together of all the parts to make an inseparable whole..." (Tyson 121)? In other words, does how the work is put together reflect what it is? 3. How are the various parts of the work interconnected? 4. How do paradox, irony, ambiguity, and tension work in the text? 5. How do these parts and their collective whole contribute to or not contribute to the aesthetic quality of the work? 6. How does the author resolve apparent contradictions within the work? 7. What does the form of the work say about its content? 8. Is there a central or focal passage that can be said to sum up the entirety of the work? 9. How do the rhythms and/or rhyme schemes of a poem contribute to the meaning or effect of the piece?
- 35. Homework • Establish your username and explore the class webpage • Buy your books • Read: Critical Theory Today: Chapter 1 Introduction 1-10 • Read: Critical Theory Today: Chapter 5 New Criticism • 135-164 • Post #1: QHQ: New Criticism
Editor's Notes
- #2: Slide 1: Good afternoon and welcome to English 1. I am Dr. Kim Palmore, and that video outlined just a few of the many tips that you will enjoy this semester. Right now, I would like you to fold the 3x5 card on your desk in half, like this. Then, write on it the name you prefer to be called. Finally, please add the pronouns that you use: she hers/he his/they them, for example. Also there is a roll sheet circulating. If you are enrolled in this class, just write your name as it likely appears on the roster. If you are trying to add, please include your name and your email address.
- #3: Slide 2: Agenda: Today’s class is divided into two parts. The first part will cover the nuts and bolts of the course. During the second part of the class, we will review the basic features of the argument essay. We will do some brainstorming together, and then do a review of outlining, the thesis, topic sentences, and the counterargument. Don’t worry if you can’t remember how to write an argument essay. I will provide plenty of help.
- #4: Slide 3: If you are already enrolled in the course, you undoubtedly received my pre-class email, and you know that even though this course is fully face-to face, we will be using the convenient features of Canvas. You can see your grades, access documents and assignments, and submit your homework all online. I will also communicate with you via Canvas
- #8: Slide 5: The syllabus is listed in two parts on the website. Part 1 provides information, course expectations, and class policies. You will also find the list of required
- #10: Slide 7: Course Requirements: Regular attendance and active participation in class discussions are essential to your success in class. You will earn real points for engaging in activities. You must also keep up to date on reading and assignments. You will take various in-class writing assignments. Your homework will generally be essay brainstorming and drafting. Finally you will also complete formal writing assignments, including one in-class essay and three out of class essays, the final two having increasing research components.
- #11: Slide 8: Kaizena: I use an electronic system called Kaizena to collect your essays. This software allows you to upload your essay just like you would attach it to an email. In Kaizena, I can give you both audio and written comments, and I can embed links that will give you helpful tips on improving your writing. In order to use Kaizena, you simply join a Kaizena group by using the link on our homepage to add yourself to your class. When you get closer to submitting your first out of class essay, I will cover the submission process in greater detail. If you would like to preview that information, click on the “Kaizena link” under the “Create Accounts” tab on the Canvas webpage.
- #12: Slide 9: Grades: Here is an overview of the assignments and point values for the semester. Notice that our first essay is worth 75 points. This essay serves as a sample of your timed writing skills, and shows me places we can begin our work to improve your writing. The next two essays are each worth 150 points; these essays will require increasing research and documentation skills on the way to our final research essay project. Also notice that your website posts are worth 150 points. The hefty point value is tied to a significant amount of brainstorming, prewriting, and revision. Please do not neglect your homework. Finally, the last graded part of the class is rooted in your participation in discussion, activities, and writing workshops.
- #14: Slide 11: Intro to Class Policies: I would like you to read the syllabus carefully after class today, but I would like to cover a few important policies here.
- #15: Slide 12: Attendance: Your success depends on your attendance. Participation points will be earned as part of our daily activities. If you are not in class, you cannot earn these points. Please save absences for emergencies. It is your responsibility to notify me if you have a conflict that keeps you from our meetings. Please do so in advance when possible.
- #18: Slide 14: Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism is a grave offense. It includes the intentional use or misuse of material without documentation. It also includes copying from other students or professionals. As we will learn about documenting sources, I encourage you to ask me, or consult our documentation resources, to make sure that you understand how and when to cite. There is a video on our site that discusses the intricacies of plagiarism.
- #19: Slide 15: The Course Calendar: The course calendar is a schedule of both our in-class activities and your homework.
- #21: Slide 17: Homework: There is writing homework after each class meeting, including today’s. This will help you think about your reading and produce ideas for your essay. I promise you that it will all be relevant to the writing project we are doing. In order to earn an A on your homework, you must thoughtfully complete all of the assignments on time. You must post your homework in the appropriate place on Canvas. It is always due before our next meeting.
- #22: Slide 18: Posting homework: On the homepage of the website, you will see a homework panel. Use the comment link to post. Let’s take a quick look at the website itself so you can see exactly what I mean. On the homepage, you will find the homework panel from the previous class. Scroll down to directly below it. See the comment button? Click there. See the box where it says “Enter your comment here.” That is where you post your homework. (click in the box to show the “post comment” button. When you finish posting, click the “post comment” button. That is it. You are done. As long as we are here, let’s look at a few more features. For example, see the course information button? That is where you will find the syllabus, assignment sheet, and course materials information. Click on the dropdown menu to see your choices. I will click on the assignment sheet to demonstrate. Notice that it is in a format that allows scrolling. Feel free to read from here. If you prefer printed material, just click on the link above it to get a pdf that you can download and print out. Click on Presentations to review or preview course information. Each week is listed with the presentations for each day to the right of it. The “Essays” button to the right of presentations connects you to each of the assignments for the class. Clicking on the essay # itself will take you to the assignment, but if you hover over an essay #, you will be able to choose from another dropdown menu, where you can find grading rubrics, student examples, and peer revision documents. On the right side of the page, you will find some helpful links. You can make an appointment by clicking on the appointment button, you can visit my homepage, or you can use the “Submit to Kaizena” button to submit your essay. To sign up, just scroll down a bit farther. The box with the directions also includes your course code. Click the box to go to Kaizena. At the bottom of the webpage, I have embedded helpful writing and research videos for your convenience
- #27: Class 19: Please spend some time familiarizing yourself with the website. Read the Information, expectations, and policies portion of the Syllabus. Look over the daily calendar. We will visit particular course and college policies at the beginning of our next meeting, after you have familiarized yourself with the website and course materials. Please be prepared for both discussion and a question and answer period. Any Questions?