ENG 411B Course Introduction

Welcome to English 411B!
Introductions

Ed Nagelhout
• Associate Professor of Rhetoric and Writing

• PhD, Purdue University

• 11th year at UNLV

• My dog’s name is Crash

ENG 411B
Principles of Modern Grammar

Introductions
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ENG 411B

Course Information
Section: ENG 411B/611B
Day/Time: ONLINE
Email: WebCampus Mail Only
Phone: 895-5073
Office Hours: ONLINE: M-F 9:00-11:00
F2F: MW 8:30 - 9:45 and
11:30 - 1:00 and by appt.

Syllabus Review
ENG 411B

English 411B will introduce you to the patterns
of English grammar and their influence on
sentence structure, punctuation, and style.

You will be equipped with analytical methods to
understand its structure and explore the
relationship between grammar and writing,
reading, and thinking.

Course Description
ENG 411B

By the end of the semester, students will be able to

1) Describe fully English words, phrases, and
clauses
2) Analyze a sentence grammatically, including
as transformation
3) Discriminate among various types of
sentences
4) Make rhetorical choices about sentences and
punctuation

Course Outcomes
ENG 411B

As a class, we will meet our course outcomes by
discussing the grammatical structure of English
in a sophisticated manner, exploring English
grammars (and understanding why they are
plural and not singular), and learning to reach
consensus on grammar-related problems in
different rhetorical situations.

Course Outcomes
ENG 411B

Analyzing English Grammar, 6th ed.,
Klammer, Schultz, and Della Volpe

Reading Materials available via WebCampus

A standard American dictionary (optional)

Course Texts
ENG 411B

Workload Based on Five Modules
• Quizzes = 8% (8 x 1 pt. each)
• Online Exercises = 16% (16 x 1 pt. each)
• Homework/In-Class = 6% (6 x 1 pts. each)
• Proficiency Practice = 8% (4 x 2 pts. each)
• Proficiency WS = 24% (12 x 2 pts. each)
• Module Exams = 21% (3 x 7 pts. each)
• Final Reflection = 3% (1 x 3 pts. each)
• Final Exam = 14% (1 x 14 pts. each)

Course Workload
ENG 411B

All submissions will be Grade Scale:
graded on a points basis A = 100-93 %
(coinciding with the workload A- = 92-90 %
distribution described on the
B+ = 89-87 %
previous slide).
B = 86-83 %
Grades will be determined B- = 82-80 %
using standard letter grades C+ = 79-77 %
with plusses and minuses. C = 76-73 %
C- = 72-70 %
D = 69-60 %
F = 59 % and below

Course Grading
ENG 411B

As a teacher, I am committed to
creating the most conducive
learning environment possible.

I believe strongly in the social
construction of knowledge, so
you will be expected to
collaborate throughout the
course, discussing ideas and
articulating concepts.

Participation
ENG 411B

Your active participation is crucial
to effective learning for everyone
in this course.

Active and meaningful
participation is required.

Active and meaningful
participation means that you are
invested in the course, in your
classmates, your course work, and
your education.

Participation (cont.)

ENG 411B

I avoid a banking model of
education in order to create non-
threatening spaces where students
exchange ideas freely.

I promote a student-centered
classroom and pedagogy.

As a class, we can negotiate the
kind of environment that you will
feel comfortable in; however, I will
not lecture.


ENG 411B

I value what you say, and I am
committed to making this course a
positive learning experience.

I will provide you with
opportunities to learn, I will put
you in positions to build on your
prior knowledge, I will promote
connections between this course
and your future aspirations.

But you are responsible for your
education.


ENG 411B

While there is no “attendance” grade in this
course, credit is earned for work performed in class or as
part of an online discussion group.

You will only receive credit if you are in class, participate
in the discussion, and complete the assigned work before
you leave the classroom. In online sections, you must
participate on the appropriate online discussion board
by an assigned date.

If you are not in class or do not participate on the
discussion board by the assigned day, you will not
receive credit.

Attendance
ENG 411B

The Writing Center, located in CDC 3-301, offers free one-on-one or
small group assistance. Appointments may be made in person or by
calling 895-3908. The Writing Center also offers online help at
http://writingcenter.unlv.edu/.

You can also visit the Academic Success Center for tutoring help, as
well: http://academicsuccess.unlv.edu/tutoring

If you have a documented disability that may require assistance, you
will need to contact Disability Services for coordination in your
academic accommodations.

DS is located in the Reynolds Student Services Complex (SSC), Room
137. The phone number is 895-0866 or TDD 895-0652. Or visit the
web site at http://studentlife.unlv.edu/disability/

Support and Resources
ENG 411B

Academic integrity is a legitimate concern for every member of the
campus community; all share in upholding the fundamental values
of honesty, trust, respect, fairness, responsibility and
professionalism. By choosing to join the UNLV community, students
accept the expectations of the Academic Misconduct Policy and are
encouraged when faced with choices to always take the ethical path.
Students enrolling in UNLV assume the obligation to conduct
themselves in a manner compatible with UNLV’s function as an
educational institution.

An example of academic misconduct is plagiarism. Plagiarism is
using the words or ideas of another, from the Internet or any
source, without proper citation of the sources. See the Student
Academic Misconduct Policy (approved December 9, 2005) located
at:
http://studentconduct.unlv.edu/misconduct/policy.html

Academic Misconduct
ENG 411B

The University requires all members of the University
Community to familiarize themselves and to follow
copyright and fair use requirements. You are individually
and solely responsible for violations of copyright and fair
use laws. The university will neither protect nor defend
you nor assume any responsibility for employee or
student violations of fair use laws. Violations of
copyright laws could subject you to federal and state civil
penalties and criminal liability, as well as disciplinary
action under University policies. Additional information
can be found at: http://provost.unlv.edu/copyright/.

Copyright
ENG 411B

If you have any
questions, contact
your teacher
through
WebCampus mail.

ENG 411B

Let this circle represent all of the
formal rules of English.

How much can we learn in ENG 411B?
ENG 411B

Rules of English

And this all of the
rules of English
described by
formal linguists.

ENG 411B

Rules of English

Rules Described by Formal Linguists

And this all of the
rules of English
known to applied
linguists.

ENG 411B

Rules of English


Rules Known to Applied Linguists

And this all of the
rules of English
known to the best
English teachers.

ENG 411B

Rules of English Grammar



Rules Known by the Best English Teachers

And this all of the
rules of English
taught at the
university level.

ENG 411B

Rules of English Grammar



Rules Known by the Best English Teachers

Rules Taught at the University Level

Many of the rules
known at these two
levels are stylistic (and
But we
often idiosyncratic). will learn:

ENG 411B

Grammatical Structures
1. Morphemes • Each of these structures shows
grammatical patterning and is governed
by grammatical rules.
2. Words
• They are hierarchical in that
3. Phrases combinations of the lower #’s build the
higher #’s: morphemes  words; words
4. Clauses phrases; clauses  sentences; etc.

• But! It’s not merely a matter of length—
5. Sentences some words can be longer than some
sentences.

What We Will Learn in ENG 411B
ENG 411B

To address most of your greatest concerns, I offer the following:
• This class is not meant to be easy.
• This class requires HARD WORK.
• This class will only be as boring as you let it.
Together:
• Everyone must take the work seriously.
• Everyone must keep each other motivated.
• Everyone must challenge each other intellectually every day.
Individually:
• You need to work on the material consistently every week.
• You need to be prepared when you walk in the door (or log in)
• You need to take responsibility for your education.
What you can expect from your teacher:
• Fair and equitable treatment
• A willingness to engage intellectually
• An open and honest appraisal of your work
• Opportunities for you to learn as much as you want

Workload in ENG 411B
ENG 411B

Each module will include a variety of in-class
collaborative, online, and out-of-class activities, a process for
understanding the material, and the submission of documents
for evaluation.
You will receive detailed explanations of the
requirements, formats, and strategies for completing each
module.

A WARNING: study the text and materials carefully, as it will be
painfully obvious if you have not done so.

In general, I expect you to understand the material in the text
without my having to repeat it in class; however, please feel free
to ask for further explanation.

Workload in ENG 411B
ENG 411B

All materials will be accessible through WebCampus.

Some work must be performed in WebCampus (quizzes and
online exercises).

Still other work will be performed in class or on an
appropriate discussion board (homework and proficiency
practice).

Other work must be submitted electronically through a
WebCampus Assignment link (proficiency worksheets,
module exams, final exam, and final reflection).

All work must be completed by the scheduled due dates.

Workload in ENG 411B (cont.)

ENG 411B

Reading and thinking are important aspects of this course. To
complete each module, you will need to read and understand
all of the materials assigned.
The quizzes and homework will come directly from your
reading and show your basic understanding of the key terms
and concepts.
The online exercises and proficiency worksheets will show
your ability to apply these key terms and concepts in context.
The exams will show your range of understanding and
whether or not you have met the module goals and, in
turn, the course outcomes.


ENG 411B

Each module will follow a predictable pattern:

1. Read all of the assigned materials closely
2. Ask questions about the assigned readings
3. Demonstrate a basic understanding (quizzes and
homework)
4. Articulate your understanding and apply it in context
(OLEs and Proficiency Worksheets)
5. Plan/study for the end-of-module exam
6. Take the exam
7. Peer review your exam (optional) in class
8. Reflect on the work you have done in the module
9. Revise, edit closely, and submit all required documents
for evaluation on the assigned due dates


ENG 411B

How We Use WebCampus
Some work must be performed through WebCampus
Assessment links (quizzes and online exercises); other
work must be submitted electronically through
WebCampus Assignment links (proficiency
worksheets, module exams, final exam, and final
reflection); and still other work will be performed (or
reviewed) in class or on the appropriate Discussion
Board (homework and proficiency practice). All work
must be completed by the scheduled due dates.

Course Protocol Reminders
ENG 411B

All work performed in WebCampus or submitted
electronically through a WebCampus Assignment link is
due no later than 11:59 pm on the published due date
(unless stated otherwise). If the stamped time is even
one minute after the published due date and time, the
assignment will be considered late and will be
downgraded.

To receive credit, you must submit the appropriate
assignments to the appropriate WebCampus Assignment
link only. I will not accept assignments via WebCampus
mail nor via my personal UNLV account.

ENG 411B

When submitting an assignment, make sure the
assignment is

• submitted (on time) as an attachment (a .docx file
or .rtf file preferred)
• labeled correctly
• really attached

If I receive a transmittal for an assignment without the
required attachment, the assignment will be considered
not submitted (and late upon submission).

ENG 411B

All materials submitted via a WebCampus Assignment link
must be a Word readable (.docx or .rtf only) attachment. Your
file MUST be labeled as follows:

LastnameFirstinitialProjectDocument

Example:

To turn in the second proficiency worksheet for Module 1, Dr.
Nagelhout would label his file:

NagelhoutEMod1Proficiency2 OR

NagelhoutEM1P2

ENG 411B

If I receive a transmittal for an assignment that is not labeled correctly
(in the manner described above), I will return it unopened, and the
assignment will be considered not submitted. If it is resubmitted
correctly after the due date, it will be considered a "late assignment."

If I receive a transmittal for an assignment without the required
attachment, the assignment will be considered not submitted. If it is
resubmitted correctly after the due date, it will be considered a "late
assignment."

Students must insure that all submitted assignments are virus free.
Should any assignment fail scrutiny by the University's standard virus
detection software, it will be returned and must be resubmitted. If it is
resubmitted after the due date, it will be considered a "late
assignment."

ENG 411B

Any assignment not submitted using a Word readable file
name extension will be returned. This means that if you are
using any word processing program that is not compatible
with Word (that is if you cannot save and submit your
assignment with a .doc or .rtf extension) then your
assignment will be returned and must be resubmitted. If it is
resubmitted after the due date, it will be considered a "late
assignment."

All assignments submitted electronically must be submitted
as a single file, even if multiple documents are required for a
particular assignment. Any assignment with multiple files
will be returned and must be resubmitted. If it is resubmitted
after the due date, it will be considered a "late assignment."

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