ENGL 1010: English Composition-Student Version: Bleecker, Claire Spring 2020

0. REQUIRED MATERIALS

• Freshman Common Reading, Michelle Obama, Becoming (If you have not already done so, you may pick up a free copy in 3219 Boylan). 

• All other readings are available online or will be distributed in class or via email attachment.

ATTENDANCE

I expect you to attend every class. Attending every class will help you tremendously as a student. It also shows respect to your classmates and me. Should illness or an emergency stop you from attending, please notify me via email in advance. You are allowed three excused absences without penalty. The next 2 absences will each lower your grade by half a letter. If you are absent more than 5 times, you will not pass the class. I also expect you to come to class on time. Two late arrivals equals one absence, and a pattern of lateness will affect your grade negatively.

PARTICIPATION

Participating in class will be an essential part of this class. It is not enough to learn how to think through writing—learning how to think through dialogue, conversation, and debate is a distinct skill which leads to distinct knowledge. This skill is especially important when thinking about how to situate yourself within the given communities you will take part in in your life.

Also note that cell phones must be silenced and put away during class.

GRADING

60% for essays
20% for final exam

10% for assignments

10% for participation

C- is the lowest possible passing grade for the course. English Department policy dictates that a student with a final grade below a C- receive an N/C (no credit). The student may take the course up to three times. An F grade will be given in the case of too many absences or failure to complete assignments. A grade of N/C may be given if the student’s work is not at a passing level, but the student has good attendance and has completed all assignments.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND POLICIES

Plagiarism. Plagiarism is not tolerated at Brooklyn College. If you do plagiarize, you will fail the assignment in question, possibly the entire class, and may be subject to disciplinary action by the college. Here is the college’s statement on plagiarism:

"The faculty and administration of Brooklyn College support an environment free from cheating and plagiarism. Each student is responsible for being aware of what constitutes cheating and plagiarism and for avoiding both. The complete text of the CUNY Academic Integrity Policy and the Brooklyn College procedure for implementing that policy can be found at this site:

http://www.brooklyn.cuny.edu/bc/policies. If a faculty member suspects a violation of academic integrity and, upon investigation, confirms that violation, or if the student admits the violation, the faculty member MUST report the violation.”

Students with Disabilities. In order to receive disability-related academic accommodations students must first be registered with the Center for Student Disability Services. Students who have a documented disability or suspect they may have a disability are invited to set up an appointment with the Director of the Center for Student Disability Services. Ms. Valerie Stewart-Lovell at 718-951-5538. If you have already registered with the Center for Student Disability Service, please provide me with the course accommodation form and discuss your specific accommodation with me.

Office Hours. Please make use of my office hours so that we can discuss your work and any questions you might have. If you are not able to meet during scheduled office hours, please email me and make an appointment. I will be requiring everyone to meet with me at least once.

ENGLISH 1010 BROOKLYN COLLEGE

FALL 2019 Tuesday, Thursday 3:40-4:55 Boylan 5313

Professor Claire Bleecker

clairebleecker@gmail.com

[please do not use my Brooklyn College email address] Office Hours: Tuesday,

5:00-6:00 Boylan 2311