Literature 2020

Course Requirements

Fall 2009

Instructor: Mrs. Victoria Gay

Office and Phone: C223 540-2859

E-mail: gay@columbiastate.edu

Office Hours:

DAY TIME

Monday	8:00-12:30
Tuesday	11:00-12:30; 2:00-3:00
Wednesday	8:00-9:30; 11:00-12:30
Thursday	9:30-12:30; 2:00-3:00
Friday	8:00-10:00

Course Description: Selected readings in world literature with attention to major themes; critical analyses of representative works. (Prerequisite: ENGL 1020) Credits: (3).

Course Requirements:

Students will write two critical essays concerning some aspect of the material covered this semester.
There will also be three unit examinations, which will be both objective and short essay.
In addition, students will be responsible for writing questions in which they write a response (occasionally).
Students will also be given quizzes over the reading material (as deemed necessary) and in-class writing assignments, which will be given occasionally. All assignments will be explained in detail in class and handouts (as needed) will be given for further explanation.

Grades: The final grade for this course will be assessed as follows:

· Three examinations: 300 points (100 points each)

· Two out-of-class papers: 200 points (100 points each)

· Quizzes on daily assignments: (300 points)

· Oral presentation: 100 points

· Class attendance and participation: 100 points

A=1000-9000 B=899-800 C=799-700 D=699-600 F=600 or below

Assignment requirements:

Each assignment must be typed/word processed and must be in MLA style. (Ann Raimes’ Keys for Writers. 5^th ed. is an excellent manual to use for MLA documentation-available in the bookstore). Note: any updated handout will work.
Each assignment needs to be either 10 or 12-count font. (Times New Roman or Courier) with standard 1” margins (double-spaced).
Each essay must be a minimum of 500 words with a maximum of 700 words.
Keep copies of all work submitted for grading. In the case of loss or damage, you need to have another copy as backup. Also, keep all of your graded and returned work for the semester filed in a folder. Backup all of your work for this or any other course if you are using a computer or word processor. Computer failure is a tragedy but not an excuse for late assignments.

Plagiarism: Plagiarism is defined as using another’s work, writing, or research and presenting it as your own. Any assignment, turned into the instructor that is plagiarized will receive the grade of zero. In addition, the student who plagiarizes is subject to dismissal from the course.

Text:

Abcarian, Richard and Marvin Klotz. Literature: The Human Experience Reading and Writing. 9^th ed. New York: Bedford/St. Martin’s, 2006.

Attendance:

Class attendance is mandatory, and monitoring of class attendance is continuous. You will earn a grade based on your attendance in class. This grade will constitute 10% of your total grade. One tardy will constitute half an absence. Likewise, one early departure will constitute half an absence.

The schedule is as follows:

0 absences = a grade of 100

1 absence = a grade of 94

2 absences = a grade of 88

3 absences = a grade of 78

4 absences = a grade of 64

5 absences = a grade of 45

6 absences = a grade of 20

7 or more absences = 0

· Out-of-class essays are due at the beginning of class on the dates indicated.

· LATE WORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED UNLESS PRIOR ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE WITH THE INSTRUCTOR.

· Exams taken late are penalized a letter grade per school day, unless prior arrangements have been made.

· IN-CLASS QUIZZES CANNOT BE MADE UP.

· Your decision to remain in this class indicates that you accept these policies.

Objectives:

To develop a clearer understanding of popular themes associated with poetry, drama, the short story, and the novel
To develop greater communication skills in the discussion of these themes
To complete critical analyses of literary works
To develop interpretive skills

Disability Services

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, students are encouraged to register with the Counseling and Disability Services office for possible assistance with accommodations. It is the student’s responsibility to voluntarily and confidentially provide appropriate documentation regarding the nature and extent of a disability. Students requesting special accommodation are encouraged to contact Counseling and Disability Services (931-540-2572) at the beginning of the semester.

Emergency Procedure:

In case of emergency, students should be familiar with the classroom escape plan. The plan for this classroom is located next to the door. Students should also be familiar with the Emergency Guidelines information in the green booklet located near the room exit. Should an emergency arise, students are to follow the directives of the professor.

Daily Course Schedule

Assignments need to be completed before the first weekly class meeting. This schedule is subject to change according to our needs during the semester. There is always a possibility that reading assignments may be shifted, added, or deleted with only a day’s notice. You are responsible for any such changes, including those made in your absence.

Week 1

8/31/09               Course Introduction; 1259-1262;
9/02/09                Discuss Pages 3-36

Week 2

9/07/09 Labor Day

9/09/09 Discuss Pages 989-996,

Discuss Chopin’s “The Story of an Hour”

Week 3

9/14/09 Discuss Pages1010-1036
9/16/09 Discuss Pages1075-1079;1086-1088; 1096(bottom); 1104; 1109(top); 1110(top)

Week 4

9/21/09 1117(bottom)-1118(top); 1122(top); 1129 (bottom)-1130(top); 1142
9/23/09 Test One

Week 5

9/28/09 953-956; 693-695; 815-890

9/30/09 Essay I Due

Week 6

10/5/09 1144-1202

10/07/09 1203-1235

Week 7

10/12/09            Complete 1203-1235
10/14/09            752-767

Week 8
10/19/09             Fall Break
10/21/09           768-777; Begin Film: “Smoke Signals” (In Class)