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EGL 097: COURSE SYLLABUS
I.. Prefix No Course Name Credit
Lecture Lab
EGL 097 Developmental Composition II 3 3 0
II. Prerequisite:
Entry-level competence for EGL 097 as demonstrated by
assessment testing.
III. Course Description:
English 097 is a course in acquiring college entry-level
skills for planning, writing and revising the expository essay. Skills will include
coordination and subordination of ideas within sentences, as well as a variety of
approaches to paragraph development. Essays will contain multiple paragraphs, including an
introduction, body and conclusion and should have a thesis, transitions and adequate
support. Note: Although all students are required to take the writing skills
assessment test (WSAT) at the end of the semester in this class, focus is on developing
writing skills rather than "passing the test".
IV. Learning Objectives. The student will be able to
A. Write short essays based on personal experience and
assigned course readings
B. Develop essays using well-developed paragraphs which
are linked by simple transitions.
C. Recognize and correct sentence fragments and run-on
sentences, and correctly use simple, compound and complex sentences, as well as the
conventions of Standard English.
D. Use techniques of summary paraphrase and direct
quotation as needed in working with course readings.
V. Academic Integrity:
Students and employees at Oakton Community College are
required to demonstrate academic integrity and follow Oakton’s Code of
Academic Conduct. This code prohibits:
 | cheating, |
| plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or
lacking proper citation), |
| falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting
the truth), |
| helping others to cheat, |
| unauthorized changes on official documents, |
| pretending to be someone else or having someone
else pretend to be you, |
| making or accepting bribes, special favors, or
threats, and |
| any other behavior that violates academic
integrity. |
There are serious consequences to violations of the
academic integrity policy. Oakton’s policies and procedures provide students
a fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have
violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a
disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of
the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.
Details of the Code of
Academic Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook
VI. Sequence of Topics: see
Calendar
VII. Methods of Instruction:
Methods of instruction include lectures, discussions,
class exercises and computer lab writing practice.
VIII. Course Practices Required:
Each week students will be assigned text reading
including essays written by others on various topics, as well as explanatory material on
essay writing and grammar. Students will also be assigned paragraph and essay writing each
week. Essay topics will be announced in class; most will be based on assigned readings.
Students must attend each class session and complete assignments. (See "Methods of
Evaluating Student Progress" below)/ All
assignments must be submitted on the assigned due date for credit. Most
assignments are listed in the Calendar.
IX. Instructional Materials:
Textbook : Arlov,
Pamela. Wordsmith,
A Guide to College Writing (with MYWRITINGLAB,
4th edition, Prentice/Pearson Publishing,
X. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
Weekly reading and writing assignments and periodic
quizzes (see Calendar) This is a pass-fail
course. That is, students will be assigned a grade of "pass" or "fail" at
the end of the term. To pass this class students must turn in at least 70percent of the homework assignments (completed) . Assignments will not be accepted late for credit; however, the instructor may,
at her discretion, choose to read and provide feedback for assignments turned in late.
Quizzes may not be made up late for credit. .
End of Semester Writing Test: Each student will take
the writing skills assessment test (WSAT) at the end of the course. Trained English
instructors (other than the student’s EGL 097 instructor) will score these tests. The
score on this test will determine if the EGL 097 student places in EGL 101 for the next
semester. This score is separate from the semester grade (Pass or Fail) for EGL 097 (See
above). It is possible to pass EGL 097 and not place in EGL 101. Alternatively, it is
possible (but highly unlikely) to fail EGL 097 and place into 101.
XI. Other Course Information:
Attendance (Assignments when absent): Since each
class will involve a writing and/or homework assignment for which students will earn
credit, it is important for students to be in class on a regular basis. (Refer to X). The
instructor will not call students to give them assignments under normal circumstances. It
is the student's responsibility to get assignments from another classmate if absent.
Because assignments are nongraded -- credit only, students will not be given credit for
late assignments (no credit = zero). Reminder: to pass this course, at least
70% of
assignments must be turned in (on time) for credit.
Tardiness: Students who arrive late may not be
given the opportunity to participate in ongoing class activities; (activities begin when
the instructions for that activity begin); therefore, late students may not have the
opportunity to earn credit for that activity.
Classroom Environment: Because this is a
college-level course, students are expected to behave maturely, treating each other and
the instructor with respect. Also, since this is a learning environment, students are
expected to take notes, listen, and participate in discussions and other assigned
activities. Disruption of class activities is not allowed. Your instructor will ensure
that your EGL097 classroom is a safe environment within which each student feels
comfortable to engage in learning activities..
Students with Disabilities: If you
have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be
entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request
accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in the Learning
Center. All students are expected to fulfill essential course
requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement
of a course or degree program
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