General Classroom Policies:Standard Writing Programs Policies:
- Policy on class attendance
- Attendance: first week of classes
- If I am absent
- Grading
- The public nature of class writing and discussions
- Technological Distractions
- Late Writing Projects
- All writing for this class must be written for this class
- Academic Dishonesty
- Disruptive, Threatening, or Violent Behavior
- Sexual Violence and Harassment Based on Sex
- Accommodation of Students with Disabilities
- End of Semester Portfolio Collection
- Disposition of Papers/Grade Appeals
The information in this syllabus (website), other than grade and absence policies, may be subject to change with reasonable notice.
General Classroom Policies
1. Contact and E-mail Policy
The best way to contact me is through email. I will strive to respond to student e-mails within one business day; this means that I will not answer e-mails on evenings and weekends. In order to receive a response, e-mails must have a relevant subject line, a proper greeting, and a proper closing (including the student’s name). Students who do not include these three things will be asked to resend their e-mail. If a student’s question is answered in the syllabus, they will be directed to the syllabus. Finally, grades will never be discussed via e-mail in accordance with FERPA laws as e-mail is not a secure form of communication. I will be happy to discuss grades face-to-face, preferably during office hours.
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General Classroom Policies
1. Contact and E-mail Policy
The best way to contact me is through email. I will strive to respond to student e-mails within one business day; this means that I will not answer e-mails on evenings and weekends. In order to receive a response, e-mails must have a relevant subject line, a proper greeting, and a proper closing (including the student’s name). Students who do not include these three things will be asked to resend their e-mail. If a student’s question is answered in the syllabus, they will be directed to the syllabus. Finally, grades will never be discussed via e-mail in accordance with FERPA laws as e-mail is not a secure form of communication. I will be happy to discuss grades face-to-face, preferably during office hours.
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2. Limitations of Technology
Technology is truly a wonderful thing, and it offers us many resources for research, writing, and storage of information. Please be aware that you are responsible for turning in assignments on time and will be docked points for late assignments regardless of the reason. “Corrupted” documents, documents submitted in the incorrect medium (ex: .pdf instead of .doc), and documents that I cannot open will also be considered to be late. In other words: If I cannot read your document/project by the submission deadline, it is considered late. Losing an assignment due to technology failure (such as computers crashing, documents saving incorrectly, or deletion of files) is not excused, and you will not be granted an extension. Students are encouraged to back up all files on an external hard drive, USB drive, or cloud storage (there are free options online and through ASU such as Google Drive and Dropbox).
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Technology is truly a wonderful thing, and it offers us many resources for research, writing, and storage of information. Please be aware that you are responsible for turning in assignments on time and will be docked points for late assignments regardless of the reason. “Corrupted” documents, documents submitted in the incorrect medium (ex: .pdf instead of .doc), and documents that I cannot open will also be considered to be late. In other words: If I cannot read your document/project by the submission deadline, it is considered late. Losing an assignment due to technology failure (such as computers crashing, documents saving incorrectly, or deletion of files) is not excused, and you will not be granted an extension. Students are encouraged to back up all files on an external hard drive, USB drive, or cloud storage (there are free options online and through ASU such as Google Drive and Dropbox).
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3. 24 Hour Rule
I am more than happy to to discuss your work with you at any stage of the writing process. However, I maintain a 24-hour rule after you have received my final graded evaluation of each major project. This means you may not contact me to discuss your grade for a full 24 hours after you have received your grade. Please use the time to consider my comments carefully. In addition: You may not contact me to discuss your grade before you have read all of my comments on your final draft. If, after 24 hours and a careful review of my comments, you would still like to discuss your grade, please contact me during my regular office hours or email me to schedule an appointment.
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I am more than happy to to discuss your work with you at any stage of the writing process. However, I maintain a 24-hour rule after you have received my final graded evaluation of each major project. This means you may not contact me to discuss your grade for a full 24 hours after you have received your grade. Please use the time to consider my comments carefully. In addition: You may not contact me to discuss your grade before you have read all of my comments on your final draft. If, after 24 hours and a careful review of my comments, you would still like to discuss your grade, please contact me during my regular office hours or email me to schedule an appointment.
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4. Rewrite Policy
In order to facilitate student success, students who receive a grade below 70% (anything below this is considered failing as per Writing Programs standards) on a major project are invited to rewrite and resubmit said project. In order to complete a rewrite, you must contact me via e-mail stating that you wish to rewrite a project and the project that you wish to rewrite. Depending on the situation, you may need to meet with me in office hours to discuss your project before you are allowed to rewrite and resubmit your project.
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In order to facilitate student success, students who receive a grade below 70% (anything below this is considered failing as per Writing Programs standards) on a major project are invited to rewrite and resubmit said project. In order to complete a rewrite, you must contact me via e-mail stating that you wish to rewrite a project and the project that you wish to rewrite. Depending on the situation, you may need to meet with me in office hours to discuss your project before you are allowed to rewrite and resubmit your project.
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Standard Writing Programs Policies
1. Policy on class attendance
Students are expected to attend all class sessions. Because Writing Programs courses incorporate frequent small- and large-group activities into lessons, students who are absent affect not only their own learning, but that of their fellow students. Therefore, only two weeks’ worth of absences (see below) will be allowed for the semester, regardless of reason, including documented illness or emergency. Students who exceed two weeks’ worth of classes will fail the course, unless they withdraw (see http://students.asu.edu/drop-add).
- For Fall and Spring semesters, classes that meet three days a week (MWF, for example), the maximum number of allowed absences is six (6); for classes that meet two days a week, the maximum number is four (4); for classes that meet once a week, the maximum number is two (2). For classes that meet on other schedules, the number of absences allowed should reflect a similar ratio (two weeks’ worth of class meetings).
- Note: Students who participate in university-sanctioned activities and/or who will be unable to meet the attendance requirements for a particular section should move to another section where their activity schedules will not interfere with their classroom obligations (students can freely switch sections during the first week of the semester). To accommodate students who participate in university-sanctioned activities, ASU Writing Programs offers sections of many courses online and at various times of the day and week. We have asked advisors across campus to help students enroll in appropriate sections. If you think that this course may conflict with a university-sanctioned activity in which you are involved—athletics or the debate team or another—please see me immediately.
- Periodically during the semester, we will cancel classes so we can hold conferences to discuss your writing. If you miss a conference, you will be counted absent for the same number of classes that were canceled in order to hold conferences. For instance, if we cancel class for two days to hold conferences and you miss your conference that "counts" as two absences.
- Be on time to class and remain for the whole class period: If you are more than ten (10) minutes late to class, or if you leave class more than ten minutes early, you will be counted absent for that class period.
- Note: Writing Programs is sensitive to the religious practices of the various religious faiths represented in the student body of the university community. Writing Programs’ standard attendance policy listed here provides reasonable accommodation for individual religious practices. Students who anticipate absences due to religious reasons should plan their absences in the course accordingly. To accommodate students’ religious practices, ASU Writing Programs offers sections of many courses online and at various times of the day and week. We have asked advisors across campus to help students enroll in appropriate sections. If you think this course may conflict with your religious practices, please see me immediately.
2. Attendance: first week of classes
According to university policy, students who are registered but do not attend any of the first week of classes may be dropped.
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According to university policy, students who are registered but do not attend any of the first week of classes may be dropped.
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3. If I am absent
If I need to cancel class for any reason, I will contact you via e-mail. If possible, I will also try to get someone to post a sign. However, if you come to class and I have not arrived by the time 15 minutes have elapsed (from when class is to start), please assume that class is cancelled, and check e-mail frequently afterwards for further instructions.
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If I need to cancel class for any reason, I will contact you via e-mail. If possible, I will also try to get someone to post a sign. However, if you come to class and I have not arrived by the time 15 minutes have elapsed (from when class is to start), please assume that class is cancelled, and check e-mail frequently afterwards for further instructions.
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4. Grading
Grading is based on specific assignment criteria, and will follow English Department standards for content, organization, expression, and mechanics. To compute final course grades, the following values are assigned to the standard letter grades of A through E:
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Grading is based on specific assignment criteria, and will follow English Department standards for content, organization, expression, and mechanics. To compute final course grades, the following values are assigned to the standard letter grades of A through E:
- A+ = 4.3 (only used internally at ASU)
- A = 4.0
- A- = 3.7
- B+ = 3.3
- B = 3.0
- B- = 2.7
- C+ = 2.3
- C = 2.0
- D = 1.0
- E = 0.3
- No paper = 0.0
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5. The public nature of writing and discussions
Please consider every piece of writing you do for this class to be "public property." Remember that you will often be expected to share your writing with others, so avoid writing about things that you may not be prepared to subject to public scrutiny, or things you feel so strongly about that you are unwilling to listen to perspectives other than your own. This does not mean that you are not entitled to an opinion but that you adopt positions responsibly, contemplating the possible effect on others. This course may contain content (assigned readings, in-class discussions, etc.) deemed offensive by some students. If you have concerns about any course content, please bring these concerns to the attention of your instructor.
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Please consider every piece of writing you do for this class to be "public property." Remember that you will often be expected to share your writing with others, so avoid writing about things that you may not be prepared to subject to public scrutiny, or things you feel so strongly about that you are unwilling to listen to perspectives other than your own. This does not mean that you are not entitled to an opinion but that you adopt positions responsibly, contemplating the possible effect on others. This course may contain content (assigned readings, in-class discussions, etc.) deemed offensive by some students. If you have concerns about any course content, please bring these concerns to the attention of your instructor.
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6. Technological Distractions
You are expected to keep your phone on silent and out of sight during class. In addition, if you use a laptop, computer, or tablet for classwork, you must keep on-task during class. I reserve the right to ask you to leave if I deem your use of technology not related to ENG 301 bothersome, disruptive, or distracting. If you are asked to leave class, you may receive an absence at my discretion.
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You are expected to keep your phone on silent and out of sight during class. In addition, if you use a laptop, computer, or tablet for classwork, you must keep on-task during class. I reserve the right to ask you to leave if I deem your use of technology not related to ENG 301 bothersome, disruptive, or distracting. If you are asked to leave class, you may receive an absence at my discretion.
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7. Late Writing Projects
All major project deliverables are due on the specified due dates but will be accepted late; however, late assignments will be penalized one letter grade (i.e. 10%) for each calendar day they are late. Other assignments (not identified as a project deliverable), such as reading responses, will not be accepted late. All assignments must be turned in by the assigned due date. For example, if a project is due at 6:00pm, projects turned in at or after 6:01pm will be considered 1 day late. Extensions for projects due to documented medical emergencies or family emergencies may be considered. Formal accommodations may be made for students with qualified disabilities through the Disability Resource Center. Accommodations or extensions will never be granted on a project’s due date for any reason. You will lose a full letter grade for every day your project is late. Projects more than five days late will receive a 0.
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All major project deliverables are due on the specified due dates but will be accepted late; however, late assignments will be penalized one letter grade (i.e. 10%) for each calendar day they are late. Other assignments (not identified as a project deliverable), such as reading responses, will not be accepted late. All assignments must be turned in by the assigned due date. For example, if a project is due at 6:00pm, projects turned in at or after 6:01pm will be considered 1 day late. Extensions for projects due to documented medical emergencies or family emergencies may be considered. Formal accommodations may be made for students with qualified disabilities through the Disability Resource Center. Accommodations or extensions will never be granted on a project’s due date for any reason. You will lose a full letter grade for every day your project is late. Projects more than five days late will receive a 0.
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8. All writing for this class must be written for this class
To pass this class, all major writing assignments must be submitted, and note that all writing for this class must be written for this class. Resubmitting a paper from another class or elsewhere constitutes academic dishonesty. If you wish to further pursue a project begun in another class or develop ideas you have written about in another class, please discuss your plans with me first.
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To pass this class, all major writing assignments must be submitted, and note that all writing for this class must be written for this class. Resubmitting a paper from another class or elsewhere constitutes academic dishonesty. If you wish to further pursue a project begun in another class or develop ideas you have written about in another class, please discuss your plans with me first.
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9. Academic Dishonesty
Academic honesty is expected of all students in all examinations, papers, laboratory work, academic transactions and records. The possible sanctions include, but are not limited to, appropriate grade penalties, course failure (indicated on the transcript as a grade of E), course failure due to academic dishonesty (indicated on the transcript as a grade of XE), loss of registration privileges, disqualification and dismissal. For more information, see http://provost.asu.edu/academicintegrity.
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Academic honesty is expected of all students in all examinations, papers, laboratory work, academic transactions and records. The possible sanctions include, but are not limited to, appropriate grade penalties, course failure (indicated on the transcript as a grade of E), course failure due to academic dishonesty (indicated on the transcript as a grade of XE), loss of registration privileges, disqualification and dismissal. For more information, see http://provost.asu.edu/academicintegrity.
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10. Disruptive, Threatening, or Violent Behavior
Students, faculty, staff, and other individuals do not have an unqualified right of access to university grounds, property, or services. Interfering with the peaceful conduct of university-related business or activities or remaining on campus grounds after a request to leave may be considered a crime. A disruptive student may be withdrawn from a course with a mark of “W” or “E” when the student’s behavior disrupts the educational process. Disruptive classroom behavior for this purpose is defined by the instructor. Disruptive behavior in any form (see https://eoss.asu.edu/dos/safety/ThreateningBehavior#def) will not be tolerated, and students are expected to be familiar with all relevant university policies. ASU Student Rights and Responsibilities are located at https://eoss.asu.edu/dos/srr/codeofconduct.
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Students, faculty, staff, and other individuals do not have an unqualified right of access to university grounds, property, or services. Interfering with the peaceful conduct of university-related business or activities or remaining on campus grounds after a request to leave may be considered a crime. A disruptive student may be withdrawn from a course with a mark of “W” or “E” when the student’s behavior disrupts the educational process. Disruptive classroom behavior for this purpose is defined by the instructor. Disruptive behavior in any form (see https://eoss.asu.edu/dos/safety/ThreateningBehavior#def) will not be tolerated, and students are expected to be familiar with all relevant university policies. ASU Student Rights and Responsibilities are located at https://eoss.asu.edu/dos/srr/codeofconduct.
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11. Sexual Violence and Harassment Based on Sex
Title IX is a federal law that provides that no person be excluded on the basis of sex from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity. Both Title IX and university policy make clear that sexual violence and harassment based on sex is prohibited. An individual who believes they have been subjected to sexual violence or harassed on the basis of sex can seek support, including counseling and academic support, from the university. If you or someone you know has been harassed on the basis of sex or sexually assaulted, you can find information and resources at https://sexualviolenceprevention.asu.edu/faqs/students.
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Title IX is a federal law that provides that no person be excluded on the basis of sex from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity. Both Title IX and university policy make clear that sexual violence and harassment based on sex is prohibited. An individual who believes they have been subjected to sexual violence or harassed on the basis of sex can seek support, including counseling and academic support, from the university. If you or someone you know has been harassed on the basis of sex or sexually assaulted, you can find information and resources at https://sexualviolenceprevention.asu.edu/faqs/students.
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12. Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Qualified students with disabilities who will require disability accommodations in this class are encouraged to make their requests to me at the beginning of the semester either during office hours or by appointment. Note: Prior to receiving disability accommodations, verification of eligibility from the Disability Resource Center (DRC) is required. Disability information is confidential.
Establishing Eligibility for Disability Accommodations: Students who feel they will need disability accommodations in this class but have not registered with the Disability Resource Center (DRC) should contact DRC immediately. Their office is located on the first floor of the Matthews Center Building. DRC staff can also be reached at: 480-965-1234 (V), 480-965-9000 (TTY). For additional information, visit https://eoss.asu.edu/drc. Their hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
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Qualified students with disabilities who will require disability accommodations in this class are encouraged to make their requests to me at the beginning of the semester either during office hours or by appointment. Note: Prior to receiving disability accommodations, verification of eligibility from the Disability Resource Center (DRC) is required. Disability information is confidential.
Establishing Eligibility for Disability Accommodations: Students who feel they will need disability accommodations in this class but have not registered with the Disability Resource Center (DRC) should contact DRC immediately. Their office is located on the first floor of the Matthews Center Building. DRC staff can also be reached at: 480-965-1234 (V), 480-965-9000 (TTY). For additional information, visit https://eoss.asu.edu/drc. Their hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
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13. End-of-Semester Portfolio Collection
All students may be required to submit a portfolio of their work at the end the semester. This portfolio will consist of the final drafts of all major writing projects. This portfolio will be submitted as an e-portfolio. Additional information and instructions for submission will be provided before the end of the semester.
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All students may be required to submit a portfolio of their work at the end the semester. This portfolio will consist of the final drafts of all major writing projects. This portfolio will be submitted as an e-portfolio. Additional information and instructions for submission will be provided before the end of the semester.
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14. Disposition of Papers/Grade Appeals
Students should keep all graded assignments for this course until the term is officially over and final grades are posted. If students believe their final grade is inaccurate or unfair, they must present all graded work in order for the grievance committee to review their case. Students should not solely rely on the documents remaining electronically available on Blackboard, if submitted there, but should also maintain their own digital copies.
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Students should keep all graded assignments for this course until the term is officially over and final grades are posted. If students believe their final grade is inaccurate or unfair, they must present all graded work in order for the grievance committee to review their case. Students should not solely rely on the documents remaining electronically available on Blackboard, if submitted there, but should also maintain their own digital copies.
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