The Victorian Period

Course Details

Course Number: 4873  Section Number: 101

Fall 2011

Location: Dillard College of Business Administration

Classroom Number: 177

Days & Times:

TR 11:00 A -12:20 P

Course Attachments

Class Schedule  ENGL48-5873ScheduleF11-1-20120403-145907.docx

Textbooks

The Norton Anthology of English Literature: Vol. E
Anthology We will use volume E of the 8th edition.
  ISBN: 0-393-92721-0

Wuthering Heights
Novel
  ISBN: 978-0-19-954189-8

Great Expectations
Novel
  ISBN: 978-0-19-921976-6

Dracula
Novel
  ISBN: 978-0-19-953593-4
MSU Faculty Member
Dr. Robert Johnson III   
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Course Objectives

In this section, we will investigate our abilities, as readers of the twenty-first century, to understand the world of writers of the Victorian era.  As the Norton introduction suggests, for widely ranging reasons the period of literature that we will study often has been stereotyped or underrated.  As participants in the continuing rediscovery of the Victorian voice, we will work to cut through cultural prejudices and to allow ourselves, as effectively as possible, to find the writers’ own thinking.  We also will need to speak about forces that necessarily limit our ability to do so

Additional information about course objectives can be found on the department webpage, < http://libarts.mwsu.edu/english/index.asp>. 


Course Expectations

The class will be structured around our reading and then discussing a series of significant Victorian texts.  Readings will be assigned as we move along, the schedule adjusted as needed, to find a comfortable pace. 

 

Grades will be created from the following sources: 

1) Members will be expected to come to class prepared and willing to participate.  Thus, everyone in class will be asked to keep a Participation Log listing daily engagements with the discussions at hand.  The Log will be collected on 1 December and be worth 10% of your grade.  To receive full credit, the log will list fifteen responses (fifteen for ten points, fourteen for nine . . .).

  

2)  In addition, we will write four exams, as indicated.  Each will cover the unit of work we just have finished.  That is, Exam IV will not be comprehensive.  Each exam will have two parts: one written in class (short answers, blanks to fill, multiple-choice) and one typed outside of class (an essay of four-to-five pages responding to questions provided about a week before the exam date).  The exam grade average will create 90% of the final mark.  Sample in-class questions will be handed out before the first exam. 


Grading Standards

In this class, the following numerical equivalents for final grades are used: A = 100-90%; B = 89-80%; C = 79-70%; D = 69-60%; F = 59-0%.  For grade sources, see above, “Course Requirements.” 


Final Exam12/6/2011  10:30 A

Submission Format Policy

All essays will be submitted in MLA format.  Specific instructions will accompany each set of exam questions.

By enrolling in this class, the student expressly grants MSU a “limited right” to all intellectual property created by the student for the purpose of this course.  The “limited right” shall include but shall not be limited to the right to reproduce the student’s work product in order to verify originality and authenticity, and for educational purposes.

Note: Without explicit written permission in advance, s , sssss       tudents may not submit for a grade in this class a paper that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course.



Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Late Paper Policy

I'm sorry, but no late work can be accepted, unless arrangements have been made with me.  Thanks for understanding.   


Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

Students with Disabilities The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, 397-4140.

Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

Contacting your Instructor All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Attendance Requirements

Regular attendance and participation will be expected.  After the first two cuts, each additional cut can lower the final mark one grade.  Two late arrivals count together as one cut.  Exceptions will be made ONLY for certifiable illnesses or for "authorized" absence, specifically as described in the university Catalog. 


Writing Proficiency Requirement All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr, or call 397-4131.