Advanced Grammar

Course Details

Course Number: 3513  Section Number: 101

Fall 2010

Location: Prothro-Yeager Hall

Classroom Number: 205

Days & Times:

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

9:00 A.M. - 9:50 A.M.

Course Attachments

Textbooks

Correct Writing  ISBN: 0-669-34073-1

Sentence Analysis   ISBN: 0-030107709
MSU Faculty Member
Dr. Karen Rogers   
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Course Objectives

To study the structure of the English language

To develop a mastery of the skills and vocabulary used in its analysis

To review the principles of Standard American English

 

These objectives will be accomplished through a progression of the following units of study:

  • The Sentence and Parts of Speech
  • Sentence Patterns and Major Syntactic Functions
  • Contained Functions
  • Standard Usage

The primary means through which students will show mastery of the materials is their performance on five major exams. Of these, the first four will be weighted equally; Exam V will be comprehensive and counted twice. Periodic pop quizzes will also be given. The latter will constitute approximately 15% of the course grade. Pop quizzes may not be made up.

Daily homework is required throughout the semester and due at the beginning of each class.


Final Exam12/6/2010  8:00 A.M.

Submission Format PolicyNote: 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.

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 is expected and common to those who succeed in the course. Students who establish a pattern of absences may be removed from the course through an instructor drop. (See the policy on Excused Absences in the MSU Student Handbook.)


Other Policies

Study Sessions

Study sessions will be held in the afternoon and/or evening, especially in advance of major exams. These are optional. Time/location announced during class.

 

Keys to Success in the Course

  • Make mastering the subject matter a priority by attending class regularly, consistently completing homework, and attending out-of-class study sessions.
  • Study handouts and texts and take notes during class. Organize handouts and homework in a notebook. (A loose-leaf notebook may be useful.) Listen carefully and make notes as homework problems are discussed. Record answers and explanations of answers that differ from your own directly on homework sheets; study these before beginning new homework assignments. Schedule a conference to discuss concepts that you do not understand.
  • Create a working list of definitions and useful techniques and strategies that grow out of class discussions and study sessions.    

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.