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ENGLISH 155Heald College
Teri Tosspon, M.A.
Course Description College-level writing skills: research and editing techniques persuasive writing audience analysis language sensitivity
Student Learning Outcomes
Revise their own writing for errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Describe and utilize an acceptable college-level writing style when constructing argumentative and persuasive essays.
Conduct research and integrate research findings into argumentative and/or persuasive essays.
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Student Learning Outcomes, Continued…
Use correct MLA citations and Works Cited pages.
Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of arguments in readings.
Use new vocabulary encountered in readings.
Prepare and give presentations orally.
Instructor Information Teri Tosspon ttosspon@gmail.com http://ttosspon.wikispaces.com/English+1
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(949) 981-6769 Office hours: W 5-6pm in classroom and
by appointment.
Textbooks Bundle ISBN: 053845962X
Wyrick, J. (2008). Steps to Writing Well with Additional Readings
Wadsworth. (2004). Patterns of Inquiry Comp21 CD-ROM.
Kirszner, L.G., & Mandell, S.R. (2009). Advantage Books: The Pocket Wadsworth Handbook, 2009 MLA Update Edition (4th ed.)
Robitaille, J., & Connelly, B. (2003). Writer’s Resources CD-ROM 2.0 (2nd ed.).
Grading Policy Exams 10% Projects and Assignments 80% Participation 10%
About Teri Tosspon Born on a farm in the middle of Nebraska
Education University of Nebraska- Lincoln - Masters Oxford University, England University of California Irvine –
Masters/PhD
Course Schedule
See Pg 4 of the Syllabus
Attendance If you miss 14 days in a row, you will be
dropped.
Studies have shown that 85% attendance is minimum for success.
There are graded activities during class period
If you need to miss class, Call MRS TOSSPON as soon as you know you are going to be absent (949-981-6769).
Makeup Policy Each student has the opportunity to
make up one missed major in-class graded event.
You MAY make up one (1) quiz or exam.
Blue or White Scrubs for MEDICAL
Layer appropriately- White Only
NO Canvas/Fabric Shoes- It’s a hazard!
Shoes must be covered- no holes Or open toed
No Piercings and/or excessive jewelry
WHITE shoes- Leather only, Must have a defined heel
No Piping on Scrubs
No Externship Scrubs
WHITE Outerwear only!!!! NO HOODS
Professional Attire Example
NO HOODS
Professional Attire Example
NO HOODS
NO HATS OF ANY KIND
NO HOODIES OR SWEATSHIRTS
NO SUNGLASSES IN THE CLASSROOM
MALES & FEMALES:
PROFESSIONAL OUTERWEAR ONLY IN THE CLASSROOMS!!!
Academic Integrity copying work, ideas, or projects from any other person
or media allowing another person to copy or borrow original work
in any form allowing another person to copy answers on a quiz or
test or to communicate with another person during a quiz or test
representing the work of another team member as one’s own
stopping or delaying another student in the completion of any work
plagiarism in any form, including failing to give credit to the source of thoughts, words, ideas, or work from any other person, printed material, or web site
Tosspon’s Policies treat others as you would like to be
treated.
Respect.
Respect Be courteous and respectful of everyone and
everything Be prepared for class and actively participate
(This includes completing assignments and having required materials)
Raise hand to speak when others are speaking.
Electronic devices are not allowed in class unless they are specially needed and approved by the instructor.
Food or drinks other than water in a re-sealable water bottle are allowed.
Late Work -10% for each day late.
Work conducted during class that is missed cannot be made up under any circumstances (except in the case of tests).
Resubmission of Assignments
1. Contact the instructor2. Make corrections3. Resubmit no later than 1 week
Computer Usage
During lectures, presentations, and discussion monitors should be turned off unless otherwise approved.